VRB Enjoys New Playground Compliments of PTO
October 3, 2017
Butler Elementary students are thrilled to have a beautiful new playground! The school’s PTO recently completed the purchase of this exciting new equipment! Submitted by Tammy Smith.
PHS's Annual Blood Drive to be Held October 31, 2017
October 2, 2017
The PHS Student Council will be sponsoring the annual Blood Drive on October 31, 2017 from 8:00 – 3:00 at Paxton School. Community members are welcome to come to donate blood at Paxton School that day! There is a great need for blood due to the recent hurricanes depleting the blood supply. Submitted by Kalli McMillan.
Paxton Elementary Students Receive Special Recognition in PE
October 2, 2017
This past week, PHS elementary PE students earned recognition for participating/running in the “Schoolyard Stomp” during PE class. Each student was given an Apple Toe Token. Submitted by Kalli McMillan.
200+ WHS Students Earn Industry Certs
October 2, 2017
Congratulations to these WHS students who acquired industry certifications last year! Over 200 students were treated to lunch and a party on September 29 at the Wee Care Park to reward this exceptional accomplishment. Way to go, Braves! Submitted by Christy English.
WDE Kindergarteners Learn About the Letter T
October 2, 2017
Mrs. Donna Timmons’ Kindergarten students at WDE enjoyed making “Terrific Ties” to wear for the letter Tt. Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
Superintendent A. Russell Hughes Monthly Update for October 2017
October 1, 2017
Every month, Superintendent A. Russell Hughes shares a video message with updates on the exciting things happening in the Walton County School District. The October video was taped at Paxton School, and features Mrs. Cindy Neale with a little about the history of Paxton School. Mr. Hughes shares important information about upcoming events during the month of October, 2017.
submitted by Keitha Bledsoe
Fourth and Fifth Grade ELA Teachers Digging Into Standards and Resources at ReadyGen Training!
September 29, 2017
submitted by Kim Stafford
WDE Donuts with Dads
September 29, 2017
West DeFuniak welcomed a huge number of dads on 9/27/17 for Donuts with Dads. This year the dads visted the classrooms with their students and participated in activities such as reading an Accelerated Reader Book, working on Math problems on the computer, or even visiting the library with their child. It was great to see so many dads! Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
Mr. Jackson Talks with Paxton Elementary Students on Character Education
September 27, 2017
Submitted by Laurie Gilbert and Kalli McMillan
PHS Builders Club Hide Painted Rocks with Character Traits!
September 27, 2017
In order to promote Kindness and Friendship, the Paxton High School Builders Club painted and hid rocks around the school for students to find. It was a nice surprise and an exciting hunt for the elementary students!
submitted by Kalli McMillan