WMS Students Attend "Super Science Circus"
March 6, 2015
Walton Middle School's 7th grade advanced science students attend the "Super Science Circus" held at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center.
South Walton High School and Walton High School youth leadership students were provided the opportunity to present their ideas for new businesses at a recent "Power of Business" luncheon sponsored by the Walton County Chamber of Commerce.
The following SWHS students presented their business ideas to the Chamber: Amy Broadt, Parker Ewing, Nick Glover, Jenna Kotowske, Mark Mayers, Jamie Riego, and Mitchell Voas.
The following WHS students presented their business idea to the Chamber: Melanie Anderson, Cayla Barrineau, Atha Collinsworth, Laura Hydle, Brent Moore, and Kaylyn Rhodes.
Sunshine State Scholars recognizes the academic achievements of the top 11th grade students representing every district in Florida. Freeport High School junior, Cody Autrey, is the Walton County 2014-2015 Sunshine State Scholar. Congratulations Cody!
Pictured left to right: Cody Autrey and FMS 8th grade Science Teacher, Daniel Appel.
Kayla Jackson wins DAR Speech Contest
March 4, 2015
Walton High School’s Kayla Jackson is the winner of the Daughters of the American Revolution(DAR) speech contest.
FMS Art Student Wins 3rd Place!
March 4, 2015
Congratulations to Freeport Middle School student Abigail Campbell! She won 3rd place in the 5th grade NWFSC “Picture the Music” art contest! Way to go!
ECMS Students Excel in History Bee Regional Finals
February 27, 2015
History Team members participating in the Regional Finals of the National History Bee in Baton Rouge were:
- Sydney Eby
- Rachel McCann
- Eric Plunk
- Maddox Rhea
- Emma Sewell
- Nick Sirmans
- Cooper Weakly
Eric Plunk, Maddox Rhea, Nick Sirmans and Cooper Weakly advanced to the next round and will compete in the National Finals in Louisville, Kentucky in May.
Eric Plunk, Nick Sirmans and Cooper Weakly medaled by placing in the top ten.
And finally, ECMS’s own Nick Sirmans took first place overall in the regional tournament.
Way to go ECMS history team!!
ECMS Regional Science Fair Winners
February 26, 2015
ECMS Regional Science Fair winners pictured from left to right: Nasim Razavi, Chloe St. Aubin, Sofia Papagni, Logan Petty, Connor Harris and Mrs. Parker
Below are their awards:
Nasim Razavi : Honorable Mention in Medicine and Health
Sophia Papagni: 3rd Place in Biochemistry
Connor Harris: 3rd Place in Engineering
Chloe St. Aubin: 3rd Place in Environmental Science
Logan Petty who earned:
- 2nd Place in Environmental Science
- A state bid, where he will represent Walton county in Lakeland, Florida
- The Broadcom Masters Award where he will represent Walton County in a national competition
ECMS Student Wins Scholastic Writing Contest
February 26, 2015
5th grader Brandon Specht was chosen as a winner of the Scholastic Storyworks magazine writing contest for the Nov/Dec issue. Brandon wrote an article explaining why the mantis shrimp would make an awesome super villain! Way to go, Brandon!
Professional Development Department Adopts New Logo
February 25, 2015
The WCSD Professional Learning Department recently adopted a new logo that encompasses the preferred professional learning cycle for the district.
MHS K-Kids Collect Pop Tabs for the Ronald McDonald House
February 25, 2015
“Mossy Head School’s K-Kids have been collecting pop-tabs all year long. The K-Kids collected 69,605 pop tabs, which weighed 65 pounds. The tabs were donated to help the Ronald McDonald house.”