Wakulla County Schools is proud to celebrate our outstanding October Teachers and Employee of the Month:
🍎 Jennifer Anderson – Wakulla Middle School Teacher of the Month
🍎 Cheyenne Hartzog – Medart Elementary Teacher of the Month
🚌 Talana Dugger – Transportation Department Employee of the Month
Thank you for going above and beyond to support our students, staff, and community. Your dedication keeps Wakulla County Schools moving forward with heart and excellence every day!
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
Students from Crawfordville Elementary, Medart Elementary, and Wakulla High joined Mrs. Sharon Scherbarth Simmons, their Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments, and our incredible ESE team, including some very special moms , to celebrate and spread awareness about White Cane Safety Day
The group practiced white cane and orientation skills around Hudson Park, enjoyed lunch and sweet treats at Dairy Queen, and even shared the experience with a visiting FSU student preparing to become a future TVI!
Days like this highlight the heart of our ESE program—helping every student build confidence, independence, and joy in learning. ❤️
#WhiteCaneSafetyDay #WakullaCountySchools #DisabilityAwarenessMonth
This month, we celebrate our incredible Wakulla Special Olympics athletes and unified partners who recently competed in Flag Football and Pickleball at the Regional Games! Each athlete held fast to the Special Olympics oath —
“Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.”
Wakulla proudly supports Special Olympics programs year-round, including Pickleball, Flag Football, Bocce, Track and Field, and Bowling, with hopes to add Cornhole soon! These opportunities wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated coaches, volunteers, and unified partners who help make inclusion and sportsmanship thrive in our schools and community.
Through Unified Champion Schools, students across Wakulla learn, train, and grow together — showing that when we include, we all win. 💙
Learn more or get involved: Special Olympics Wakulla Sports Dashboard
#InclusionMatters #DisabilityAbilityAwarenessMonth #WakullaStrong
We’re so excited to offer this amazing opportunity to accelerate our students’ growth. Let’s make this a year of great learning together!
More information about Florida Tutoring Advantage and its administrator the @LastingerCenter can be found at >>floridatutoringadvantage.com.
Information about HeyTutor can be found at >>https://heytutor.com
Enjoy your weekend, and we will see everyone back on Tuesday, October 14th!
A huge thank you to Dave from Wild Ox Coffee for taking time this week to share his coffee expertise with our team at Legacy Café!
Legacy Café helps young adults with disabilities build essential life and job skills for a successful future — and community partners like Dave make all the difference.
We truly appreciate the kindness and generosity of our local businesses who take the time to give back and support our students.
#DisabilityAbilityAwarenessMonth #LegacyCafe #CommunityPartners #InclusionMatters
This October, our wellness focus is on Bone Health with a delicious twist!
In partnership with Sodexo, WCS Lunchrooms across the district are serving up Pumpkin Penne Alfredo this Wednesday as part of our Bite Science series.
With Bite Science, there’s science in every bite — from how we taste and smell to how the food we eat fuels our bodies. Pumpkin Penne Alfredo is rich in calcium and vitamin D–boosting nutrients that help build and maintain strong bones.
👻 We hope our students will dig in, learn, and make your bones spooky strong!
#BiteScience #SpookyStrongBones #Sodexo #WakullaCountySchools
🧡 Wear Orange Wednesday!🧡
Join Wakulla County Schools this Wednesday, October 8th, as we wear orange to show our support for Disability Awareness Month.
Together, we celebrate inclusion, kindness, and the unique abilities that make every student shine. Let’s turn our community orange with unity!
#InclusionMatters #WakullaCountySchools #DisabilityAwarenessMonth
This month, Wakulla County Schools celebrates the incredible abilities of individuals with disabilities while recognizing their achievements and the progress they continue to make. Throughout October, we will share highlights and events that shine a light on inclusion, empowerment, and opportunity.
Special dates this month include:
🧡 October 8 – Wear Orange for Disability Awareness Month
🤍 October 15 – Wear Black and White for White Cane Day to honor individuals with visual impairments
🧡 October 22 – Wear Orange for Unity Day
Stay tuned as we share stories and celebrate together all month long!
#DisabilityAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters #WakullaCountySchools
This month, Wakulla County Schools proudly recognizes the principals who help shape our schools and community. Their leadership, vision, and dedication make a difference in the lives of students, teachers, and families across Wakulla.
Stay tuned as we highlight our principals throughout the month! 💙
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #WakullaProud
New Statewide Health Initiative
During the 2025 legislative session, Florida Statute 381.992 established the Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection Program.
