FHS Juniors Receive Lessons on Team Work from Marine Recruiters
February 7, 2019
Freeport High School's Juniors learning the importance of family and working as a team with Marine recruiters, GySgt Neal and Pvt Perry. Submitted by Patty Woodard
SWHS Student Received Digital Information Technology Certification
February 7, 2019
Congratulations to Jessie Miller, South Walton High School, for her successful completion of the Digital Information Technology Certification!
Jessie is pictured here with South Walton High School's Technology instructor, Richard Komando.
Submitted by Barbara Stratton
Paxton Students Win Awards at Regional Science Fair!
February 6, 2019
Congratulations to Emily Wilson and Tabitha Snow for receiving 2 awards at the regional science fair. They took fourth place in the chemistry category and recieved first place in a special award in Chemistry from Dr. Alice and Lois Fay.
Submitted by Kalli McMillan
Pre-K Student Displays Pride, Passion and Purpose at Paxton!
February 6, 2019
A few weeks ago at Paxton, with bad weather fast approaching, it was time for the flags at the front of the school to come down. One of the schools SROs, Officer Shover, had a little help folding them up from PreK student Esaias Brinson. Esaias demonstrating some EPIC PAXTON PRIDE by offering a helping hand when needed. Way to demonstrate your PRIDE, PASSION, and PURPOSE, Esaias!
Submitted by Kalli McMillan
Mrs. Allen's PreK Enjoyed Pizza and a Visit from a Little Red Hen!
February 6, 2019
After reading Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza, Mrs. Allen's PreK class got to make their own pizzas in class. Not only that, school custodian Mr. Dale, brought in his own little red hen for the class to meet. The PreK had a great time playing with the chicken and chowing down on pizza.
Submitted by Kalli McMillan
Mrs. Lewis, Freeport Elementary Principal; Mrs. Neal, Paxton Principal; Mrs. Davenport, and Ms. Campbell represented Walton County at the Instructional Leadership Team Academy Conference in Orlando. They participated in a standards rich training in ELA and Math. They created an instructional vision for their schools, and set goals for Paxton and Freeport Elementary.
Submitted by Laurie Campbell
National School Counseling Week February 4th - 8th
February 5, 2019
National School Counseling Week is Feb. 4–8, 2019. It's a perfect time to recognize the work of 100K+ school counselors across the nation! Have you thanked your counselor lately? Take a moment and stop by to let them know how much they are appreciated. Submitted by Donna Honish.
Van R. Butler Appreciates their School Resource Officers!
February 4, 2019
WMS Hosts "Hearts for the Arts" Title 1 Parent Training Night, February 7th, 6-8 p.m.
February 4, 2019
WMS Hosts "Hearts for the Arts" Title 1 Parent Training Night--Thursday, February 7th, 6-8 p.m.
Walton Middle School invites all students and their families to attend "Hearts for the Arts" Title 1 Parent Training Night this Thursday, February 7, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The evening will kick-off in the cafeteria with FREE pizza. During dinner, families will have the opportunity to enjoy a slideshow of creative artwork by Mrs. Grant's art students. After eating, parents and students will rotate through three literacy-themed stations, focusing on literature studied in ELA classes, eBooks available in the LMC, the Dave & Buster's school-wide reading challenge, and opportunities to practice FSA and EOC online assessments. At this time, parents will also have the opportunity to offer meaningful insights about our school by completing our annual parent climate survey. Childcare will also be available for toddler and school-aged children. Please make time this week to celebrate literacy and the arts with Walton Middle School!
Superintendent A. Russell Hughes' Monthly Update for February 2019
February 4, 2019
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 recorded at Mossy Head Elementary School, the home of the newly selected Walton County School District Teacher of the Year, Meredith Ness. Superintendent Hughes shares information about upcoming events during the month of February, as well as important dates and recognitions!