COVID-19 Update March 27, 2020

We hope you can watch our newly released video message.  Superintendent A. Russell Hughes, along with his district office staff, would like to dedicate this message to all Walton County School District students, parents, and employees.  The video serves as a special thank you to parents, who are the rock stars of our first ever At-Home Learning model.  We could not have done this week without you, and we appreciate you!  We also miss our students and employees dearly and all of you are in our hearts and minds as we navigate these uncharted waters TOGETHER.

Before we get to academics, we must give a big thank you to our extraordinary bus drivers and food service workers.  Because of you, along with district and school teams, the WCSD is feeding approximately 1,500 children, a total of 3,000 meals, on a daily basis.  Due to this response, we will continue to provide meals for children ages 1 to 18 at our five school sites and on bus routes throughout Walton County.  We also want to thank our partners, the Florida Department of Agriculture, Food for Thought, The Matrix, and numerous restaurants and organizations throughout Walton County. 

We do have two changes that are coming Monday, March 30^th in regards to food distribution.  First, food pick up at our five sites (Paxton, Mossy Head, Maude Saunders Elementary, Walton Middle, and Freeport High School) will now be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Also, there has been small changes to our bus routes, which were posted yesterday.  These changes include lengthening stop times and adding additional stops. 

Looking at academics, we want to thank and recognize our parents who have started WCSD’s At-Home Learning plan.  We have heard from so many of you, and we appreciate your dedication to your children and your positive attitudes.  We can see our students logging on daily to Class Link and their success in our many online platforms, such as Compass Learning, Study Island, Khan Academy, and more, which we are now so grateful to have had in place. 

As we are transferring instruction back to schools, please visit your school’s website.  Each individual campus will post their own At-Home Learning Calendar for the week of March 30^th.  Many of the schools’ plans may mirror our initial At-Home Learning Calendar as we are using parents’ feedback from this week.  Many of you have said you appreciate straight forward and clear directions as you embark on this new journey. 

Parents, we have mailed report cards home, so you can view your child’s grades for the third nine weeks, which reflects work prior to Spring Break.  Please expect report cards on Monday.  Teachers will also begin to reach out to you regarding how we will capture your child’s work during our At Home Learning model.

We also want to welcome back our teachers and staff at schools next week; however, as we continue to keep our employees safe, we may work in a variety of different settings and times in order to follow CDC guidelines.  Parents, as teachers return, you will start to see them reach out to you via phone or other technology.  When we reach out, please let us know any individual questions or concerns you may have.  This can include technology help, curriculum clarifications, and content questions.  Your school’s administration will also be available as school offices will be open Monday through Friday during your school’s typical hours.  Please contact your individual school for questions and concerns.  You can also submit a question via any school or district webpage.  We are here to help you and your child!

As a final note, we just want to say thank you again to students, parents, employees, and the entire Walton County community.  We have received well wishes and positive messages from so many groups and individuals, and it is appreciated more than you know.  We are so blessed to be a part of such a strong community that values education!  Please continue to stay safe, and thank you!

Link to Superintendent Hughes' Message to Students, Families and Teachers! 

Please see our revised bus route list for food distribution and Paper Portfolios.  Many bus stops have remained the same; however, some times have been changed and a few new stops have been added.  These changes take place Friday, March 27^th.  We continue to work to make our food distribution routes as smooth as possible.  Thank you!

Actualización de COVID-19 - 26 de marzo de 2020

Consulte nuestra nueva ruta de autobuses para la distribución de alimentos y las carpetas con materiales. Muchas paradas de autobús han permanecido igual; sin embargo, algunas se han cambiado y se han agregado algunas paradas nuevas. Estos cambios ocurrirán el viernes 27 de marzo. Continuamos trabajando para que nuestras rutas de distribución de alimentos sean lo más fluidas posible. ¡Gracias!

You can access a printable copy of the schedule by clicking here

With schools being closed in the following weeks, today, some of our teachers decided to drive around the community in a long caravan to see their students. The teachers traveled 90+ miles to wave and honk their horns at students and their families in the Paxton community, Flowersview, New Harmony, Gaskin, and Darlington. They saw many smiling faces along the way and a few signs expressing love and appreciation. The caravan was the teachers' way of showing the students they were missed during this time when social distancing is crucial. On behalf of Paxton teachers and staff: Students, we love and miss you. We will see you soon.