Welcome to another exciting year of learning and growing at Mary Williams Elementary School!

 I’m Heather Ultsch, and I’m thrilled to begin my fourth year as your Assistant Principal. Every day, our students inspire me with their big ideas, courageous choices, and determination to grow.

Schools truly are the heart and soul of a community, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the Mary Williams family. I believe strong relationships are the foundation of a thriving school community. This year, much of my work will focus on supporting high-quality instruction and helping our teachers turn our school improvement goals into meaningful learning experiences for students. Data and goals are important, but behind every number is a Panther Cub with strengths to celebrate and potential waiting to be unlocked. That is what keeps me motivated!

When I’m not at school, you can usually find me reading a good book, working on an embroidery project, birdwatching, or dreaming about my next trip to the beach. I also love spending time with my husband, Craig, and our daughter, Clementine, who is entering seventh grade this year.

My hope for the 2026-2027 school year is that every student feels supported in their learning, empowered to take risks, and confident that they belong here. I can’t wait to see what our Panther Cubs accomplish, and I’ll be right there cheering them on!