Mr. Robert Escamilla, South Walton High School Band Director, had the opportunity to conduct the FSU Wind Ensemble today as part of the Tri-State Conductor’s Symposium! Way to Soar, Mr. Escamilla!
WHS PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS FOR DECEMBER
December 9, 2019
Walton High School Fine Arts Department cordially invites you to attend their December 2019 Performances!
* WHS Performing Arts Winter Concert
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Location: WHS Auditorium
Time: 6:30 pm
Performers: Wind Ensemble, Musical Theatre, Concert Choir, Jazz Band
* Band Boosters Spaghetti Dinner at 5:00 p.m. in the WHS cafeteria.
$5.00 per dinner, children 2 years old & younger eat free
* WHS Musical Theatre presents "The Wishing Tree"
Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Time: 12:40 - 1:35 p.m. (second lunch)
* WHS Concert Choir sings for residents of the Stanley House
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2019
Time: 11:00 a.m.
* WHS Concert Choir participates in the Defuniak Springs Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019
Time: 1:00 p.m.
* WHS Vocal Ensemble sings for Kiwanis Luncheon
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Time: 11:45 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Location: WHS Auditorium
Time: 6:30 pm
Performers: Wind Ensemble, Musical Theatre, Concert Choir, Jazz Band
* Band Boosters Spaghetti Dinner at 5:00 p.m. in the WHS cafeteria.
$5.00 per dinner, children 2 years old & younger eat free
* WHS Musical Theatre presents "The Wishing Tree"
Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Time: 12:40 - 1:35 p.m. (second lunch)
* WHS Concert Choir sings for residents of the Stanley House
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2019
Time: 11:00 a.m.
* WHS Concert Choir participates in the Defuniak Springs Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019
Time: 1:00 p.m.
* WHS Vocal Ensemble sings for Kiwanis Luncheon
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Time: 11:45 a.m.
We would love to see you come out and support our talented and dedicated students!
Bay Pre-K Introduces TOY and ESPOY!
December 9, 2019
Bay School is very proud to introduce their Teacher Of The Year, Sara Beth Thigpen(Pre-K Teacher), and their ESP of the year, Kelly Woodworth (Bookkeeper/MIS).
Congratulations and keep up the great job!
SWHS Football Team Hosts Toy Drive for ECCAC!
December 9, 2019
The South Walton football team held a toy drive for the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center. They gathered toys for the tweeners and delivered them last week. #GivingBack #ServingOthers #BuildingGoodCitizens #Character
FES Announces TOY and ESPOY!
December 9, 2019
Freeport Elementary proudly presents our teacher of the year, Mr. Benjamin Watson and our educational support professional of the year, Mr. Jeffrey Powell. These men are an incredible addition to our Freeport family. They go above and beyond to serve our students and are amazing team members.
Dune Lakes Elementary Announces TOY and ESPOY!
December 9, 2019
Please join me in congratulating Julie Perk as our Teacher of the Year and Dawn Rader who is our Education Support Person of the Year!
Mrs. Perk has taught 11 years in public schools and 8 years of lead teacher in full day preschool makes 19 years in preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade - primary education is her passion! She currently serves as our first grade lead teacher, chairperson of the Literacy Committee, and captain of the Lego League.
Ms. Dawn Rader has served as an instructional aide at Bay Elementary and now Dune Lakes Elementary for a total of 21 years! She knows Tyner Phonics like a PRO! Her heart shines in all that she does and always with a smile.
ECMS Announces TOY and ESPOY!
December 9, 2019
Emerald Coast Middle School is proud to announce their Teacher of the Year, Ms. Jeannine Abadie and their Educational Support Professional, Mr. Ken Lawson. Congratulations and thank you for all you do for ECMS!
DLE Christmas Performance at Gulf Place
December 8, 2019
Sandpiper Singers from Dune Lakes Elementary performed “Shiver and Shake,” “Red Bird,” “Santa What a Guy,” and “Oh Come All Ye Faithful.” The compilation was written and arranged by Teresa Jennings at the event, “Christmas at the Beach” in Gulf Place on Saturday, December 7. Sandpiper Singers also combined with the Van R. Butler Orff Ensemble to perform “Christmas Time is Here,” “Jingle Bells,” “Silent Night,” and “Felíz Navidad!”
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 in the historic Walton County Heritage Museum in the former Louisville & Nashville Railroad Depot in DeFuniak Springs, Florida. Superintendent A. Russell Hughes shares important upcoming dates, and a brief overview of some exciting new projects and collaborations in the district. Special guest for this month is Mrs. Donna Simmons, our newly appointed principal at Freeport High School!