District News

Freeport Middle School Art and Band Students Attended a Special "Music in Pictures" Presentation Sponsored by the Rosemary Beach Foundation

November 17, 2016

Freeport Middle School art and band students attended a special "Music in Pictures" presentation sponsored by the Rosemary Beach Foundation.  Two violinists presented music and art history to the students.  The Foundation brings music to the art students of Walton County, culminating in an art show and celebration of art and music in the Spring. Submitted by Chelsea Ellison.

WDE Celebrates with Moms

November 16, 2016

WDE had their annual Muffins with Mom event on November 16th.  The event was well attended with over 400 mothers and/or grandmothers participating. Thank you ALL for being here!

Grasses in Classes with 3rd grade at WDE

November 16, 2016

Third grade students at West DeFuniak Elementary learned about watershed and the importance of smooth cord grass absorbing pollutants and protecting our local waters.

WDE Celebrates Donuts with Dad

November 16, 2016

Bring Your Dad to School/Donuts with Dad was a huge success at WDE on Tuesday, November 15th.  Students and dads  enjoyed donuts in the classroom while completing academic activities together.  Several stand in dads were on hand from Southwide Baptist Church and affiliates of By the Sea Resorts.  Donuts were provided for all students and dads, courtesy of a very generous donor.

Walton County School Board Recognizes FHS Girls Volleyball Team

November 15, 2016

The Superintendent and Walton County School Board Members recognized and presented the Freeport High School Girls Volleyball Team for Honorable Sportsmanship with a resolution. Mr. Hope introduced the Freeport High Girls Volleyball Team that was in attendance; Catherine Meyer, Coach, Katherine Deems, Assistant Coach, Monica Morgan, Freshman, and Isabella Guardia, Freshman. The Resolution was read by Chairperson Jason Catalano. The Freeport Girls Volleyball Team were competing on Thursday, September 22, 2016 against Bozeman High School from Panama City, Florida, during the game an medical emergency occurred with one of the Bozeman Team members. The Coaches and Freeport High Girls Volleyball Team showed outstanding and honorable sportsmanship and character in the time of crisis. Photo courtesy of DeFuniak Herald Beach Breeze. Submitted by Laura Smith.

ECTC Recognizes Teacher and ESP of the Year

November 15, 2016

Congratulations to these two amazing ECTC employees. Theresa Bolton (left) and April Chambless (right) have been chosen as ECTC’s Teacher of the year (Theresa) and Educational Support Person of the year (April). We are very proud to have them on our team. Submitted by Carol Rothgeb/FB.

"Bugs In My Breakfast" Author Visits WDE

November 14, 2016

Students at West DeFuniak Elementary were thrilled to welcome guest author, Julie Smith today! Ms. Smith shared her entertaining book, "Bugs in My Breakfast" while teaching a variety of new vocabulary words. Ms. Smith is a long-time educator in Walton County. She encouraged students to pursue their dreams, because one day their dreams may become a reality just like her dream did! Submitted by Jessica Dawkins.

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