Mission Statement
At WCES we ensure Achievement, Learning, and Leadership for ALL.
Vision Statement
To build and sustain a culture that provides a safe environment where all stake holders collaborate to ensure growth and achievement for all.
School News
Letter from our Principal
WCES Brochure
Click to find all relevant and need to know information in our Wards Creek Brochure (School Hours and Contact numbers, Cafeteria, HAC/SAC, PTO, and Extended Day—)
Planning to Attend a School Event?
The following forms must be completed prior to school events for entrance to WCES:
School Access Form
District mandated for entrance to the school for any reason.
WCES Event Form
For specific school events – must be filled out for each separate event.
2024-2025
School supply lists
Click on the following links to access the supply list for the upcoming school year:
25-26 WCES Extended Day
Sign ups – Coming soon
Wards Creek VPK is a full day, blended program with limited space. Monthly fee is $400; There is also a $100 registration fee.
Our VPK is a lottery system. The Sign-Up Genius list for it will open on Feb 3, 2025.
The Lottery draw will take place on March 13, 2025. All winners will be notified. All others will remain on the list in case of drop outs.
Building a Legacy of Leadership Brick by Brick
Wards Creek Elementary is building a legacy of leadership and we want you to be a part of our ongoing history! We are offering commemorative bricks on our Legacy Walkway in front of our school building. Buy one to honor your current or former student, your family, a great teacher, a community member, alumni, your business or civic organization, or just to support our school.
Learn more or place your order here.
Please contact Ms. Taylor if interested in partnering with WCES. Email: [email protected]
Schedule & Events
Upcoming Dates
School Hours
- Arrival – 8:00 am
- Classes Begin – 8:25 am
- Dismissal –
» 2:45 pm – Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri
» 1:45 pm – Wed (early release)
Keep up to date with events on the PTO website: https://www.wardscreekpto.com/
Our Core Values
We believe that:
The Character Counts Pillars of Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship are essential qualities to model and instill in our students.
All individuals are valuable and can make meaningful contributions. Hard work, determination, and perseverance lead to success.
The St. Johns County School District will inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world.
Featured Links
Parent Links
- Attendance email (notify the school if your student will be absent)
- Home Access Center
- Wards Creek Event Form
- Change of Information form (Make changes to personal information or Emergency Pick Up list)
Important Documents
- Census Information 2020-21
- Class Size Letter 2023-2024
- Economic Security Report Summary
- Elementary Choice Letter 24-25
- Equity Flyer
- Florida Standards Resource for Parent
- HS Volunteer Form
- Parent Handbook 2024-2025
- Parent Letter for Disability Awareness
- PBIS Handbook 2024-2025
- Warrior Orientation 2024-2025
- Required Instruction Letter
- School Safety Letter 2024-25
- Service Animal Policy
- Sheriff Hardwick Letter 2024-25
- SPAR Report
- Student Code of Conduct Letter 2024-2025
- Student Code of Conduct
School Access
This is just a reminder that anyone (parent, guardian, friend, neighbor, aunt, uncle) must have school access to attend an event at Wards Creek Elementary, have lunch with a student and/or attend an awards assembly. If you have not already done so, please complete the School Access Form. The process for approval may take up to 4 weeks, so please fill out the application sooner than later for any guests that would like to have school access. Once the application is approved, school access will be valid for three years.
Learn how to access:
- Clever (Online textbooks and more)
- Schoology
- Microsoft Office 365
- Tech-Talk
FortifyFL App
FortifyFL is a website and app developed at the direction of the Florida Legislature. Any student, educator, parent, or member of the public can report school safety concerns directly to law enforcement and school administrators anonymously and easily through the FortifyFL app or getfortifyfl.com.
Florida school districts are now required by the FLDOE to make a FortifyFL Training Presentation available to parents and guardians.
School District News
"Building a Safer & More Inclusive Future" Virtual Discussion on April 2
Please join us on April 2, 2025, from 6pm to 7:30pm for a virtual discussion titled "Building a Safer & More Inclusive Future: SafeTrak Program, CARD Safety Kits for Families, & Diamond of Dreams Initiative." This informative session is designed for parents of students with disabilities. Learn about key programs and resources aimed at enhancing safety and inclusion for your child.
