Once again Freeport High School has proven why it is the “Best Kept Secret in Northwest Florida.” Governor Scott recently recognized FHS for being in the top 10% of Florida schools in mathematics and science achievement and for improvement in mathematics and English Language Arts. It is a well-deserved honor for the Freeport students and staff!
Submitted by Patty Woodard
Congratulations to WHS senior Josh Homza for earning a nomination into the Air Force Academy! Representative Matt Gaetz shared the outstanding news on January 23. We are so proud of you, Josh!
(Pictured from left to right are Superintendent Hughes, WHS Principal Janet Currid, Representative Matt Gaetz, and Josh Homza)
Submitted by Christy English
In November 2017, WHS junior Tyrese Stuckey entered the Appelley Publishing National Student Poetry Contest. It was recently announced that his poem was selected for national publication in the company’s 2017 "Rising Stars Collection" book, which will be released this summer. Overall winners for the contest will be announced April 6, 2018. Awesome job, Tyrese!
Submitted by Christy English
Students tracked down 12 posters displaying quotes about Literacy as they traveled around the FES campus. They read the posters, discussed the quote, and recorded the location of the poster. Once all posters were located, classes turned in their list to the Media Center for a chance to win a prize!
Submitted by Nancy Currie
Congratulations to the students and staff at SWHS for being in the top 10% of all Florida schools in science achievement and improvement in math achievement. SWHS was also in the top 10% of all high schools in Florida in math achievement, science achievement, and improvement in math. Way to go Seahawks!
Submitted by Carrie Chavers
As part of literacy week at WDE, Mrs. Goodman (librarian) hosted a book tasting event. First grade students were given the opportunity to "taste" fiction and nonfiction books. Mrs. Sconiers' students are now eager to visit the library and check out some of the books they tasted! Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.
Students at Bay Elementary enjoyed “Flight” presented by the Atlantic Coast Theatre Company on Friday, January 19th.
Submitted by Meredith Spence
Paxton FFA competed in District CDE competitions Friday, 1/19/18, in Milton, FL at the University of Florida campus. The following students were winners in the competition: Colten Phillips - 1st Place Extemporaneous Speaking, Haley Pickron - 1st Place Prepared Public Speaking, and Paxton Middle School Opening and Closing Ceremonies won 2nd Place. 1st Place winners will be competing at the Florida FFA State Convention in Orlando during the month of June. Great Job Paxton FFA! Submitted by Nate Moore/PHS FFA Coordinator.
Congratulations Paxton for being in the top 10% of schools in Florida for Improvement in Mathematics Achievement from 2015-16 to 2016-17.
Submitted by Kalli McMillan
On Friday, January 12, 2018 In”10”sity Magnet Program held its first Open House/Title I Parent Involvement Night. Despite the holiday weekend and the steep drop in temperatures, many students and parents were in attendance. Principal, Jonathan D’Avignon spoke with parents about the program, the importance of parent involvement and student progress. Students were presented with medals and awards for their accomplishments during the first semester and the evening concluded with a cookout for everyone in attendance. The administration, faculty and staff felt that the event was a great success.
Submitted by Lisa Pitts
