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📢 JWES Families: Important updates for the 2026–2027 school year!

📵 Cell phones, smartwatches, and wireless devices will be secured during the school day in accordance with the Alabama FOCUS Act.

🎒 All students must use a CLEAR backpack. MCPSS will not provide backpacks, so please plan ahead.

Thank you for helping us keep our school safe, focused, and ready for learning! 💚🧡🤍 #JohnWillElementary #TEAMJWES #BackToSchool
about 9 hours ago, Deidre Jefferson
JWES Families: Important updates for the 2026–2027 school year!  📵 Cell phones, smartwatches, and wireless devices will be secured during the school day in accordance with the Alabama FOCUS Act.  🎒 All students must use a CLEAR backpack. MCPSS will not provide backpacks, so please plan ahead.  Thank you for helping us keep our school safe, focused, and ready for learning!
🐉✨ Dragons, it's time to gear up for an amazing school year! Check out the John Will Elementary 2026-2027 Uniform Policy and get ready to look your best. 💚🤍🧡 #JWES #DragonPride
7 days ago, Deidre Jefferson
Document titled "2026-2027 Uniform Policy" features text and images of children. Sections include "Boys" and "Girls" with details. Background has a colorful snake pattern.
📚✨ It’s Time to Get Registered for the 2026-2027 School Year! ✨📚

John Will Elementary School will be offering Onsite Registration for families who need assistance completing enrollment for the upcoming school year!

🗓️ July 27–30
⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 JWES Gym

⚠️ Important Reminder: Online registration must be completed before attending onsite registration. Visit mcpss.com and click "Enrollment" to get started.

🎒 Don't wait until the last minute—secure your child's spot and get ready for another amazing year of learning, growth, and success at JWES! 🐉

#JohnWillElementary #JWESDragons #Enrollment20262027 #BackToSchool #DragonPride 🐉📚✨
8 days ago, Deidre Jefferson
🎒✏️ Back-to-School Supply Lists are HERE!

John Will Elementary School families — the 2026-2027 supply lists for Kindergarten through 5th Grade are now available! Get a head start on your shopping before the rush.

From crayons and glue sticks for our youngest learners to binders, index cards, and USB flash drives for our 5th graders — we've got everything you need to set your child up for a great year. 🌟
📋 Check the link in bio to download all grade-level lists.
💛 Pro tip: Don't forget the classroom wish list items like Kleenex, hand sanitizer, and Ziploc bags — every little bit helps our teachers and students!

Here's to an amazing school year! 🍎📚

#BackToSchool #JohnWillElementary #SchoolSupplies #2026Back2School #ElementarySchool #SchoolReady
8 days ago, Deidre Jefferson
A list of school supplies for 5th graders at John Will Elementary School. Items include binders, notebooks, pencils, crayons, and more.
School supply list for 4th grade includes notebook paper, pencils, scissors, and more. Items include headphones, dry erase markers, and highlighters.
A list of third grade supplies for John Will Elementary School includes books, pencils, folders, and other items.
A list of supplies for 2nd graders at John Will Elementary School, including notebooks, pencils, and other items.
A document for John Will Elementary School lists first-grade supplies for the 2026-2027 school year. Items include books, crayons, scissors, pencils, and more.
John Will Elementary School 2026-2027 School Supply Lists for Kindergarten-5th Grade

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
Parents, the moment you've been waiting for is here! Read the flyer above to find out who has been selected for the 2026-2027 John Will Elementary Cheer Team!
Congratulations to all our amazing students who tried out! 💙📣
Check out the flyer above!

18 days ago, Kaylen Cruse
cheer team  announcement
Reminder: Students in grades 2, 3, 4, and 5: Bring your Mobile Public Library card so that you may check out a book from the MPL Bookmobile.

This onsite field trip is FREE for our students in grades PreK4-5 and will afford students an opportunity to tour the bookmobile, check out a book and learn about the Mobile Public Library summer reading program.

Students are responsible for turning in checked out books to the bookmobile OR the Mobile Public Library.
27 days ago, Erin Rembert
Bookmobile Thursday May 15 845-215 students in grades 2-5 bring your library card to check out a book tour the bookmobile onsite field trip
Parents, Guardians, Teachers and Students thank you for supporting the John Will Library!

As a school our we purchased $3,800.00 in books and merchandise!

We donated $300 in books for Golden tickets and teacher contest winnings.

Congratulations to our Book Fair Contest Winners-
Mrs. Stepney, Mrs. Henderson and Ms. Tucker!