The Florida Department of Health, in collaboration with Florida school districts, has developed materials to help parents and guardians learn about the early detection of Type 1 diabetes.
👉 These materials are especially for families with children in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade and are now available online.
📄 Check out the Diabetes Early Detection Program >>https://5il.co/3qbx8 or Visit FL Department of Health Diabetes Website
We encourage parents and guardians to review these resources and stay informed.
Wakulla County Schools is proud to recognize our Teachers of the Month and Employee of the Month:
🍎 Sandra Maddi – Wakulla High School Teacher of the Month
🍎 Quenesia Dixon – Shadeville Elementary Teacher of the Month
🍎 Shacarra Johnson – Crawfordville Elementary Employee of the Month
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and the positive impact you make every day for our students and schools. 💙❤️
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
May we never forget, and may we continue to teach our students the importance of unity, service, and hope.
#NeverForget #PatriotDay #HeroesDay
🎨🎶📚 National Arts in Education Week 🎭✨
This week, we celebrate the teachers who inspire, the students who create, and the community that supports the arts in our schools. Together, we know the arts matter—because they shape well-rounded learners and future leaders.
#WakullaCountySchools #ArtsInEducation
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Last week, we celebrated the expansion of the Guardian Program. This week, we’re proud to share another big step forward: every WCS teacher and staff member will now wear a CENTEGIX CrisisAlert badge—a powerful tool that instantly calls for help in any emergency.
For Wakulla County Schools, safety isn’t just a requirement—it’s personal. By combining technology, training, and teamwork with our local emergency services, we’re giving families peace of mind every single day.
👉 Learn more in our full press release: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/article/2377884
#SafeWakulla #WarEagleStrong #SchoolSafety
📣 We’re making it easier to find and share community resources!
The Wakulla County Schools Virtual Backpack is now live!
✅ School information = still sent home with students
✅ Community flyers = now posted online in one easy-to-access place
All flyers from external organizations (like parent groups, booster clubs, and community groups) are reviewed by the district before posting and are shared for informational purposes only. Check back regularly for updates!
👉 Explore the Virtual Backpack here: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/virtual-backpack
✨ If you or your organization would like information shared, please complete the Virtual Backpack Flyer Request Form here: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/forms/virtual-backpack-flyer-request or email PublicInformation@wcsb.us.
Please Note: Posting of flyers does not imply endorsement or recommendation by the Wakulla County School District.
On August 1st, we welcomed three new Guardians to our Safety Team — John Swanson, Jeff Matson, and our new Director of Safety and Student Conduct, Coleman Wells.
In partnership with the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office, our Guardians completed rigorous training in firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, active assailant response, and more. These professionals are prepared to respond when needed so that our staff and students can focus on learning and growing in a safe environment.
📸 Here’s a look at moments from the recent Guardian Graduation and optics training sessions at the WCSO range.
👉 Read the full Press Release here: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/article/2361919
#WeAreWakulla #SchoolSafety #GuardianProgram
We are thrilled to welcome students back for the 2025–2026 school year!
Please note that Monday, August 11 will be an early release day for all schools. (See graphic for dismissal times.)
🚗 Friendly Reminder: The first week of school means new routines, new policies, and plenty of excitement! Please be extra mindful of traffic and school zones as our students, families, and buses adjust to the new year. We appreciate everyone’s understanding as we work to keep students safe and ensure smooth dismissal during the first week.
Here’s to making 2025–2026 our best year yet! 🍎📖
#WakullaCountySchools #BackToSchool2026 #RigorResilienceRelevance
Dear Wakulla Families,
Bus routes for the 2025–2026 school year are now available! 🚌
You can now review your student’s route by visiting the Transportation page on our website:
🔗https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/transportation
🚨 Important Reminders:
• Routes are subject to change. Transportation is actively updating routes and stops DAILY. Please check back regularly for updates.
• If you need to make changes to your primary address or complete the Transportation Request Form the #1 Guardian listed in the Parent Focus Portal must log in and complete the form.
Need help updating your Focus contact information or setting up your Parent Portal? Visit: 🔗https://5il.co/3mh2a
📞 For urgent updates or changes to your child's transportation:
• Contact your child’s school directly for changes for daily changes.
• For real-time bus location questions, contact Transportation at 850-926-7550.
Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure a safe and smooth start to the school year!
Wakulla County Schools
#BackToSchool2025
