WDE 4th graders are studying the different types of text structures. In class today, the students were placed in groups and each group was assigned a text structure. The group then had to teach the class about their text structure. Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
On Thursday, October 5th the Van R. Butler Chorus visited Grand Blvd. Health and Rehab in Miramar Beach. They sang Patriotic, Fall, and Spooky Music for the residents. It really brightened the resident's day, and the young musicians!! Following the performances, the group enjoyed a fun picnic lunch!
submitted by Rebecca Austin and Keitha Bledsoe
4th Grade students at WDE have been studying the state of Florida. They have learned the location of the three regions in Florida along with the location of major cities, and tourists attractions. Students had a great time decorating a state cookie and identify these locations on their cookie as their final project for this unit. Students then enjoyed eating their state of Florida cookie. Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
Mrs. Cook's third grade class at Mossy Head School enjoyed learning about phases of the moon by using Oreo cookies! Submitted by Elizabeth Gaither.
Students at Freeport Middle School will be joining schools all across the Walton County School District as we participate in Pacer.org's National Campaign Against Bullying. Students will show support with multiple activities throughout the week designed to help students become more aware of the bullying issue, and develop ways to unite for kindness, acceptance and inclusion.
This Weeks Activities will Include:
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Monday, October 23 |
ELA Classes |
Bullying 101: Guide for Middle & High School Students / Questioning/ Videos http://www.pacer.org/bullying/classroom/middle-highschool/mh-discussion-monday.asp |
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Tuesday, October 24 |
Math Classes |
Bullying Statistics: http://www.pacer.org/bullying/resources/stats.asp - Graphs/word problems |
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Wednesday, October 25 |
Science Classes |
Run, Walk, Roll Against Bullying at the football field – Heart rate / burning calories |
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Thursday, October 26th |
Social Studies Classes |
Introduce Take Action Against Bullying Plan to students |
submitted by Sharie Smith
Mrs. Walker’s first grade class at West DeFuniak Elementary used their bowling skills to improve their subtraction game. Students started with 10, then subtracted the pins that were knocked over to find the difference. Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
The South Walton Fire Department came to school yesterday and taught all HOPE students about CPR techniques. Pictured: Matthew Trawick. Submitted by Barbara Stratton.
Welcome to the MSE Pumpkin Patch! These awesome pumpkins were decorated by our MSE students and families! Submitted by Krisy Spence.
South Walton High School’s Volleyball team traveled to Pensacola Catholic last night and won the District Championship in an exciting 5-set match. Submitted by Barbara Stratton.
WHS students and staff wore pink on October 19 to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to honor those fighting the disease. And the football field was covered in pink at the Powder Puff game that afternoon. Submitted by Christy English.
