It's National School Counseling Week! Feb 6-10
February 3, 2023
Thank you to our school counselors Steve Noble and Ann Harris for "helping students dream big" and supporting the success and well-being of each indiviudual on campus.
Superintendent Hughes Shares February Update
February 3, 2023
Superintendent A. Russell Hughes shares his February 2023 Monthly Update. January was an incredible month for the Walton County School District. FLDOE released their graduation data ranking WCSD third in the state for student graduation rate. Walton County Schools boasted a 96.7% graduation rate - a 5% increase over the previous year - and a 20% increase since Superitendent Hughes took office. The Florida Policy Institute, a non-profit organization that uses data to inform policy reform, ranked YOUR Walton County School District NUMBER ONE in education in the ENTIRE state of Florida. WOW! Two students received nominations from Congressman Matt Gaetz for military academy acceptance and the District broke ground for the new Freeport Middle School and cut the ribbon on the Freeport Elementary School addition.
Click play to view the video or follow this link
https://youtu.be/tPiQUXt_kKI
Congratulations to Mrs. Hinojosa-WCSD Teacher of the Year!
January 30, 2023
SHE DID IT!
Shelly Hinojosa was named Waton County Teacher of the Year! Celebrating with Shelly are
Dr. Alexis Tibbetts, Lance Climer(outgoing WSCD Teacher of the Year), Barb Stratton, Stacie Canody(SWHS ESP of the Year), Shelly Hinojosa, Nina Borthwick, and Joan Kennett(previous WCSD Teacher of the Year). We are proud of you Mrs. Hinojosa!
Due to anticipated severe weather, all Walton County schools will have a delayed start time of two hours Wednesday morning, January 25th!
January 24, 2023
Due to anticipated severe weather, all Walton County schools will have a delayed start time of two hours Wednesday morning, January 25th. The two-hour delay includes all students and employees. Transportation will also be delayed by two hours. Release times will not change.
Based on data from Emergency Management and additional weather resources, severe thunderstorms are expected in Walton County in the early morning hours.
Absences will be excused if you choose to keep your child home. As always, safety is our number one priority. Please stay safe!
SWHS has 99% Graduation Rate for the 2021-2022 School Year!
January 17, 2023
SWHS is proud to announce a graduation rate of 99% for the 2021-2022 school year! This accomplishment reflects the deep commitment of all staff to prepare each student for success in college, career, and beyond!
Focus Parent Portal Updates - Media Center Notifications and Florida's Assessment of Student Thinking (F.A.S.T.) Results
January 10, 2023
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Superintendent's January Update
January 9, 2023
Superintendent Hughes shares his first update of the new year!
- January 5th - report cards go home
- January 16th - Schools/Offices closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- January 19th - Teacher/ESP of the Year Awards!
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https://youtu.be/K2fmVVDlK6k
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida!
January 4, 2023
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! 2023 is scheduled for the week of January 23-27, 2023.
The Just Read, Florida! office and the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), in partnership with other FDOE offices, the Walton County School District, state organizations and agencies, are planning the 15th annual statewide Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! 2023 events.
This year, our Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! theme is Take a Deep Dive Into Literacy – Splash Into New Worlds! With this theme in mind, we are encouraging all schools to participate in reading books to deepen students’ knowledge and support the New Worlds Reading Initiative program which provides high-quality, free books on a monthly basis to K-5 students performing below grade level to instill a love of reading. The New Worlds Reading Initiative FREE book delivery program was created to help K-5 students build at-home libraries and encourage a love for reading. For more info on eligibility, visit www.newworldsreading.com.
SWHS selects TOY and ESPOY!
December 6, 2022
South Walton High School recently recognized its Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Person of the Year. Shelly Hinojosa (TOY) and Stacie Canody (ESPOY) were selected to be honored by their peers for their dedicated work each day on behalf of students, staff, and community. Both of these ladies are an integral part of our staff and are worthy of recognition.
Congratulations
Drama Club showcases "One Act" plays
December 6, 2022
South Walton High School Drama Club recently put on a production of multiple "One Act' plays. Drama Club students selected pieces or wrote their own before they took to the stage and putting on a show for attendees. Fantastic work from our students and sponsor Brigette Harney!