Students and staff have settled into new routines and procedures while looking forward to the cooler days of Fall. Our students are continuing to move forward academically while building a culture of character and high achievement throughout Walton County School District, proven by Superintendent A. Russell Hughes’ proud announcement that Walton School District is one of 13 high-performing school districts in the state and one of only five to earn the honor for five consecutive years.
The theme for the Walton County School District’s work this year is “EPI-lympi-C – In the Boat for the Goal,” a reflection of the teamwork, consistency, and excellence shown in the Olympic games. With this theme in mind, each school will work together to achieve classroom, school, and district educational goals, which may include criteria such as higher test scores or better attendance.
We are moving swiftly toward the end of the first nine weeks of this year! Students received mid-term reports on September 11 with nine weeks reports soon to be distributed. Parents, please ensure you check in with your child’s teacher regarding their progress. Keeping in contact with your student’s instructors minimizes surprises at reporting time. Collaborating on strategies to assist your child’s academic growth improves grades and student self-esteem. Our school district values parental input, and we want you to partner with us in educating students. Parents and the community may ask questions through the Let’s Talk platform. This community digital tool automatically delivers your text questions to the appropriate personnel for a speedy reply. Text (850) 204-9667 or click “contact us” on the WCSD webpage.
Our schools participated in recognition or remembrance ceremonies of the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center in New York and Patriots Day. Although the event occurred over twenty years ago, the great sacrifice of first responders and the immense number of casualties continue to make this one of the most memorable events in U.S. history.
Our Fall extra-curricular sports are active across the district, and schools are ramping up for their Homecoming celebrations. South Walton High School and Walton High School celebrated Homecoming on September 20 and September 27 respectively. Freeport High School looks forward to celebrating October 18 while Paxton School will celebrate Homecoming on January 24, 2025. Come out to any game and support our student-athletes as they participate in team competitions!
National Bullying Month occurs each year in October to bring global awareness to the issue. October 7 is the 18th annual World Day of Bullying Prevention. October 16 is Unity Day, a time to unite around kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Our schools will bring attention to and highlight the importance of these characteristics in a way fitting for their campus. Parents may choose this time to discuss bullying and prevention with their child. Remember, Walton County School District discourages unhealthy interactions and utilizes the “See Something, Say Something” model throughout its campuses.
October is also National Dropout Prevention Month. WCSD is continually implementing strategies to improve opportunities for all students to fully develop the academic, social, work, and healthy life skills needed to graduate from high school and lead productive lives. Our Career and Technical Education programs provide education and information that help our students gain the knowledge and skills they need to choose and pursue a career path. It is one of our district’s highest priorities to prepare our students to participate in our community as productive and responsible citizens.
Walton County Fair will open October 14-19, 2024. Student creativity and ingenuity will be showcased during participation in Livestock and Agriculture competitions, as well as student Visual Art competitions in grades K-12. We encourage everyone to stop by the FAIR and visit the school booths and our WCSD booth in the main entrance hall. There will be guaranteed fun and entertainment for all!
We are “In the Boat for the Goal” as we look forward to an incredible 2024-25!
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