Tropicana Speech Winners
December 2, 2014
5th grade:
1st place Gaines Marshall
2nd place McCaid Paul
3rd place Billie Hall
4th grade:
1st place Mackenzie Campbell
2nd place Hannah Shoaf
3rd place Will Morris
VRB Announces Tropicana Speech Contest Winners
November 21, 2014
Van R. Butler Elementary is proud to announce the winners of the 2014 Tropicana Speech Contest!
First Place: Jessica Czarnecki
Second Place: Laurel Blazer
Third Place: Reagan Sibley
Photograph (L-R) above with speech judges and Principal Mrs. Smith: Mrs. Debbie Blount, Jessica Czarnecki, Mr. Jeff Infinger, Laurel Blazer, Tammy Smith, Reagan Sibley, and Mr. Jonathan D'Avignon
VRB Veterans Day Program
November 21, 2014
Van R. Butler Elementary School proudly hosted a Veterans Day program on Monday, November 10th that truly honored those who have served and continue to serve our country. "This year we had more veterans participate than ever before," said Principal Tammy Smith. "It was an honor to see our little ones sing 'America the Beautiful' and applaud those who have and still serve our country." Students sang, waved flags, and applauded veterans from all branches of the military. Special thanks to the Butler Student Council, Mrs. Heidi Morgan, Mrs. Rebecca Stuart, and Mrs. Rebecca Austin for organizing such a wonderful program
New School Board Members
November 21, 2014
The newly elected Walton County School Board Members were officially sworn in on Tuesday, November 18th. Jason Catalano was sworn in to fill School Board Seat 5; Kim Kirby, School Board Seat 2; and Bill Eddins Jr., School Board Seat 3.
Pictured Left to Right: Jason Catalano, Kim Kirby, Superintendent Carlene Anderson, and Bill Eddins Jr.
Voice of Democracy Winners
November 20, 2014
The Walton County School District’s Youth Leader classes recently participated in the annual Veteran of Foreign Wars’ (VFW) Voice of Democracy essay contest. Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the VFW’s premier scholarship program with over $2.1 million in scholarships and incentives being awarded each year. Students compete by writing and recording a 3 to 5 minute audio essay on a patriotic theme. This year’s theme was, Why Veterans are Important to our Nation’s History and Future.
This year over 30 Youth Leadership students submitted entries. The VFW recognized the top 5 students at the November 18th School Board Meeting by presenting them with monetary awards. The essays of the top 3 winners will be sent to the VFW district contest.
Pictured from left to right: WHS student Wendy Duncan; WHS student Laura Hydle; 1st place winner, FHS student Madysen Jones; 2nd place winner, WHS student Kayla Jackson. Not pictured: 3rd place winner, FHS student Anna Sefo.
Qualified for the Class 2A Girls Cross Country Championship
November 19, 2014
For the first time ever, two Seahawk girls qualified individually for the Class 2A State Girls Cross Country Championships, to be held November 15th at the Florida State University course in Tallahassee. Maddie Fulmer finished 5th (19:04) and Ally Woodard 13th (20:29) at the Region 1-2A meet in Pensacola to qualify for state. The Seahawk girls had a successful season, winning the County Championship, finishing 2nd at district, its highest district finish ever, and placing seventh at regionals, one spot from qualifying for the 2A state meet as a team.
Third Grade Students Meet AR Goal
November 19, 2014
Third Grade students at West DeFuniak Elementary met their AR goal this nine weeks. Each student had to earn 15 or more points and maintain an 85 average. They were surprised with icecream and free time outside. Way to go Third Graders!
Mr. Greg Sauer visits Freeport Middle School.
November 4, 2014
The 5th period Art students, grades 6th-7th, had a great experience today at Freeport Middle School. Mr. Greg Sauer from FSU played the cello for all of us to hear. This visit is a part of our "Music in Pictures" project sponsored by the Rosemary Beach Foundation. The students practiced visualizing sound with imagery, colors, and feelings. Fun was had by all!
WMS Miss Warrior
November 4, 2014
Saturday October 11, 2014 Walton Middle School held the annual Miss Warrior Contest. It took place at the Walton Middle School Auditorium at 2:00. The winners consisted of Viewer’s Choice for the Escort, Viewer’s Choice in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade, along with Miss Photogenic in all three grade levels and finally 2nd runner-up, 1st runner-up, and Miss Warrior in all three grade levels. Congratulations to all the winners.
Pictured (Escort Winner)
Michael Kent
Pictured (8th grade)
L to R
Annabelle Adkinson Photogenic and 1st Runner-up, Cora Daniels Viewer’s Choice and 8th Grade Miss Warrior, Maryann Thornton 2nd Runner-up
Pictured (7th grade)
L to R
Alexia Hinote 1st Runner-up, Caslyn Cole Viewer’s Choice, Photogenic, and 7th Grade Miss Warrior, Madison Sutton 2nd Runner-up
Pictured (6th grade)
Myranda McLendon 1st Runner-up, Annabelle Smith Photogenic and 6th Grade Miss Warrior, Stephanie Farrow 2nd Runner-up, Savana Howell Viewer’s Choice
Superhero Day
November 4, 2014
Paxton, Fla.--Get your run or walk on and help send deserving students to college at the first annual Jingle Bell 5K to be held at Paxton School Saturday, December 6. The “cross country” style run/walk will begin at 9 a.m. and will include prizes for first place in each run and walk age category.
In addition, kick the season off right by wearing a “jingle bell” themed costume to be entered for a chance to win prizes for the top three costumes. The cost for entry is $25, with all proceeds going to benefit scholarships for members of the school’s AVID program, a unique program designed to help prepare all students for college readiness. The first 50 participants registered will receive a free t-shirt.
Participants may pre-register for the event at www.active.com. Registration forms are also available for pick-up at Paxton School, Dr. Chuck Stevenson’s office in DeFuniak Springs, FL or at Ranch House in Florala, Alabama.