News

COVID-19 Testing Update

September 14, 2021

The district has adjusted the COVID-19 Testing schedule.  Please see the link for full details.

COVID-19 Testing

September 8, 2021

COVID – 19 PCR Testing with Stone Clinical Laboratories & the Walton County School District  

 

Stone Clinical Laboratory - https://www.stoneclinicallaboratories.com 

 

  • CLIA/CAP clinically trained, and competency tested personnel 

  • Rapid reporting within 24-hours to the testing entity and its patients 

  • Compliant reporting to the appropriate State agencies of all results within 24 hours 

  • Personnel are vaccinated and Covid-19 tested every week 

  • Stone will manage all pre-registration to minimize workload as well as expedite testing process 

  • On-site collection at the following locations and times - subject to weather conditions: 

  • Freeport High School, Freeport, FL from 2:30 – 5:30 pm Monday - Friday 

  • Paxton School, Paxton, FL from 2:45 – 5:30 pm Monday – Friday 

  • North Walton High, DeFuniak Springs, FL from 2:30 -5:30 pm Monday - Friday 

  • South Walton High School, Santa Rosa Beach, FL from 3:00 – 5:30 pm Monday – Friday 

Pre-registration Parent/Patient Information and Requirements 

 

  • Go to the following link https://forms.office.com/r/RyAf0H6Yqr 

  • Complete all required fields with patient/guardian/policy holder information 

  • Information needed: 

  • Patient and Guardian Name(s) 

  • DOB 

  • Social Security Number 

  • Gender 

  • Race 

  • Address 

  • Phone number 

  • Email 

  • Insurance information 

  • Policy holder information 

  • Consent form for minors – will provide on location 

Patient Drive-up Testing at the Stone Clinical Laboratory Freeport FL Location 

  • Covid – 19 drive-up PCR Testing by appointment 

  • Address: 902 State Highway 20, Suite 118 &120, Freeport, FL 32439 

  • Hours of operation – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday - Saturday 

  • Go to the following link https://forms.office.com/r/RyAf0H6Yqr to pre-register 

  • Call 850-972-9310 to schedule your appointment 

Stone Clinical Laboratories will bring?testing and their clinical expertise/experience on location. 

WDE Uniform Sales

July 12, 2021

The West DeFuniak Elementary uniform sale will be July 27th and July 29th from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the WDE Activity Building.  Please make plans to purchase your uniform shirts.

West DeFuniak Elementary Orientation

July 12, 2021

West DeFuniak Elementary's orientation will be held August 6th, 2021.  Kindergarten parents only will need to attend a meeting at 10:00 a.m.   All students and parents will meet teachers from 1:00-3:00 p.m.  We look forward to seeing you soon!

WDE Student Wins State Writing Contest

February 10, 2021

We have some exciting news! During Celebrate Literacy Week, several students submitted entries to a contest sponsored by the Florida Department of Education. Congratulations to Brixlee Allen for winning 1st place in the K-2 division for the state of Florida!!! Brixlee, a second grade student, read a book about Benjamin Franklin and then did a fabulous job illustrating it and writing about what she learned. West DeFuniak Elementary will receive $500 worth of books for the library for Brixlee's winning entry. We couldn't leave Brixlee out. She received a bag of her favorite goodies and a $50 Amazon gift card. Join us in congratulating her for this wonderful achievement. You can listen to Brixlee read her paper on this link. https://youtu.be/1WHz-xHh0cM

 

WDE Teacher and ESP of the Year

January 14, 2021

West DeFuniak Elementary is pleased to announce Mrs. Jamie Ellis as Teacher of the Year and Mrs. Sandi Ingle as Educational Support Person of the Year.   

Mrs. Ellis has been teaching for 5 years.  Her positive attitude spills over to everyone around her.  She currently teaches second grade students.  Mrs. Ellis says, “I love being a teacher! I became a teacher to inspire, love, encourage, and motivate students.” Jamie is married to David and they have three kids.  Jamie stays busy outside of school with family and church ministry.  It is easy to see why she was selected for this honor.  Teachers and students at WDE love her. 

Mrs. Ingle has only been at West Defuniak for one year.  She serves as an aide in kindergarten through fifth grade classes.  She can always be found helping somewhere.  Whether taking temperatures or assisting in the office, she stays busy and does it with a smile.  Sandi is married to Alan and they have 3 children.  Mrs. Ingle says that her favorite part of being an aide is when the “light” comes on for a student who has been struggling.   

Congratulations to Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. Ingle!  WDE is proud to have you both as part of our team! 

WDE First Graders Learn about Voting

November 4, 2020

In honor of the 2020 Presidential Election, first graders at WDE held their own election to help them understand the voting process. Students were able to apply for voter registration, receive voter cards, and cast votes for “Duck” or “Farmer Brown”. These young citizens enjoyed reading Duck for President and collecting valuable information about the two candidates before voting.  First grade students loved learning about how important the voting process is and how it is a responsibility that all citizens should hold dear! 

Students from Mr. Owens's Class are Nevaeh, Mykelle, Rene, and Sophia

WDE First Graders Learn about Voting

November 4, 2020

In honor of the 2020 Presidential Election, first graders at WDE held their own election to help them understand the voting process. Students were able to apply for voter registration, receive voter cards, and cast votes for “Duck” or “Farmer Brown”. These young citizens enjoyed reading Duck for President and collecting valuable information about the two candidates before voting.  First grade students loved learning about how important the voting process is and how it is a responsibility that all citizens should hold dear! 

Students from Mr. Owens's Class are Nevaeh, Mykelle, Rene, and Sophia

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