In support of National Unity Day, the Walton County School District joined emeraldcoastkids.org’s WEAR ORANGE for #UnityDay2017. Students from all over the district wore orange on October 25th, and participated in activities throughout the month to help raise awareness of the serious issue of bullying. Activities emphasized the importance of kindness, acceptance, inclusion and the need for unity. 
Superintendent Russell Hughes and the district office administration and staff all wore orange for the event, and gathered together to show their support for the anti-bullying cause! 

submitted by Keitha Bledsoe

Maude Saunders theme this year is “Teamwork Sparks Success”.  Our family literacy night on October 19^th saw teams of parents, grandparents, students, teachers, staff, and community members come together for fun literacy activities. Each grade level provided various sports-themed games that taught literacy skills.   Thank you to everyone who has joined our TEAM! Submitted by Krisy Spence.

On Thursday, October 5^th 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

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.