Second graders at Butler Elementary were excited to learn about the weather when they were recently visited by Meteorologist Chris Smith from WJHG, Channel 7 News. The students enjoyed learning about weather phenomena from a real expert! Submitted by Tammy Smith.
WMS Student Voices Matter
March 2, 2018
On Friday, March 2, Mr. Dennie Smith's eighth grade AVID students thoughtfully and respectfully voiced their opinions about controversial, culturally relevant topics through a Philosophical Chairs activity. Not only did students develop and articulate their own arguments, but they also facilitated the discussion themselves with only minimal guidance from Mr. Smith. Students walked away from the experience with a firm understanding that their opinions and those of others matter--and can thereby be used to meaningfully impact change in today's world. Submitted by Kristen Nelson.
MSE Student Recognized for her School Safety Efforts
March 2, 2018
Mr. Hughes met personally today with an MSE student who remembered the "see something, say something" policy by alerting her teacher to a situation she had an uneasy feeling about. School safety is a top priority for the Walton County School District. Sumitted by Krisy Spence.
"Wow! Tea Party projects in Ms. Pitchford's class! EPIC creative skills of our students!" A. Russell Hughes.
Mr. Hughes Visits Mrs. Gerhardt's Class at ECMS
March 2, 2018
On a recent visit to Emerald Coast Middle School, Superintendent Russell Hughes stopped by Mrs. Gerhardt's math class and was intrigued by her volume board!
VRB Supports Change for Children by Raising $1485.58
March 2, 2018
Students at Butler Elementary School recently pulled together to raise $1485.58 during our recent “Change For Children” fundraising drive. Student Council members led the drive by encouraging students to participate, collecting donations, and counting the funds! Way to go Butler Bears! Submitted by Tammy Smith.
Emerald Coast Middle School raised $2,615.22 for Change for Children. The Student Council organized a Penny War between classes to create a fun competition. Way to go Stingrays! Submitted by Jeff Infinger.
The Cat Bus Readers at FES Have Read Over 100 Books
March 1, 2018
The Cat Bus readers at FES have read over 100 books on the bus this year! Students cannot get off the bus until 7:30 AM so the bus driver, Norman Cyphers (06-04), decided a good way to spend this time would be with the students reading. A different student reads a book to the entire bus each morning when they arrive at school. The bus driver also encourages the students to take AR tests to become a Cool Cat Reader. Way to go Cat Bus! Submitted by Nancy Currie.
Paxton AVID Students Visit Troy University
February 28, 2018
Paxton AVID students enjoyed a spectacular day on the Troy Campus learning about programs, class sizes, and other information in their pursuit of being college and career ready. Submitted by Kalli McMillan.
Cat in the Hat Visits FES During Dr. Seuss Week
February 28, 2018
Retired educator, Greg Douglass, visited FES as the "Cat in the Hat" and read to kindergarten and first grade students during Dr. Seuss week. Submitted by Nancy Currie.