Florida Prepaid College Board's Open Enrollment Ends February 29th!
February 23, 2016
Open Enrollment runs through February 29th, 2016. Learn more at www.myfloridaprepaid.com
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Florida PrePaid
February 23, 2016
As part of our commitment to your child's education, we want to share with you information about the Florida College Board's Open Enrollment Period that ends February 29. College might seem like a long way off, but before we know it, your child will be lookint at college options.
Starting to save now means that you can feel confident your child's tuition will be covered when they need it. Florida Prepaid Plans are guaranteed by the State of Florida. Your futrure grad will surely thank you for making such a smart decision and for giving them the chance to succeed and achieve their dreams.
We are also pleased to offer promo code, SUP1516, for a free gift pack for familes that purchase a Florida Prepaid Tuition Plan before Open Enrollment ends February 29.
Open Enrollment only happens once a year and ends on February 29, so take advantage of affordable pricing today and start saving for your child's future. Find out more at myfloridaprepaid.com!
Freeport Midde School NJHS Help Create a Natural Reef
February 23, 2016
Submitted by Chelsea Ellison, Freeport Middle School
On February 20th, the Freeport Middle School National Junior Honor Society helped move approximately 500 bags of oyster shells to spread across over 20 feet of shoreline. Their efforts helped to create a natural reef for our bay, and assists in protecting and preserving the shoreline. Along with using recycled oyster shells, it helps filter the water in the most natural way.
WHS Students Meet the 2nd Quarter 25 Book Challenge
February 22, 2016
Submitted by Christy English, Walton High School
Walton High students that met the requirements for the 25 Book Challenge for the second quarter were rewarded with a trip to a local movie theater and shopping center on February 19. Congratulations to these 23 students for their hard work, dedication, and achievement toward this year-long goal!
FES Staff "Develop GRIT" on Professional Learning Day
February 22, 2016
Submitted by Nancy Currie, Freeport Elementary School
Teachers:
? explored productive struggle as it relates to higher-cognitive demand tasks.
? took a closer look at why productive struggle is vital to student’s success in our classrooms.
? completed a higher-cognitive demand task together.
? Worked within their grade level to analyze a higher-cognitive demand task that they could incorporate into an upcoming
math unit.
Paxton Baseball Players Sign with Division 1 Universities
February 19, 2016
Submitted by Heather Stewart, Paxton School
Congratulations to Paxton High School baseball players Grant Stewart, left, and Austin Franklin, right, the first PHS players to sign to play baseball at a division one university! Stewart will play for Florida State University and Franklin for Samford University.
WDE Learns Mosquito Control
February 19, 2016
Submitted by Pam Leavins, WDE
Students in third grade at West DeFuniak Elementary had the opportunity to hear from North Walton Mosquito Control on the mosquito’s life cycle, types of mosquitos in our area, ways they prevent illness from spreading, and ways to spot areas where mosquitos can lay their eggs.
Paxton Boys Win Regional Championship!
February 19, 2016
Submitted by Cindy Neale, Paxton School
Paxton Boys Basketball Regional Champs!
This is a historical moment for our Paxton Bobcats. It has been 42 years since our boys basketball team has competed at the state level.
Congratulations to ECMS Regional Science Fair Participants
February 18, 2016
Submitted by Leigh Glenn, Emerald Coast Middle School
Congratulations to ECMS Regional Science Fair participants for their awards.
M. Camaret – 2nd Place
M. Post – 3rd Place
G. A. Mottola – Honorable Mention
C. Bailey - Honorable Mention
S. Gilliam - Honorable Mention
K. Dargavell - Honorable Mention / Special Award - $15
M. Gilmore – Summer Chemistry Camp