After running 3.1 miles in their first meet of the season at the University of West Florida, the PHS cross country team decided to spend the rest of the day displaying their Pride, Passion, and Purpose in EPIC proportions. The team spent the rest of the afternoon volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House nearby. They entertained children, cleaned the facilities, and spread love to all who were there. The Bobcat family are very proud of this team!

Pictured - Back Row (L to R): Brianna Wright, Holden Mitchell, Jacob Morgan, Caylor Dixon, Maddie Varnum, Philip Anderson, Landon Stanley, Zach Wilson, Emily Wilson, and Ragan Butts. Front Row (L to R): Gracie Geoghagan, Lyndsey Wright, Eugene Hall, Nick Johnson, Blaine Johnston, Lawson Geoghagan, Tristan Petty.

Submitted by Kalli McMillan

On September 5, Mr. Bernard Johnson, on behalf of the Gulf Power Foundation, presented a $3,000 check to the Walton Education Foundation.  This generous donation will be made to the Electricity Program at Emerald Coast Technical College as a result of a successful grant application made by Mr. Thomas Martin, the program instructor.  The funds will be used to enhance  the Electricity Program at Emerald Coast Technical College.  This program began in August 2015 to meet the training needs of students who wish to enter into the field of electricity.  Students are prepared to earn industry recognized credentials from The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)  which assure national portability of skills to meet the common goal of developing a safe and productive workforce. 

Emerald Coast Technical College is proud of its partnership with Gulf Power Company and the Walton Education Foundation to ensure a strong future workforce.

Pictured (l-r):  Wyndy Crozier -  Director Emerald Coast Technical College; MH Carr, Executive Director – Walton Education Foundation; and Bernard Johnson, Gulf Power’s Central District General Manager

Submitted by Cindy Anderson

WMSE, the official morning show of Maude Saunders, is on target to be EPIC this year! Fifth grade students gather, write, and deliver the news, run the teleprompter, cameras, and sound system, and schedule guests and interviews, all before 7:55 each morning! Submitted by Krisy Spence

Every month, Mr. A. Russell Hughes, Walton County, Florida Superintendent of Schools, will share a video message with an update on the exciting things happening in the Walton County School District, Walton County, Florida. Check back often to stay informed on all the activities, events and accomplishments of teachers and students in the Walton County School District.
This month's video was filmed at South Walton High School, where construction on a 10-classroom addition is well underway! #ProgressOnPurpose. Making it POP in WCSD!