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  • 4/13/2026: 2026-27 Budget Video #2 Available

    April 13, 2026 Dear Williamson CSD Families, Faculty and Staff,  As we continue development of the 2026–27 Budget, we are pleased to share Budget Video #2 of 3, now available on our  website . This video focuses specifically on the revenue side of the budget, providing an overview of the funding sources that support our schools and programs. A sincere thank you to Penny Johnston, Business Official, for her thoughtful presentation on the revenue side of the 2026-27 Budget. We hope you find this information helpful as we work to ensure transparency and understanding throughout the budget development process. REMINDER: The Annual Election and Budget Vote will take place on Tuesday, May 19 from 1:00–9:00 PM in the Middle School cafeteria. On May 19, voters will consider four propositions outlined in the  4/08 budget presentation to the Board of Education: 2026–27 Budget Transportation Purchases Creation of 2026 Capital Reserve Public Library Voters will also elect two Board of Education members to fill two seat vacancies, each for three-year terms. For additional information, including all budget videos and presentations, please visit the Williamson Central School District  Budget page on our website. We also encourage you to join us for our Public Hearing and Meet the Candidates Night on May 6 at 5:30 PM to learn more and engage in the process. Thank you for taking the time to stay connected to this process.  Hope you are enjoying the warmer temps and anticipation of spring! Warmest regards, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Monday, Apr 13 2026

  • 4/2/2026: Family Messaging Now Available, Grades 5 - 12

    April 2, 2026 Good Morning, In August 2025, we shared guidance on the district's “ Off and Away All Day ” model for student cell phone use, in accordance with New York State regulation. Since then, we have been awaiting expanded ParentSquare functionality to make communication easier and more efficient for our families. Great news!  ParentSquare now offers Family Messaging which is designed to enhance communication for families while maintaining safeguards consistent with district policies on student device use.   Family Messaging through ParentSquare will be available as an optional feature for families of students in grades 5–12 when school resumes on Monday, April 6.   How Family Messaging Works Students may message their parent(s) through StudentSquare (Enabled for students in grades 5 - 12). Parents may message their student through ParentSquare. Group family messages can include parents, students, and staff connected to the same student. Siblings cannot initiate conversations. A parent or staff member must start any group message. Messaging is limited to individuals linked to the same student account and must include either the student or a staff member. Privacy All Family Messaging conversations are visible to limited staff with the district Message Monitor role. As such, families should not expect that messages are entirely private. Enjoy the remainder of Spring Break! I hope you all enjoy some well-deserved downtime—whether that means travel, a staycation, extra sleep, hobbies, time with family, or hanging out with friends. Warmest regards, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Thursday, Apr 02 2026

  • 3/27: Spring Break has Arrived!

    March 27, 2026 Good Afternoon Marauder Families, Faculty and Staff: It is here! SPRING BREAK IS MARCH 30 - APRIL 3.  School resumes on Monday, April 6, 2026.  I am reaching out this afternoon with just a couple items: As we wrap up development of the 2026–27 Budget, we are pleased to share the first in a series of three budget videos, now available on our website. This series is designed to provide our community with a clear and transparent look at the proposed budget and how it supports our students, staff, and schools. In this first video, we walk through the three main components of the budget—Administrative, Instructional, and Capital—and how each reflects our commitment to student achievement, a culture of caring, strong community connections, and fiscal responsibility.  Stay tuned for the next two videos in the series scheduled for release in April. REMINDER: The March 2026 District Newsletter   is now available and highlights many of the wonderful things taking place across our schools. We are proud to share this snapshot of student learning, celebrations, and district updates, and we hope you enjoy reading it. And now... on to Spring Break. Hope you all enjoy some well-deserved downtime—whether that means travel, staycation, sleep, hobbies, time with family or hanging with friends.  Thank you for your support and partnership in this incredible work... I hope you have a fantastic break!  E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Friday, Mar 27 2026

