Freeport Middle School’s Agriculture Club makes Orange Marmalade from local citrus. Each club member took home a jar for Mother’s Day and shared a jar with their favorite teacher for Teacher Appreciation Week. Submitted by Chelsea Ellison
Van R. Butler Elementary students recently participated in a bicycle and pedestrian safety lesson as an outgrowth of the University of Florida - FL Safe Routes to School training our district offered to Elementary PE Teachers. They had a great day of learning how to stay safe on bikes and when walking to and from school.
They followed up with approximately 100 students participating in a school "Bike to School Day". Safe Routes to School trainer, Caitlin Cerame, was present and lead a group bike ride to school from Topsail State Park. It was a great day of safe bicycle riding!
This year our First Grade Lego League Teams have worked tirelessly to prepare for our end of the year Expo. Here at the Expo these students shared what this year meant to them, as well as valuable lessons they learned about teamwork, collaboration, and engineering. Throughout this year these students have excelled and have embodied what it means to work hard and work together.
LEGO League Team members: Cole Davis, Abigail Simmons, Landry Ingle, Aaron Grace Hicks, Zane May, Jocelyn Reese, Bryson Parker, Camilla Harris, Rhett Durden, Sera Beck, Allison Mayhue, Jada McBride
Submitted by Jessica Dawkins
MHS was happy to welcome back former students who are graduating from WHS this year. Students lined the halls as the returning Seniors walked through the school. We were so excited these students wanted to come "home" and show us what they have accomplished. Submitted by Elizabeth Gaither
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 always, “study experts” Darnell and Chelsea from Math Nation dropped by some of 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. Submitted by Lauren Moore
“MSE’s Got Talent”
Each year, MSE showcases the many talents of our students by allowing them to perform on the morning show the last month of school. The entire school enjoys seeing gymnasts, comedians, magicians, musicians, athletes, singers, and more, perform each day. Every child in the school has the opportunity to sign up and perform for their peers. Submitted by Krisy Spence
WHS Seniors visited Maude Saunders today to reminisce about their “Little Warrior” days and walk the halls as an inspiration to our current students. This annual tradition always brings a lot of smiles, and a few tears, as we watch our former students reach this milestone. We wish each and every one of them the best of luck!
Congratulations to Walton County School Board Member Marsha Winegarner upon receiving recognition for completion of the Certified Board Member Program. Ms. Winegarner received a special plaque at the May 7th school board meeting presented by Tina Pinkoson, Director of Leadership Services for the Florida School Board Association.
The CBM distinction is earned by completing a minimum of 96 hours of voluntary professional development designed specifically for Board members addressing topics from a policy leader’s perspective.
Ms. Pinkoson stated that the award “validates that your School Board members care about the students, and care about the job they have taken on!”
Congratulations, Ms Winegarner, on this award, and thank you for your dedication and commitment to the children of Walton County!
