Our Direction

At Williams Township School, we envision a vibrant learning community where every student is empowered to explore their passions, develop critical thinking skills, and embrace diversity. Our commitment to excellence fosters an environment of collaboration, creativity, and compassion, preparing students to be responsible, engaged citizens in an ever-changing world. Together, we inspire a lifelong love of learning and cultivate the leaders of tomorrow.



At Williams Township School, we believe in fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes the holistic development of every student. Our core values guide our mission and interactions:

Respect: We honor the diversity and individuality of each member of our school community, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding.

Integrity: We promote honesty, responsibility, and accountability in all our actions, encouraging students to make ethical choices.

Compassion: We cultivate empathy and kindness, encouraging students to support one another and contribute positively to their communities.

Excellence: We strive for academic and personal excellence, inspiring students to pursue their passions and reach their full potential.

Collaboration: We value teamwork and open communication, recognizing that working together enhances learning and growth.

Curiosity: We encourage a love for learning and exploration, empowering students to ask questions, think critically, and embrace new ideas.

Together, we are committed to creating a safe and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive and succeed.


Williams Township School is committed to providing a well-rounded education that embraces the whole child, fostering their intellectual, emotional, and physical growth.
Core FunctionEffective PracticeCodeSuccess IndicatorWise Ways®ActionResource
Domain 1: Turnaround LeadershipPractice 1A: Prioritize improvement and communicate its urgencyB1.01The LEA has an LEA Support & Improvement Team.View
B1.03A Leadership Team consisting of the principal, teachers who lead the Instructional Teams, and other professional staff meets regularly (at least twice a month) to review implementation of effective practices.ViewVideoTool
B2.03The school has established a team structure among teachers with specific duties and time for instructional planning.ViewVideoTool
Practice 1B: Monitor short-and long-term goalsB3.02The principal collects and acts on data from a variety of sources and in a timely manner.ViewVideo
B3.03The principal monitors curriculum and classroom instruction regularly and provides timely, clear, constructive feedback to teachers.ViewVideoTool
Domain 2: Talent DevelopmentPractice 2A: Recruit, develop, retain, and sustain talentC3.04The LEA/School has established a system of procedures and protocols for recruiting, evaluating, rewarding, and replacing staff.View
Practice 2B: Target professional learning opportunitiesA1.03The LEA/School promotes a school culture in which professional collaboration is valued and emphasized by all.ViewVideo
C2.01The LEA/School regularly looks at school performance data and aggregated classroom observation data and uses that data to make decisions about school improvement and professional development needs.ViewVideoTool
Domain 3: Instructional TransformationPractice 3A: Diagnose and respond to student learning needsA1.04ALL teachers assess student progress frequently using a variety of evaluation methods and make appropriate curriculum adjustments based on results.View
A4.01The school implements a tiered instructional system that allows teachers to deliver evidence-based instruction aligned with the individual needs of students across all tiers.View
Practice 3B: Provide rigorous evidence-based instructionA1.07ALL teachers employ effective classroom management and reinforce classroom rules and procedures by positively teaching them.ViewVideo
A2.04Instructional Teams develop standards-aligned units of instruction for each subject and grade level.ViewVideo
A2.20All teachers use appropriate technological tools to enhance instruction.View
Practice 3C: Remove barriers and provide opportunitiesA4.16The school develops and implements consistent, intentional, and on-going plans to support student transitions for grade-to-grade and level-to-level.View
Domain 4: Culture ShiftPractice 4A: Build a strong community intensely focused on student learning The LEA has an LEA Support & Improvement Team.View
A4.06ALL teachers are attentive to students' emotional states, guide students in managing their emotions, and arrange for supports and interventions when necessary.View
Practice 4C: Engage students and families in pursuing education goalsE1.01ALL teachers maintain a file of communication with parents/guardians.ViewVideo
E1.06The school regularly communicates with parents/guardians about its expectations of them and the importance of the curriculum of the home (what parents can do at home to support their children's learning).ViewVideo
NC SBE Goal 1:Eliminate opportunity gaps by 2027 The school implements a tiered instructional system that allows teachers to deliver evidence-based instruction aligned with the individual needs of students across all tiers.View
NC SBE Goal 2:Improve school and district performance by 2027 The school regularly communicates with parents/guardians about its expectations of them and the importance of the curriculum of the home (what parents can do at home to support their children's learning).ViewVideo
NC SBE Goal 3:Increase Educator preparedness to meet the needs of every student by 2027 The LEA/School regularly looks at school performance data and aggregated classroom observation data and uses that data to make decisions about school improvement and professional development needs.ViewVideoTool





Williams Township
10400 James B White Hwy South
Whiteville NC 28472
9106533791
Principal: Mrs. Michelle Simmons
  • Leigh Ann McPherso...
  • Mia Bowen
  • Shawn Burroughs
  • Victoria Cartret
  • Heather Godwin
  • Victoria Gore
  • Heather Harper
  • Cassie Hoffman
  • Fanny Marin
  • Tracy McGraw
  • Maxie McPherson
  • Jasmine Nealy
  • Kim Parker
  • Michelle Simmons
  • April Smith
  • Casey Waddell
  • Dee Dee White
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