29 days ago, Erin Rembert
Book Fair Contest Winners April/May 2026 Stepney Henderson Tucker

QR Code for MCPSS Summer reading

ebooks and audiobooks FREE May 18-August 24, 2026

about 1 month ago, Erin Rembert
QR Code for MCPSS Summer reading ebooks FREE May 18-August 24, 2026
Sora ebooks Sweet Reads always available ebooks and audiobooks May 18-August 24, 2026
Final week of the book fair May 5-8, 2026
about 1 month ago, Erin Rembert
Final week of the book fair May 5-8, 2026
Please mark your calendars. The Mobile Public Library Bookmobile is coming to John Will Elementary School Thursday, May 14, 2026. Students in grades 2-5 are advised to bring their Mobile Public Library card so they may check out a book. Students in grades PreK4-5 will tour the bookmobile. The event is FREE of charge.
about 2 months ago, Erin Rembert
Grades 2-5 Bring your library  card to school Thursday, May 14, 2026 Who: K-5 students What: Field Trip  When: Thursday, May 15, 2025 When: 8:45 am-2:15 pm Where: on site (Will Elementary)  Why: to promote books and reading Cost: FREE Tour the bookmobile   Students in grades 2-5 = bring your Mobile Public Library card to check out books!
The Crane Book Fair is coming to the John Will Library! April 28-May 1 and 5-8, 2026. Students must purchase a book to READ. Students must have at least $5 to purchase a book to read. Students are advised to bring $10 or more if purchasing journals, toys and trinkets.
about 2 months ago, Erin Rembert
April 28-30, May 1 & 5-8, 2026 CASH: NO bills over $20  NO refunds, no exchanges, no bookbags Debit/credit transactions must be at least $10 Students must have at least $5 to shop,  $10+ if purchasing  toys and trinkets.
ACAP Spirit Week!
March 9-12, 2026
John Will Elementary School
Let’s get excited and pumped to do our best on the big test!

Monday, 3.9.26- Go to war on the ACAP- wear camo pants, shirts, and school shoes!
Tuesday, 3.10.26 -Saddle up for the ACAP- Western Day! Wear a cowboy hat, shirt or bandana. Students must wear uniform bottoms and shoes.
Wednesday, 3.11.12.26- Shine Bright on the ACAP- Wear your favorite shades with full school uniform!
Thursday, 3.12.26 Who You Wit? -Wear your favorite team jersey or T-shirt! Students must wear uniform bottoms and shoes.
3 months ago, Erin Rembert
ACAP spirit week
Register NOW to attend the 2026 MCPSS Career Fair!
March 17, 2026 from 12 noon to 5 pm

With 90 schools across urban, suburban, and rural communities, MCPSS offers a wide range of opportunities—from magnet programs and Signature Academies that prepare students for college and careers, to specialty schools serving unique student needs. Located on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast, Mobile is home to the original Mardi Gras, rich history, vibrant culture, and an exceptional quality of life—making it a great place to live, work, and make a difference.
4 months ago, Erin Rembert
MCPSS Career Fair March 17, 2026 12-5pm register to attend go to https://www.mcpss.com/page/career-fair for more information
National School Counselors Appreciation Week Feb. 2-6, 2026 Thank you Ms. Cruse
4 months ago, Erin Rembert
National School Counselors Appreciation Week Feb. 2-6, 2026 Thank you Ms. Cruse
Celebrating 3rd grade teacher Mrs. Peterson the 2025-2026 John Will Elementary School Teacher of the Year!
5 months ago, Erin Rembert
Celebrating 3rd grade teacher Mrs. Peterson the 2025-2026 John Will Elementary School Teacher of the Year!
Book Fair contest winners: Rogers grade 1, Rodgers grade 2 and Carmon grade 5!

Thank you for your support!
6 months ago, Erin Rembert
book fair contest winners Rogers Rodgers and Carmon
Last day of the book fair = Friday, December 12, 2025. We have mood rings for sale. $2.50 each!
6 months ago, Erin Rembert
Last day of the book fair = Friday, December 12, 2025. We have mood rings for sale. $2.50 each!
JWES Annual Mardi Gras Sneaker Ball February 6, 2026; 5pm-8pm in the JWES Gymnasium- student tickets $15/Parent tickets $20; Presale begins January 5, 2026.

Ticket sales for the event will begin on January 5 and end on January 30.
For students in Pre-K through 2nd grade, a paying guardian must accompany them.
Students in 3rd through 5th grade must be signed in and out by a guardian who has a valid ID.
No more than 2 adults per student and no students who does not attend John Will may
attend. Please be aware that any student or adult who is inappropriately dressed will
be turned away at the door.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event—be sure to get your tickets before the deadline!
6 months ago, Erin Rembert
JWES Annual Mardi Gras Sneaker Ball February 6, 2026; 5pm-8pm in the JWES Gymnasium- student tickets $15/Parent tickets $20; Presale begins January 5, 2026. See school website for more information.
Students turn in your library books before Christmas break!
6 months ago, Erin Rembert
turn in library books before Christmas break picture of a Christmas tree with presents and lights
Greetings John Will Family!

It’s time for the Stuff the Bus Toy Drive! 😊🧸🎄

Parents, students, teachers, and all school community members are asked to donate to our annual toy drive.

Parents, please encourage each child to spread Christmas cheer and donate at least 1 unwrapped toy in support of the MCPSS's annual Stuff the Bus Toy Drive to give toys to families in need so they can have the opportunity to celebrate Christmas like everyone else.

The deadline to donate is Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Thank you for your support and being a great John Will Family! ❤️💚
6 months ago, Kaylen Cruse
2025 Stuff the Bus