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
WDE Students Learn that Math is in Science
October 23, 2017
Mrs. Callahan’s Class at West DeFuniak Elementary is learning to use scientific tools to solve mathematical problems by measuring mass, volume, length, and time. The students measured then took their calculations and rounded to the nearest ten. These scientists have discovered the importance of math in science! Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
WDE 4th Graders Learn About Text Structures
October 23, 2017
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.
Congratulations to FMS for their Participation in National Bullying Prevention Week!
October 23, 2017
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
WDE 1st Graders Using Bowling Skills to Learn Math
October 23, 2017
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.
SW Fire Department Assist SWHS Students with CPR Techniques
October 20, 2017
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!
October 20, 2017
Welcome to the MSE Pumpkin Patch! These awesome pumpkins were decorated by our MSE students and families! Submitted by Krisy Spence.
WHS Wears Pink To Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 20, 2017
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.
Paxton 2nd Graders Showing their Support for a Classmate
October 20, 2017
Mrs. McMillan's 2nd Grade Class Wishes Lauralei Bracewell Luck in the National Peanut Festival Pageant. Submitted by Kalli McMillan.