At Walton High School, our AP Psychology students are taking time this month to recognize the importance of mental health—because taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body.
Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It influences how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Whether it’s practicing self-care, checking in on a friend, or reaching out for support, small actions can make a big difference.
✨ This month, we challenge YOU to:
✔️ Take a break when you need it
✔️ Talk openly about mental health
✔️ Support your friends and classmates
✔️ Remember: It’s okay to ask for help
Let’s work together to break the stigma and build a stronger, more supportive community. 💬
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #WaltonHigh #APPsychology #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone
We wish these students 𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐋𝐔𝐂𝐊 with their speeches and debates tomorrow! We're so excited to see the leadership, vision, and passion these students are bringing into the future of FBLA!
Congratulations to the following athletes for qualifying for the boys weightlifting 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 competition on May 8 in Lakeland! 🎉 Good luck, and 𝐆𝐎 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐒!
🏋️♂️ Isaih Mathews
🏋️♂️ Rylen Nelson
🏋️♂️ Reid West
🏋️♂️ Lay'Shawn Williams
Hayden Arnold represented Walton FFA in Gainesville today at the State Ornamental Horticulture Demonstration contest. He demonstrated how to create a floral arrangement in a pedestal bowl. Hayden did an outstanding job and placed 12th in the state! Congratulations, Hayden! 🌹 🌹 🌹
Walton High was invited by a school in South Dakota to participate. Students researched several states and selected one school in each state that they then sent invitations to encouraging THEM to join the Great Mail Race. Students completed surveys about Walton High School, DeFuniak Springs, and Florida that were sent with the invitations. When the invited schools send their surveys back, students will have the opportunity to learn about those schools, cities, and states.
Walton High was invited by a school in South Dakota to participate. Students researched several states and selected one school in each state that they then sent invitations to encouraging THEM to join the Great Mail Race. Students completed surveys about Walton High School, DeFuniak Springs, and Florida that were sent with the invitations. When the invited schools send their surveys back, students will have the opportunity to learn about those schools, cities, and states.
Project Red Carpet welcomed Mayor Bob Campbell to speak to our seniors today! As a long-time resident of DeFuniak Springs, he encouraged our students with a powerful message of hope —that success and opportunity can be found right here if they’re willing to pursue it. He shared personal stories that reminded them to not count themselves out, but instead to recognize their potential to be used in different ways. He also highlighted the high-paying jobs and growing industries in our area, as well as those on the way, opening students’ eyes to the possibilities ahead.
Thank you, Mayor Campbell, for offering your time and insight!
Jason Catalano, our District 5 School Board member, spoke to the senior class during Project Red Carpet today, sharing a message of hope through his life experiences. He encouraged students to recognize the opportunities in front of them and to move forward with confidence. He reminded them: "If you're unsure what to do, take a deep breath and commit to something. It's not your final destination. Don't allow shame to keep you from success."
Thank you, Mr. Catalano, for taking time to speak with our seniors as they finish the last few weeks at Walton High and begin the next chapters of their lives!
From washing dogs and playful puppies to cleaning out puppy condos, our students jumped right in to help care for these amazing animals. Of course, there were plenty of snuggles along the way, too!
If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, we encourage you to visit Alaqua and see the wonderful animals waiting for their forever homes. 🐶 🐱
🎶 Zharick Conde
🎶 Allison Floyd
🎶 Ayla Mitchell
🎶 Gracelynn Reynolds
🎶 Camilla Williams
🎶 Emmalynn Yost
🎾 Jett Durden; Curtis Galloway; Alex Morales; Whitton West; Camden Zodrow
🎾 Rhiannon Fountain; Onna Frasier; Kennya Hernandez; Seidi Hernandez; Danica Soto-Yovis
We are so proud of the way these students competed with heart and represented Walton High with class. 🎉
Channing intends to pursue elementary education after high school. Check back in five years, and we bet you'll see Channing in a classroom right here in the WCSD!
Congratulations to Julie Laviolette for winning 𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃 at the SkillsUSA state championship! 🏆 🎉 Julie will represent Florida in Technical Computer Applications at the national competition in June!
We'd also like to congratulate Damian Willis & Joseph Martin for winning bronze in Cybersecurity! 🏆🎉
Ms. Harrison is so proud of the CyberTribe and their accomplishments!
