Over 400 students and parents enjoyed a "Frozen" themed Family Math Night at Butler Elementary. Students visited a multitude of math themed stations and were rewarded for their hard work (and fun) with ice cream sundaes! Submitted by Tammy Smith.
At Paxton High School, the elementary celebrated Veteran's Day with a program for all elementary students, teachers, and the families of the students. One student in particular, Kaden Graham, celebrated with his family of veterans. Kaden's family holds Veteren's Day with great importance and understands the sacrifice of military families. Kaden's grandfather, a veteran, expressed his appreciation for the Veteran's Day program. Kaden's father was unable to attend the program, as he is currently serving his 7th deployment. In honor of his father, Kaden wore his father's jacket and carried a picture of his dad. Kaden and his family can be seen in the attached picture. Submitted by Kalli McMillan
Congratulations to the PHS Teachers and ESP of the Year. As seen in the attached picture (from left to right), Sheryl Evans (4th grade) was awarded the Elementary Teacher of the Year. Dakota Cassidy was awarded ESP of the Year and Brande Manning (high school science) was awarded High School Teacher of the Year. We appreciate and congratulate these deserving members of the PHS team. Submitted by Kalli McMillan.
On November 16, 2016 second grade students at West Defuniak Elementary enjoyed learning about Native Americans from Ms. Sylvia Glover. Ms. Glover is from Westville, Florida. She collects Native American artifacts such as arrowheads, pottery, deerskin blankets, and other various tools from this era. She explained to the students how the items were used by the Native Americans in everyday life. Students enjoyed holding and observing the artifacts. Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
WMS is proud to announce the ESP of the Year, Ms.Joy Smith, and Teacher of the Year, Ms. Greer Harvell. Submitted by Kamber Rafferty.
Congratulations to Walton Middle School's Tropicana Speech Winners:
1st Place: Mackenzie Campbell
2nd Place: Gage Galloway
3rd Place: Jaden Stevenson
6th grade Language Arts teachers: Brooke Carter and Alex Rhodes.
Submitted by Kamber Rafferty
Congratulations to BES Kindergarten Classes and Mrs. Liza Snyder for their win at this year’s Annual Flutterby Poster Contest. Their collaborative project WON!!!! Submitted by Cindy Stewart.
Mrs. Carlene Anderson, Superintendent of Walton County Schools attends last board meeting and is presented with a commemorative vase by the Walton County School Board in appreciation for her years of service. Mrs. Anderson's biography follows.
Carlene Anderson is Superintendent of Schools in the Walton County School District. Her educational career spans 41 years in Walton County beginning as a teacher aide and continuing as a paraprofessional, teacher, assistant principal, principal and now in her tenth year as Superintendent of Schools. Her certifications include Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Middle School Math Education, School Principal, and Florida Association of District Schools Superintendent’s certification. Her educational background includes an Associate of Arts from the University of Southern Mississippi, a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education and Masters of Educational Leadership all from the University of West Florida. While serving as a principal in Walton County, she was awarded the Commissioner of Education’s Region I Principal Achievement Award for outstanding Educational Leadership. She currently serves on the Panhandle Area Education Board of Directors, Florida School Labor Relations Committee, the Florida Association of District School Superintendents Board of Directors, and the Commissioner of Education’s Leadership Policy Advisory Committee. Under her leadership, Walton County achieved seven consecutive years of High Performing School District status.
In her third elected term of office, Superintendent Anderson truly understands and embraces the small district environment and the unique qualities and challenges they face.
Walton County School District thanks you, Mrs. Anderson, for your years of dedicated service to our students, parents, faculty and staff.
