Last Day for Seniors at FHS.  They were so excited to finish exams, turn in books, say “See you Later” to teachers, administrators, staff, and Superintendent Hughes.  Under classmen were practicing for EOC’s, supporting Cole (athlete who signed with Weber College today), and thanking the Seniors for leading the way!  Talk about EPIC.  FHS had 100% of their 124 students signed up to take the Biology EOC today; now that’s EPIC, Commitment, Responsibility and out right Impressive!  Thanks teachers, students, parents, staff, and Administrators for showing such preparedness and commitment to finish STRONG!  EPIC is the WAY!  Thanks, Kaiden for giving the Superintendent a personal tour of the exceptional growth and work done in Agriculture since starting the program.  Evident by the sweet pepper picked from FHS’s Raised Garden.  Also, thanks for signing up to serve in the United States Marine Corp.  Go Dogs!!!!!

Students from Van R. Butler & Dune Lakes Elementary joined students from around Florida at the Florida Panhandle Regional Final of the International Academic Championship.  This event was held at Van R. Butler on April 30^th with students competing in the History Bee, Science Bee & Geography Bee.  Walton County was well-represented by all students and several students will move on to compete in the Finals in Orlando during the month of June.  Congratulations to all the competitors who are keeping it EPIC and here are the finalists:

Van R. Butler Finalists

History Bee National and International Finalist– Myryah Cline 

History Bee National Finalist– Bel Jackson 

Science Bee National Finalists - Rob Mitchell, Myryah Cline, Levi McClendon, and Michael Mitchell

Dune Lakes Elementary Finalists

History Bee National and International Finalist - Henry Smith

Science Bee National Finalists - Ruan Parker and Gracie Smith

Geography Bee National Finalists - Brooks Locke and Henry Smith

Good luck to all in the Finals!

Mrs. Jessica Anderson’s 5^th Grade Students reviewed in a not-so-traditional way, as they worked FSA review math problems independently. Each team chose a member to then compete in a Minute to Win It game. Some of the games included Bottle Flip, Cookie Challenge, and the Cotton Ball Scoop, just to name a few. Students were engaged and were eager to play the next round of games!

U.S. News Best High Schools Rankings

The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on nearly 24,000 public high schools in 50 states and the District of Columbia. Nearly 18,000 schools were ranked on six factors based on their performance on state assessments and how well they prepare students for college.  These factors include: Mathematics Proficiency, Reading Proficiency, Science Proficiency, Advanced Placement Enrollment, Advance Placement Proficiency, and Graduation Rate. 

Freeport High School, Paxton High School, South Walton High School, and Walton High School were all recognized as BEST High Schools by U.S. News and World Report.  We are proud of our high schools for their continued excellence and accolades to include again obtaining this recognition.  Thank you for all or your effort and hard work to make the Walton County School District great!  #EPIC 4wRd