Willard Elementary School

A young boy with a bright smile wears a red polo shirt in a classroom setting.

Three young children enthusiastically play with a green object in a shallow dish.

Three smiling children enthusiastically play with colorful slime at a classroom table.

A young boy in a red shirt sits on grass with an Easter basket.

A person with glasses and a green shirt gently touches a tortoise in an enclosure.

A group of children and adults are gathered indoors, with some children wearing bright green shirts.

A young boy in a Nike shirt stands next to an adult holding a green bag.

Two young girls smile while interacting with small animals in a sensory bin.

A young boy smiles as he holds a tortoise with help from an adult.

A young girl with dark hair smiles at the camera from behind a red table, with clear tubes in the foreground.

Willard Elementary staff is committed to the belief that all students can succeed, and we are dedicated to providing them with the skills necessary to be better prepared for their future in a changing society.

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Our Mission

The students of the Garvey School District will learn academic skills, moral and ethical values and a respect for diversity that will enable them to be life-long learners and productive members of a global society.

Frances Willard Elementary Wildcats logo featuring a cartoon bobcat mascot.

Our Vision

Providing a premier education in a 21st century learning environment to develop tomorrow's responsible leaders.

August 2026 K-8th Menus

🎉WELCOME BACK, GARVEY SCHOOL DISTRICT FAMILIES! 🎉⭐️FREE MEALS FOR ALL STUDENTS 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR ⭐️🥣 FREE BREAKFAST🍽️ FREE LUNCHEvery school day • For every student • At every GSD schoolAll GS...

August 10, 2026

Welcome to the 2026-27 school year

Dear Willard Wildcat Families, Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! As I think about the year ahead, I am filled with excitement for the opportunities we will have to learn, grow, and strengthen o...

August 5, 2026

Willard Family and Student Orientation - August 18

July 30, 2026

Approved Smart Snacks for School 🍎

Approved Smart Snack Reminder 🍎To support healthy eating habits, Garvey School District follows the USDA Smart Snacks in School nutrition standards for all foods and beverages brought to school for...

July 28, 2026

2026-27 Woodcraft Rangers After School Program

Applications for the 2026-27 School Year will be available starting July 2026. An email will be sent to all parents (currently enrolled) who have an existing account in Aeries. If you are a new

July 27, 2026