This year, Maude Saunders fourth and fifth grade students were active participants in student-led conferences with parents.  Research shows that children take more responsibility for their learning when they are not only present for conferences, but in charge of explaining their progress, reflecting on accomplishments, and setting short and long-term goals. 

Submitted by Krisy Chandler Spence

Third graders from Mrs. Cook's and Mrs. Kelly's classes at MHS were rewarded for their hard work during the FSA ELA. After each day of testing students were able to participate in a Mystery Motivator as a reward for their hard work and perseverance. One Mystery Motivator this year was getting to create artwork in their teacher's parking spot! Submitted by Allie Lee Blanton.

The Marvel of Flight Fly In & Expo is held each spring at the DeFuniak Springs Airport. This is a 2 day event that hosts unique aircrafts and real-world pilots. WDE students watched presentations about each plane, climbed aboard a restored WWII helicopter, and got to see these remarkable planes fly in an airshow during the trip. The goal of Marvel of Flight is to inspire future aviators through fun and educating experiences. Students not only gained knowledge of each individual aircraft, they were also presented with the science behind flight. The learning experiences complimented our science unit on force and motion. WDE students had a great day exploring the Marvel of Flight!

Submitted by Jessica Dawkins

Cameron Strange has a pilot's helmet fastened as he sits in a restored helicopter.

Over 100 WHS students recently earned their Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This rigorous course is designed to help students achieve mastery in the use of Microsoft software applications, which will allow them to earn an internationally-recognized certification that will broaden post-secondary and employment opportunities.

Way to go, Braves!

Submitted by Christy English