Williamson County Schools

Don't miss an upcoming opportunity to join the WCS support staff team on Tuesday, July 16. WCS will be looking to hire special education paraprofessionals, cafeteria staff, bus drivers, School Age Child Care (SACC) staff, substitute teachers and maintenance workers at the Support Staff Career Fair. From 9 a.m. until 12 p.m., district representatives will be at the Williamson County Administrative Complex to talk to applicants. Attendees should dress professionally and bring copies of their resumes. Interviews may be conducted during the event. The Administrative Complex is located at 1320 West Main Street. To see job vacancies, visit the WCS Careers page. Email WCS District Recruiter Chris Lovett for more information about the event.

Two Williamson County Schools teachers are being honored by the Country Music Association (CMA) Foundation for their work in music education. Franklin High's Michael Holland and Page Middle's Evan Burton are two of only 30 music educators nationwide to be named a 2024 CMA Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence. "I'm honored to be selected for this award," said Holland. "The way the CMA Foundation supports music education and music educators is remarkable. Music brings people together and enhances people's lives. It provides opportunities for students to express, create and respond through music all while developing crucial life skills such as teamwork, discipline, grit, time management and more. Music has been part of the human experience well before the invention of writing. It may sound different across generations, but it is a universal language." Music Teachers of Excellence are selected based on their dedication to bringing high-quality music education to their students and their impact on their school community through music. In addition to the night of celebration at the awards ceremony, Music Teachers of Excellence received a $5,000 stipend to help support classroom needs, music programs and professional development. "I truly love my job of helping students develop a love for music, and it is wonderful to be recognized for the work I do," said Burton. "Music education is important in the lives of students because it gives them an outlet for self-expression and opportunity to create beauty and aesthetic experiences. It also develops skills needed in the workplace: flexibility, problem-solving, creativity, teamwork and the pursuit of excellence." Holland and Burton will be honored at the Music Teachers of Excellence ceremony scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville.

International Week at Kenrose Elementary was a blast! 🌍 Students traveled the world, exploring different countries, cultures, and customs. What an incredible way to celebrate diversity and global learning!

WCS Superintendent Jason Golden is the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS) Mid-Cumberland Superintendent of the Year. Golden was chosen by his colleagues in the area for this honor, making him one of eight regional recipients in the State. "Jason is an outstanding school district leader who is always willing to support his colleagues in the Mid-Cumberland region and the State," said Franklin Special School District Superintendent Dr. David Snowden. "He is always willing to share his knowledge and expertise as we strive to enhance the lives of all students. We know his focus is always on continuous improvement for all Williamson County schools to ensure the tradition of excellence is maintained. As regional superintendents, we appreciate Jason's willingness to advocate for public education." TOSS is an advocacy organization for public education in Tennessee. The Superintendent of the Year award recognizes exceptional leadership, service to students and more. More information about TOSS is available on the organization's website. https://www.tosstn.com

A Ravenwood High teacher is the Tennessee Music Education Association (TMEA) Young Music Educator of the Year. Rose Hellmers, the RHS choir director, received her award at the annual TMEA Music Education Conference April 10-13. The distinction recognizes the work of young music educators who have shown extraordinary promise, diligence and success. "I am a music teacher because I love developing in my students a lifelong love for making music, for themselves and for their world," Hellmers said. "I have seen firsthand the positive impact that high-quality music instruction can have on students and their communities, and I love to facilitate that experience." #education #musiceducation #teachers #TennesseeMusicEducationAssociation

The second annual Cultural Fair hosted by Nolensville High School on March 22 was a massive hit! Students from diverse backgrounds participated in the event, showcasing their customs and cultures to their peers. The event was aimed at promoting inclusivity and diversity among students. #students #diversity #culture #leadership #educationmatters

How far will a teacher go to make sure every student is successful? At Oak View Elementary, music teacher Billy Prosise created a special device to help a fourth grader named Millie play the ukulele despite only having one arm. #education #educationforall #Studentsuccess #Innovation

In this edition of our Senior Icon video series, we feature Raya Whitlock from Centennial High School. Raya is not only an excellent student and a valuable member of the dance squad but also a young and aspiring entrepreneur. She has created her own business called Written by Raya. #education #entrepreneurship #student #studententrprenuer #studenticon

WCS College, Career and Technical Education (CCTE) Director Dr. Jeremy Qualls is earning accolades from the Greater Nashville Technology Council for his work in the district. Qualls was named the Technology Educator of the Year, an award given to those who have exhibited exceptional dedication to and innovation in the advancement of technology education. "The trend in Nashville and the surrounding areas is a massive uptick in tech-based products and services," Qualls said. "Our students in the coding, cybersecurity, web design and computer science classes are the next generation of tech talent, and we are building a conduit to those companies. We are so fortunate to have such skilled CCTE teachers and students in WCS. This is the perfect recipe of utilizing skills learned while building a portfolio to better market themselves to postsecondary institutions, companies for internships and future employers." In addition to CCTE classes, Qualls' work with the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (EIC) also helps prepare students for life after high school. "This award is a testament to all in the CCTE Department and the EIC who are dedicated to making the best real-life scenarios for students by putting them in front of mentors, pitching to angel investors and venture capital firms and cheerleading the students on to success," Qualls said. Qualls was presented with the award at the 15th Annual NTC Awards on February 29. #education #entrepreneurship #cte #studentsuccess #technology

We hope to see you tomorrow!