District News

WCSD Teacher of the Year at FLDOE Round Table Gala!

July 31, 2018

Walton County School District Teacher of the Year, Joan Kennett from South Walton High School, attended the Summer Teacher of the Year Round Table Professional Learning Gala in July at the Omni Resort in Orlando.  During the 4 day conference that was filled with workshops, networking, leadership sessions,  and a huge formal Gala, Ms. Kennett had the opportunity to meet and collaborate with Florida Department of Education Chancellor Hershel Lyons, and Pam Stewart, Commissioner of Education.  

Walton County School District is so very proud of our Teacher of the Year, and look forward to hearing about all she learned and experienced at the conference!  You can access a video of the Gala evening event at https://www.facebook.com/EducationFL/videos/2463707160336700/?t=0

Submitted by Barbara Stratton

Summer VPK at Butler Elementary!

July 28, 2018

The Summer VPK program at Butler Elementary ended in star-studded style as students performed for their families and guests. These little Bears are ready to start kindergarten in just a few days! Submitted by Tammy Smith

WCSD Represents at National Advanced Placement Conference!

July 27, 2018

Walton County was represented at the National Advance Placement Conference this month in Houston, Texas. Crystal Appel was joined by South Walton High School's principal Dr. Alexis TIbbett, Dean of Students Carrie Chavers and AP Teacher Carrie Sneed. They were chosen to present on "Bringing Your a Game to AP" - a section educators attended to learn about the success South Walton has had with their AP enrollment and pass rates. Dr. Vivan Komando was also asked to present on AP Studio Art.

Submitted by Crystal Appel

Science Teachers Dig Deep at Science CAP and Instructional Materials Training

July 27, 2018

On July 23rd & 24th, Science Teachers in grades K-12 explored and dug deep into NGSSS Standards, new materials, labs, FLDOE resources and data.  They collaborated to develop grade level pacing guides and resources.
Our Science FCAT scores are increasing and we are excited for another great year in Science! Thank you to all of the teachers who attended! Your hard work is greatly appreciated! 
Submitted by Crystal Appel

WCSD Teachers Attend Intentional Questioning Workshop

July 27, 2018

ELA, History, Science and many other Secondary Teachers in grades 6-12 attended a standard and intentional questioning PD on July 25 and 26th. Teachers took a deep dive into their standards and progression of grade level standards in Day one. During day two, teachers generated questions to support depths of learning and knowledge.
Thank you all for attending this training. Our teachers and IP facilitators were amazing! 
Submitted by Crystal Appel

Project Based Learning Workshop at Magnet

July 26, 2018

In”10”sity Magnet Program teachers and administration gathered July 25th and 26th to collaborate and plan for a year of Project Based Learning.

Submitted by Lisa Pitts

FHS’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology Instructor, Ted Missildine, is Presented with the 2018 FLATE Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator-of-the-Year Award

July 17, 2018

On July 17, 2018, FHS’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology Instructor, Ted Missildine, was presented with the 2018 FLATE Distinguished Manufacturing Secondary Educator-of-the-Year Award in Orlando, Florida during the 52nd Annual FACTE (Florida Association of Career and Technical Educators) conference.  Mr. Tripp Hope, FHS Principal, (pictured on right) was also in attendance while Mr. Missildine received this prestigious award.

Nominees for the award must have demonstrated an impact on technology education at the local, state, and/or national level. This award represents FLATE’s (Florida Advanced Technological Education) commitment to support and recognize secondary faculty who make significant contributions to the education and training of today’s advanced manufacturing workforce.

Congratulations to Mr. Missildine and Freeport High School for this recognition.

Submitted by Donna Honish.

FLATE Award

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