Felix A. Williams Elementary School

"Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation."-John F. Kennedy Happy Presidents' Day, Martin County! #ALLINMartin👊

Fun Facts about our schools namesake! Felix Angelo Williams We have a Bronze statue of Mr. Williams in our own Library *“Even though he is gone his words, deeds, and ideas live on. If only people live as he lived, love as he loved, and work as he worked, he will never be forgotten” Quote written by Audria Vanessa Moore, former reporter for the Stuart News.

🚀THE COUNTDOWN IS ON!🚀 Each MCSD elementary school will host a kindergarten orientation event for families on February 22 at 5:00 pm! Here's what families of rising kindergartners can expect as they prepare to take flight with us: https://youtu.be/lpbHtrFJLek #ALLINMartin🚀

Fun Facts about our schools namesake! Felix Angelo Williams * Taught all students to Believe in yourselves and have confidence to do whatever you put your mind to! * Worked to bring integration to Martin County Schools * Established the Florida Special Olympics in Martin County * 1957 he won TEACHER of the YEAR for the state of Florida!! * First Black person to run for Stuart City Council 1963 and he lost by only 12 votes!! * Worked for 33 years in Martin County and he and his wife retired in 1980

Fun Facts about our schools namesake! Felix Angelo Williams * Married in 1943-Fredricka Geathers * Both went to Historical Black Colleges * Both became teachers! * Moved to Sturat in 1947 * Worked at Stuart Training School * Became principal of East Stuart Elementary School * Later became the Director of Exceptional Student Education for Martin County

FAWE Students showcasing their talents & accomplishments 😀

Fun Facts about our schools namesake! Felix Angelo Williams * Born -February 28, 1917 in Jacksonville FL * Dad was a florist, mom was a hair stylist * He loved to read , especially science ! * Member of BoyScouts, 4H Club, and church * Dreamed of being a TEACHER! * Graduated from FAMU in Tallahassee * Served in the Air Force

Second grade students are engaged in learning about primary sources using the Carousel Gallery Walk learning strategy!

All District-operated schools will be closed Friday, February 18 (Teacher Work Day) and Monday, February 21 (Presidents' Day). Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 22. #ALLINMartin👊

FAWE School-Wide PBIS Event- Twos Day Twin Day on 2/22/22. Click on the flier link below for all the Double the Fun Details! https://5il.co/15ba7

🌊YOUR NEXT CAREER DECISION IS CRYSTAL CLEAR🌊 Dream of making an impact on the future generation? We are hiring for a variety of positions! Join us for a virtual coffee chat from 5-6 pm on February 24 to learn why the Martin County School District is your best choice for a rewarding career! Get details and RSVP here: https://bit.ly/MCSDHRCoffeeChat Have questions? Email careers@martinschools.org to chat with a recruiter today! #ALLINMartin👊

🍎HONORING AN OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR🍎 Last evening, Superintendent John D. Millay and the Martin County School Board celebrated the career of Ms. Clare "Shelly" Hall, a 25-year veteran educator who will be retiring this year. Ms. Hall has spent the last 22 years of her career touching the lives of countless children at Felix A. Williams Elementary School. "Ms. Hall has been a shining light to help guide our students not only in their academic learning, but also in helping them to develop great character," Principal Debbie Riley shared. Thank you for your dedication to our students, Ms. Hall! We wish you all the best in your retirement. #ALLINMartin👊

🚀TAKE FLIGHT WITH US! 🚀 On Tuesday, February 22, each elementary school in the Martin County School District will host a Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event for families! Staff will provide families of rising kindergartners with information on school meal programs, Extended Day after-school care opportunities, completing their enrollment and more! Kindergarten Blast Off starts at 5 p.m. at each school on February 22. We hope to see you there! Find your child's future elementary school: https://www.martinschools.org/page/attendance-boundaries Learn more about enrollment: https://www.martinschools.org/page/school-registration #ALLINMartin🚀

FAWE Staff Shout- Outs from Staff Members= Empowerment Through Community #FAWEPROUD💙💚 I am grateful for Mrs. Crowder because she is so helpful and patient with me when we are working together as a team. She always supports me when I am having computer issues and works together with our team to make learning fun and exciting. She always knows just the right thing to say when she knows you are having a difficult time. She is an amazing teacher and her students are lucky to have her.

📚CELEBRATING OUR HISTORY📚 We feel extremely fortunate to have had the honor of listening to Ms. Thelma Washington, Executive Director of the Gertrude Walden Child Care Center, recite the ABCs of Black History in Martin County! Watch: https://youtu.be/2SswaOPKipM #BlackHistoryMonth #ALLINMartin👊

🚀TAKE FLIGHT WITH US! 🚀 On Tuesday, February 22, each elementary school in the Martin County School District will host a Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event for families! Staff will provide families of rising kindergartners with information on school meal programs, Extended Day after-school care opportunities, completing their enrollment and more! Kindergarten Blast Off starts at 5 p.m. at each school on February 22. We hope to see you there! Find your child's future elementary school: https://www.martinschools.org/page/attendance-boundaries Learn more about enrollment: https://www.martinschools.org/page/school-registration #ALLINMartin🚀

Our thoughts remain with Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Broward County Public Schools and the City of Parkland as we remember the 17 lives lost and many more who were injured during a senseless tragedy four years ago. We will never forget. #MSDStrong🦅

Kindness and compassion are meant to be shared today and every day. Happy #ValentinesDay, Martin County! #ALLINMartin💓

Happy Valentine's Day to all of our FAWE Families ❤️

❤️SPREADING THE LOVE❤️ Third- graders in Mrs. Urbay's class at Felix A. Williams Elementary School completed their community give-back project by creating homemade valentines to give to elderly members of our community. The cards were delivered to a local assisted living facility to be shared with residents who may need an extra dose of love this #ValentinesDay. #ALLINMartin 👊