  • 3/24/2026: March 2026 District Newsletter

    March 24, 2026 It’s hard to believe that just a moment ago we were heading into February break, and now Spring Break is already here. This time of year always seems to move quickly, and we are grateful for the continued energy, support, and partnership of our entire school community. The  March 2026 District Newsletter is now available and highlights many of the wonderful things taking place across our schools. We are proud to share this snapshot of student learning, celebrations, and district updates, and we hope you enjoy reading it.  This month's newsletter contains information about the following: 2026-27 Budget Development Annual Election and Budget Vote (5/19) Fiscal Responsibility - Exploring Possible Pathways CIP Update Chicken Showdown Building updates Student Celebrations Potential for Football at WCS Athletic Banners in HS Gymnasium And so much more... As we head into the break, we wish everyone a wonderful and well-deserved week—whether you are staying close to home or traveling. We hope it brings you time to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends. Enjoy the week, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on April 6! Warmest regards E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Tuesday, Mar 24 2026

  • Mamma Mia: A Show Stopping Experience!

    March 14, 2026 Dear WCS Community:   We have so very much to be #MarauderPROUD about... WCS students performing at high levels and consistently demonstrating respect and integrity, unstoppable fall and winter athletic teams, trailblazing individual athletes, and now Mamma Mia! A huge shout-out to the entire cast, crew, and everyone involved in the production and direction of the incredible performance of Mamma Mia! at Williamson CSD High School. What an outstanding demonstration of our students’ talent! This show was not only entertaining but also an invaluable asset-building experience in music appreciation, acting, stagecraft, and collaboration. Congratulations to all for your hard work, creativity, and dedication—it truly was a memorable celebration of and for our school community! With tremendous PRIDE and GRATITUDE, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Saturday, Mar 14 2026

  • 2/26/2026: February 2026 District Newsletter

    February 28, 2026 I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable February Recess. As we return and head into the final stretch of winter, I want to thank our Williamson Central School community for your continued support and partnership. Our February District Newsletter is now available and highlights many of the wonderful things taking place across our schools. We are proud to share this snapshot of student learning, celebrations, and district updates, and we hope you enjoy reading it. Thank you, and as always, please reach out with any questions and concerns about our programming and/or operations. Warmly, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Thursday, Feb 26 2026

  • 2/12/2026: 2026–27 School Calendar Approved

    February 12, 2026 Dear WCS Families, Faculty and Staff: Cannot believe it is February 12 and that we are well into the second semester of the 2025-26 school year!  To this end, I am reaching out with a quick reminder that February Break will take place next week, from Monday, February 16 through Friday, February 20.  We look forward to welcoming back all Marauders on Monday, February 23. I am pleased to also share that the Board of Education approved the  2026–27 Calendar at the Regular Meeting of the Board on February 11. The 2026–27 calendar has been developed to align with Monroe County breaks, recognizing both our proximity and the impact of the regional labor force on WCS. The calendar also aligns with the WFL BOCES calendar to help ensure continuity and strong programming for our students who participate in WTCC and/or out-of-district placements. New for the 2026–27 School Year The 2026–27 calendar includes a new addition: scheduled early release days. These days are designed to provide our educators with protected, dedicated time to engage in professional learning and curriculum work that directly supports student achievement. High-quality instruction depends on ongoing collaboration, thoughtful planning, and continuous improvement. In recent years, it has become increasingly challenging to create this time within the regular school day—particularly given substitute staffing shortages and the imperative to keep students in classrooms as much as possible. By building this time directly into the calendar, the District can ensure that teachers and staff have consistent opportunities to review student learning, strengthen instructional practices, and refine curriculum—work that ultimately benefits every student. Early release days for the 2026–27 school year will take place on the following dates (color coded in bright pink on the  2026–27 calendar ): October 27, 2026 November 17, 2026 January 19, 2027 February 23, 2027 April 27, 2027 May 25, 2027 On these days, adjusted dismissal times will be: Elementary School: 2:45 PM Middle School: 1:32 PM High School: 1:42 PM Following student dismissal on early release days, staff will remain in the buildings to participate in scheduled professional learning and curriculum work. You may anticipate that building principals will share additional details with families about how these days will affect each school’s abbreviated schedule. The full 2026–27 calendar is now also available at any time on the  WCS website  under District Calendars. It is my sincerest hope that sharing the calendar well in advance allows for thoughtful family and personal planning. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to strengthen teaching, learning, and continuous improvement across our District. Have a wonderful February Break! Warmest regards, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent, Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Thursday, Feb 12 2026

  • 1/29/2026: Cold Weather Advisory, Half Day for Stude...

