Welcome to Williams Academy

Williams Academy is a public K-12 charter school located in Crossnore, NC. We are Avery County’s only public charter school. At Williams Academy we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help children apply critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems.

Williams Academy is a public K-12 charter school located in Crossnore, NC. We are Avery County’s only public charter school. At Williams Academy we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best.

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K-12

Grades Served

112

Total Number of Students

1999

Year Opened

Upcoming Events

December 2023

Tuesday December 19

Ugly Sweater Day
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Christmas Dance Recital

Wednesday December 20 – Tuesday January 2

Christmas Break

Spirit week is here! Students not wishing to participate should wear their uniform.

Faculty & Staff Spotlight

With over 30 years of experience, Mrs. Charlene Gragg is an expert in her field and a teacher to be emulated. When you walk into her classroom, you immediately know that children are receiving the highest-quality education in both academics and life skills. She works tirelessly to prepare fun and engaging lessons for students that focus on building a foundation that will carry them throughout their academic careers. Any student who passes through Mrs. Gragg’s classroom is set up for success. Thank you, Mrs. Gragg, for your passion and dedication to our Williams Academy students!

The mission of Williams Academy is to offer a stable, emotionally supportive, educational environment for children with a goal of empowering each child to achieve his or her real academic and social potential.

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