Mossy Head 5th Graders had an amazing adventure as they participated in a SeaWorld Educational Sleepover February 15 and 16, 2019. Students got to sleep and wake next to amazing ocean animals, experience an educational seminar with SeaWorld staff, and enjoy a day exploring and learning in the park.
Submitted by Elizabeth Gaither
On January 22, WHS students in Ms. King's biology class learned how biotechnology is important in agriculture. Mr. Donnie Richardson shared how farming has changed over the years and how genetically-modified crops have allowed greater yields with less harm to the environment. Students also learned how technology has impacted the equipment used in farming. We thank Mr. Richardson for sharing so many details about an often-misunderstood topic!
Submitted by Christy English
Congratulations to District 1 - 1A Champions: Paxton Ladycats! The Ladycats and their coaches have worked so hard thus far this season. The entire Paxton family would like to wish the girls good luck in the Regional Semifinals tonight!
Pictured: Back Row (L to R) - Bookkeeper Laurie Gilbert, Assist. Coach Kim Corbett, Cadence Perez, Olivia Carson, Mya Young, Maddie Varnum, Ashlyn Hall, Cassie Varnum, Jordyn Bradley, Megan Davis, Alyssa Carson, Head Coach Andy Norris, and Assist. Coach Sam Martin. Middle Row (L to R) - Hayley Simmons, Paiyton Perry, and Camryn Brazile. Front Row (L to R) - Mgr. Camden Norris, Mgr. Emma Sormrude, Mgr. Aubrey Norris, Capri McCormick, Sadie Varnum, Hailee Bryan, Mgr. Marley McClelland, Mgr. Kaley Norris, and Mgr. Lauren Norris.
Submitted by Kalli McMillan
MHS hosted our annual Title 1 meeting and “Souper” Reading Night on January 31. Families were served soup and sandwiches for dinner. Parents then visited the classrooms with their children and were given different strategies to use at home to help their child reach their reading goals.
Submitted by Elizabeth Gaither
A huge thank you to the Butler PTO, the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County, and Walton County School District for their continued support of the performing arts!
Our students at Butler now have better equipment to fuel their musicial creativity through the Orff and Koldály methods!
Submitted by Dan Browne
Congratulations to WHS seniors Macy Danley and Haleigh Graham, who signed their official commitments on February 14 to play college basketball for Albany Tech in the fall. We are so proud of you, Macy and Haleigh!
Submitted by Christy English
