Congratulations to these WON-ONE Award recipients from Mossy Head School! Mrs. Hannah Rice, first grade teacher, and Ms. Samantha Scott, kindergarten teacher. We are so blessed to have passionate and dedicated teachers in the Walton County School District who dedicate their lives to elevating, inspiring, and shaping the students of Walton County.
Weather Update from the Walton County School District for tomorrow, Monday, May 13.
State and local officials have received the latest weather update which indicating that current forecasts and weather experts suggest the first round of storms are expected to arrive at approximately
9 am and last until 3 pm. This is a multi-state weather system. The school district has been advised that our biggest concern is rain with the possibility of scattered severe thunderstorms.
Schools will continue with their regular schedules tomorrow. Decisions regarding after-school and extra-curricular activities will be made tomorrow and communicated to parents as quickly as possible as information regarding additional rounds of storms becomes available. The weather is unpredictable and we appreciate your patience as keeping children safe is our number one priority!
From the Walton County School District
Buses are beginning their routes. Any absences today will be excused as we understand that some homes are without power or may have experienced damage.
Based on recent weather data from Walton County Emergency Management and local weather authorities, all Walton County Schools will have a three-hour delayed start on Friday, May 10th. Due to this delay, there will be no Pre-K at any school on Friday, May 10th.
The three-hour delay includes all students and employees. Bus schedules will also run on a three-hour delay. For example, if your student’s bus typically arrives at 7 am, their pick-up time will be 10 am. School dismissal times will run as normal and end-of-day transportation schedules will be unchanged.
Please stay connected with our website and social media outlets for the most up-to-date information. As always, safety is our number one priority. Everyone please stay safe!
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!
We want to hear from YOU! We have the best teachers in the country, and we know they would appreciate a shoutout from YOU! If you have a positive story or word of encouragement for one of our employees, use our LET'S TALK feature on the Walton County School District Homepage, or send a text and let's hear it!
Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Hawthorne attended the ribbon cutting of the new Santa Rosa Beach Walmart Wednesday morning. Dune Lakes Elementary Principal Brian Michie and new South Walton High School Principal Nina Borthwick were presented with donations to their schools. Thank you Walmart and welcome to Walton!
Congratulations to our recent Won-One winners from our Transportation Department! Way to go Ms. Brenda Jackson, bus driver, and Ms. Robbie Paul, bus aide!
Heather Stewart Named Among State Teacher of the Year Finalists
Check out the announcement on the Florida Department of Education website!
https://www.fldoe.org/newsroom/latest-news/walton-county-educator-named-a-2025-teacher-of-the-year-finalist.stml
Paxton School is starting Teacher Appreciation Week off in EPIC fashion with donuts from Annabel's Donuts! 🍩
The Walton County School District is an EPIC tapestry of individuals passionate about delivering a world-class education to students. Whether you want to be a teacher, bus driver, maintenance worker, or aide - There's a Place for You in the Walton County School District!
Congratulations to these recent Won-One Award recipients!
Kacy Bledsoe, Freeport Elementary School
Michael Kiehne, Freeport Elementary School
Christi Elmore, Paxton School
These teachers are recognized because they found that WON that ONE student and changed their lives!
May 6th -10th is National Teacher Appreciation Week! We know that our teachers are EPIC in Walton County! If you would like to give a shoutout to your favorite teacher, jump on Let's Talk and tell us about it! You can find the Let's Talk dialogue box on the homepage of our website! So head on over to www.walton.k12.fl.us, fill out the dialogue, and let our teachers know just how appreciated they truly are!
Future Farmers of America (FFA) is a valuable program in the Walton County School District that teaches students the skills necessary to pursue agriculturally oriented careers. For others, it's an opportunity to learn where our food comes from and how it makes it to the table or grocery shelf.
Superintendent A. Russell Hughes dropped by Walton Middle School's FFA Night last week to check in on these students! Mr. Odon Russell was recognized as the FFA Person of the Year for his over 40 years of mentorship and advisorship to FFA students.
Join the team of the #2 school district in Florida! Come to the Job Fair on May 14th and meet with District leadership. We have a wide array of positions available. There is a place for YOU in the Walton County School District!
Thank you to our principals for everything you do!
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The awards ceremony for the Music in Pictures - Rosemary Beach Foundation was held last night at Freeport High School. Superintendent A. Russell Hughes' commitment to preparing the whole child was on EPIC display! The event featured the artwork of students across Walton County. To set the tone, attendees were treated to a pre-program concert featuring a flute and clarinet duo as they entered the auditorium, and as they waited for the program to begin there was a slideshow featuring all the incredible art submitted this year. If you caught even a small glimpse of the artwork, you would know there is no doubt that we have some extraordinarily talented young artists in Walton County!
Thank you to the Rosemary Beach Foundation for putting on an event that incorporates art and music. The arts are an integral part of our society as the new global market values aesthetics equally with innovation. Thank you to all of the art teachers in Walton County for encouraging our students to explore their creativity. The ability to think creatively and "outside the box" will undoubtedly serve our students well as they continue their EPIC journey in the Walton County School District.
Talk about brilliant! FHS students presented their Capstone projects today and put on a display of careful, thoughtful, and innovative research. You may hear "Kids these days..." but in Walton County, the kids these days are doing EPIC things! Superintendent Hughes was on the edge of his seat the entire time and these scholars showcased their dedicated research.
Shark Tank 2024 was an EPIC success! Teams from each high school in the District presented the next big idea that could change the world! Congratulations to Freeport High School on being named the winner! The future of our county is in remarkably capable hands. You never know, one of these students just may end up being a shark of their own! Thank you to the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce, CHELCO, and the SanDestin Golf and Beach Resort for their support in making this event such a success!
