People’s National Bank in Freeport support FHS cheerleaders with a tailgate lunch. Thank you PNB! Submitted by Patty Woodard
SCIENCE ROCKS at West DeFuniak Elementary! Mrs. Katie Adams’ fourth grade studied the properties of matter, one being density. Groups created a density tower to showcase five layers of different liquids. Students soon discovered liquids have different densities, therefore creating a layering effect with the heaviest liquid on the bottom. To further test density, students dropped various items into their density towers to compare the density of that item to the surrounding liquid. Through discovery, students were able to explain why different objects floated, while others sank.
Submitted by Jessica Dawkins
After running 3.1 miles in their first meet of the season at the University of West Florida, the PHS cross country team decided to spend the rest of the day displaying their Pride, Passion, and Purpose in EPIC proportions. The team spent the rest of the afternoon volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House nearby. They entertained children, cleaned the facilities, and spread love to all who were there. The Bobcat family are very proud of this team!
Pictured - Back Row (L to R): Brianna Wright, Holden Mitchell, Jacob Morgan, Caylor Dixon, Maddie Varnum, Philip Anderson, Landon Stanley, Zach Wilson, Emily Wilson, and Ragan Butts. Front Row (L to R): Gracie Geoghagan, Lyndsey Wright, Eugene Hall, Nick Johnson, Blaine Johnston, Lawson Geoghagan, Tristan Petty.
Submitted by Kalli McMillan
Congratulations to Walton County Teacher of the Year, Joan Kennett, South Walton High School, who was recently one of 30 out of 74 applicants to join the ranks of the best teachers in the state as a member of the Florida Lead Teacher Network (FLTN) with the Florida Department of Education. Through the Florida Lead Teacher Network, FTLN, members are equipped with resources and training to become leaders in their schools and districts. Mrs. Kennett is looking forward to the opportunity as a way to sharpen her own teaching skills, as well as learn strategies to mentor her colleagues within the Walton County School District. Mrs. Kennett definitely exemplifies the EPIC - Walton County Way!
Pictured here with Florida Commissioner of Education, Pam Stewart
On September 5, Mr. Bernard Johnson, on behalf of the Gulf Power Foundation, presented a $3,000 check to the Walton Education Foundation. This generous donation will be made to the Electricity Program at Emerald Coast Technical College as a result of a successful grant application made by Mr. Thomas Martin, the program instructor. The funds will be used to enhance the Electricity Program at Emerald Coast Technical College. This program began in August 2015 to meet the training needs of students who wish to enter into the field of electricity. Students are prepared to earn industry recognized credentials from The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) which assure national portability of skills to meet the common goal of developing a safe and productive workforce.
Emerald Coast Technical College is proud of its partnership with Gulf Power Company and the Walton Education Foundation to ensure a strong future workforce.
Pictured (l-r): Wyndy Crozier - Director Emerald Coast Technical College; MH Carr, Executive Director – Walton Education Foundation; and Bernard Johnson, Gulf Power’s Central District General Manager
Submitted by Cindy Anderson
The Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative has recently made a generous donation on behalf of their members to the Walton County School District via the Walton Education Foundation. The funds will be matched $1 for $1 from the State of Florida through the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations, and will be used for classroom grants. The grant applications will be taken during the month of September, and awarded the first of November.
WCSD is grateful for the partnership with CHELCO, and for their dedication to the families and children of Walton County. This collaboration will enable our teachers the opportunity to provide experiences and instruction to our students in an EPIC way. Special thanks is also extended to the Walton Education Foundation for the grant support they provide for our teachers and students.
Pictured are MH Carr, Walton Education Foundation; Rumi Nielson-Green, Manager of Communications and Community Affairs, CHELCO; and Superintendent A. Russell Hughes
WMSE, the official morning show of Maude Saunders, is on target to be EPIC this year! Fifth grade students gather, write, and deliver the news, run the teleprompter, cameras, and sound system, and schedule guests and interviews, all before 7:55 each morning! Submitted by Krisy Spence
What would a soundtrack of your life sound like? At Walton Middle School, Mrs. Kent’s sixth grade reading students were tasked with answering this question. Using music and lyrics, students explored the process of constructing personal narratives. After listening to some “old school” classics on a record player, students delved into analyzing their lives, researching songs appropriate to each life event, constructing a soundtrack, and presenting their work to their Warrior Tribe!
Picture 1: Mariah Leverette, Arnett Mallory, Kaydenn Ware
Picture 2: Malcolm Byrd
Submitted by Kristen Nelson
Every month, Mr. A. Russell Hughes, Walton County, Florida Superintendent of Schools, will share a video message with an update on the exciting things happening in the Walton County School District, Walton County, Florida. Check back often to stay informed on all the activities, events and accomplishments of teachers and students in the Walton County School District.
This month's video was filmed at South Walton High School, where construction on a 10-classroom addition is well underway! #ProgressOnPurpose. Making it POP in WCSD!
