The Walton County School District Transportation Department is pleased to announce the 2015-2016 Transportation Educational Support Personnel of the year for the four regions. Transportation Coordinator Jim Hicks stated, “These employees have extended themselves beyond the basic required duties by displaying initiative and creativity. Each of them consistently demonstrates exceptional skill and dedication to their job and by doing so, they have earned the respect and admiration of their colleagues and the community. On behalf of the WCSD, I would like to congratulate all on a job well done!”
Pictured left to right: Ann Sexton, Paxton; Sharon Santiago, Freeport; Tammy Ramsey, DeFuniak Springs; Jim Williams, South Walton
Photo 1: Elementary media specialists collaborating and learning together.
Photo 2: Secondary media specialists exploring resources.
If you are the parent or guardian of a Walton Middle School student, please bring your family and attend the upcoming "Making Math Matter" Title 1 Parent Training Night. The event will kick-off in the WMS cafeteria on Thursday, December 3rd, at 6:00 p.m, as families enjoy a FREE dinner of pizza, desserts, and soft drinks. After dinner, families will rotate between math-themed presentations and trainings--all geared toward making math matter outside of the classroom. Families can also shop in the WMS holiday gift store, full of student-crafted items. Free childcare will be provided for young children ages 4 to 5th grade. 'Tis the season for new learning at Walton Middle School, where math will come alive as families come together.
Paxton High School Introduction to Aerospace students put their aerospace knowledge to the test as they designed a shoebox glider and presented their designs to NASA via a series of videoconferences. Via NASA's Digital Learning Network, students received valuable instruction and feedback on their designs.
Mossy Head School hosted a Veterans' Day program on November 10th to honor past and present military service men and women. Fifth grade students performed patriotic songs for the crowd of students, parents, veterans, and staff. Fourth grade students Lyndsey Wright and Akadian Campbell performed a skit called "What is a Veteran?" The attendees also had the privilege of listening to veteran Sgt. L'Orange tell about his service in the military. MHS would like to say, "Thank you to all veterans for their service!"
