The class of 2031, from WISE Pre-K, visited Maude Saunders today to get a preview of Kindergarten. Current Kindergarten students assisted them as they completed their very first kindergarten assignment. Submitted by Krisy Spence.
Students in Walton County have been working all year to prepare for their Algebra EOCs with the help of their teachers and utilizing a program called Math Nation. With their test dates just days away, “study experts” Darnell and Chelsea from Math Nation dropped by our secondary schools to encourage students to do their best. Students have been utilizing videos made by both Chelsea and Darnell in preparation for the EOCs. A visit from them truly brought their videos to life.
Building on the extraordinary success of Algebra Nation, the University of Florida Lastinger Center teamed with Study Edge, a local educational technology company in Gainesville, to create Math Nation.
Math Nation provides an effective, easy, and FREE way for teachers and students to prepare for the End-of-Course exams year-round. MATH NATION has PreAlgebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 videos aligned with the Mathematics Florida Standards (with more courses coming soon). There is also an adaptive On-Ramp to Algebra Tool, so students can review fundamental skills necessary for success in Algebra 1, like performing arithmetic with fractions.
Funded by the Florida Legislature, Math Nation is a comprehensive online teaching and learning system designed to help students improve their conceptual and procedural understandings of mathematics. Developed with cutting-edge technology and supported by mathematics education research, Math Nation advances student learning through a series of interactive and informative web-based programs.
At any time of day, Florida students have free, unlimited access to adaptive diagnostic assessments with individualized remediation pathways, research-based content and videos that are engaging and standards-aligned, and opportunities for collaboration with students and math experts across the state.
As a starting point in Math Nation, students in middle school grades and algebra courses can navigate at their own pace through the On-Ramp to Algebra Tool. This adaptive diagnostic program provides support and remediation on concepts and skills that are foundational and critical for students’ success in Algebra 1. Additionally, students in Geometry and Algebra 2 have any-time access to tutorial videos, study experts, peer support through the Math Walls, and assessments to prepare for the state End-of-Course exams.
Submitted by Lauren Moore/Keitha Bledsoe
The 2nd grade Maude Saunders Elementary A.C.E. (Acknowledging Childrens' Efforts) group recognized all veterans in their efforts to raise donations for the Jeans for Troops on May 4th. This group with the help of the MSE staff raised over $200.00 for this great cause! Submitted by Krisy Spence.
FHS AP Human Geography take advantage of a beautiful day to make chalk drawings of the important models and theories in human geography. Students drew their models and then explained them to the class. Submitted by Patty Woodard.
Freeport High School Concert Band Earns Highest Rating Ever at State Concert Assessment!
May 8, 2018
Congratulations to the members of the 2018 Freeport Concert Band for their outstanding performance at the State Concert Festival this year! On Tuesday, May 1st, the Freeport High School Concert Band performed at the FBA Northwest State Concert Music Performance Assessment. The Freeport Band earned Straight Excellent ratings for their concert performance. The band’s concert selections were “Genius” (Harold Bennett), “Celtic Echoes” (Larry Clark), and “Farandole” (Bizet/Clark).
The “Straight Excellent Rating” earned by the Freeport Concert Band this year is the highest score a Freeport Band has ever earned at a State Concert MPA! Congratulations to the 2018 Freeport Concert Band for their outstanding performance!
Submitted by Michael Miller
WHS Hosts 1st Annual College Signing Day
May 8, 2018
Walton High's 1st annual College Signing Day was held on Friday, May 4, 2018, and was a huge success! Seniors that were accepted by a college/university/technical college or have enlisted in the military were recognized. We are so proud of our Braves! Submitted by Christy English.
Congratulations to WHS students JB Baker and Eyin Cole for their accomplishments in the 110-meter hurdles at the state track & field meet! JB finished 13th overall, and Eyin finished 4th overall in the state competition.
Way to go, JB & Eyin!
Submitted by Christy English
Walton In"10"sity Magnet School students use math skills to create a school quilt. To quote Richard W. Riley, former Secretary of Education, "Arts Education is essential to the complete education for the whole child." Submitted by Lisa Pitts.
FES Pilots WatchD.O.G. Dads Program
May 7, 2018
FES is piloting a new program this spring and will fully implement it next year. WatchD.O.G. Dads (Dads of Great Students)is a program designed to get fathers involved in the school as another set of eyes and hands. Dads are encouraged to volunteer one day during the year to assist with activities and events and in the classroom to encourage education and to provide positive role models for the students. We look forward to fully implementing the program next year.
Pictured above is our first dad-Chris Moore with his son.
Submitted by Nancy Currie
WMS AVID Students Appreciate Their Teachers
May 7, 2018
During Teacher Appreciation Week, Mr. Dennie Smith’s eighth grade AVID students expressed heartfelt gratitude for teachers who have gone above and beyond for them at WMS. All good teachers know that teaching is a calling, not just a profession. It warms their hearts when students recognize their sacrifices and commitments as they pour into the future. Thank you, AVID students!
Submitted by Kristen Nelson