    January 29, 2026 Good Evening, I hope this email finds you all well and WARM!  We certainly got some snow this week and the temps continue to drop...  More Snow and the Cold Weather Advisory As you are likely aware, there is a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Wayne, Orleans, and Monroe Counties through 10 AM Saturday.  Lake-effect snow bands may produce additional snow accumulations of 5–10 inches, especially near Lake Ontario. A Cold Weather Advisory is also in effect from 7 PM this evening through 10 AM Friday for Wayne County and much of Western New York, with bitterly cold wind chills (around −24 °F) possible.  In consultation with respective Medical Directors and/or District Physicians, districts across Wayne county will not typically close for "cold weather" unless windchills reach 25 degrees below zero.  We will certainly monitor overnight in the event the windchill factor and/or snow accumulations pose as a concern for school safety tomorrow.  Rest assured - we will also communicate with our families, faculty and staff as early as possible should the weather systems travelling in our area result in a school closing or delay.   Speaking of a School Closing We want to acknowledge and apologize for delays some families experienced with ParentSquare voice notifications during the snow day on Monday, January 26. Earlier this week, ParentSquare confirmed that the delays were caused by an unusually high volume of emergency communications nationwide due to widespread winter weather. While text and email messages were delivered as expected, some voice calls were delayed or not completed because of system capacity constraints. ParentSquare has taken responsibility for the issue and is actively working to expand capacity and strengthen safeguards to prevent this from happening again. We understand how important timely communication is—especially during weather-related decisions—and appreciate your patience as these improvements are made with the ParentSquare platform. REMINDER: Half Day TOMORROW -  Friday, January 30, 2026 On Friday, January 30, the district will operate on a typical half-day schedule, as outlined below: Middle School: Dismissal at 11:00 a.m. High School: Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. Elementary School (including Pre-K): Dismissal at 12:10 p.m. Please note: AM BOCES students will report to WTCC on this date as usual. PM BOCES students may also still report to WTCC on this date. Please contact Dr. Snyder and/or Mrs. Northrop with any questions about student attendance or transportation for PM BOCES programming.   Thank you for your partnership and support of the Williamson Central School District.  As always, should you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to  reach out to us.  Stay safe and stay warm! Warmest regards, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent, Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Friday, Jan 30 2026

  • WCS Closed: Monday, January 26, 2026

    January 25, 2026 Dear Williamson Central School District Families, Faculty and Staff: Given the current weather conditions in our area and across New York State—including hazardous road conditions and anticipated additional snow accumulations—the Williamson Central School District will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026, for ALL in and out of district PreK-12 programming. This includes ALL afterschool athletics and extracurricular activities scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026. All district offices and buildings will be closed, and staff are not required to report. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and families.   We look forward to welcoming back our Marauders on Tuesday, January 27.  Until then, please stay safe and stay warm!  Warmest regards, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent, Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Sunday, Jan 25 2026

  • 1/23/2026: January District Newsletter

    January 23, 2026 As we welcome 2026, I want to extend my sincere thanks to our Williamson Central School community for the many ways you continue to support our students and one another. Our schools thrive because of the strong partnerships between families, staff, and the broader community, and we are grateful for that shared commitment. The  January District Newsletter is now available and highlights the great work happening across our schools—from student learning and programs to celebrations, updates, and district initiatives. We hope you enjoy seeing just a snapshot of the care, creativity, and dedication that define WCS. And yes, in case you are wondering… I’m already watching the forecast for anticipated snow accumulations Sunday into Monday. Hang tight—the snow day text thread across Wayne County has officially commenced (no promises). Warmest regards, E. Bridget Ashton Elizabeth Bridget Ashton Superintendent, Williamson Central School District 4184 Miller Street Williamson, NY 14589

    Friday, Jan 23 2026