FRESH FROM FLORIDA TO OUR SCHOOL CAFETERIAS!
October is Florida Farm to School Month, and Wakulla County Schools is joining the celebration by featuring Florida-grown vegetables on school menus throughout the month.
Students across the district will have the opportunity to enjoy:
• October 6: Tomato & Cucumber Salad
• October 9: Vegetable Pizza
• October 19: Tomato & Cucumber Salad
• October 23: Radish Salad
Farm to School programs help connect students with fresh, locally grown foods while supporting healthy choices and a better understanding of where our food comes from.
Check out your school’s menu to see what’s being served throughout October at https://wakullaschooldistrict.nutrislice.com/menu , and learn more about Florida Farm to School Month through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, by visiting https://farmtoschoolfl.com/.
Fresh food. Florida grown. Served right here in Wakulla County Schools.
#WakullaCountySchools #FloridaFarmToSchool #FreshFromFlorida
October is Florida Farm to School Month, and Wakulla County Schools is joining the celebration by featuring Florida-grown vegetables on school menus throughout the month.
Students across the district will have the opportunity to enjoy:
• October 6: Tomato & Cucumber Salad
• October 9: Vegetable Pizza
• October 19: Tomato & Cucumber Salad
• October 23: Radish Salad
Farm to School programs help connect students with fresh, locally grown foods while supporting healthy choices and a better understanding of where our food comes from.
Check out your school’s menu to see what’s being served throughout October at https://wakullaschooldistrict.nutrislice.com/menu , and learn more about Florida Farm to School Month through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, by visiting https://farmtoschoolfl.com/.
Fresh food. Florida grown. Served right here in Wakulla County Schools.
#WakullaCountySchools #FloridaFarmToSchool #FreshFromFlorida
As Wakulla County Schools recognizes Disability History and Awareness Weeks, we’re proud to highlight opportunities that help every student develop their strengths, build skills and prepare for what comes next.
Students from the Legacy Café and Legacy Boutique programs recently traveled to Tallahassee to showcase and sell items they created through their programs. From handcrafted goods to freshly baked cookies, students had the opportunity to share their work with employees from the Florida Department of Education and FDLRS Miccosukee.
The experience gave students a chance to put learning into action—practicing workplace skills, interacting with customers, working as a team and experiencing the pride of seeing others value something they created.
The group also visited the Bloxham Building, making the day another meaningful opportunity to learn beyond the classroom.
These are the experiences that help students discover what they can do, build confidence in their abilities and prepare for greater independence after graduation.
#FLDisabilityHistoryAndAwarenessWeeks #WakullaCountySchools #LegacyCafe #RigorousResilientRelevant
Students from the Legacy Café and Legacy Boutique programs recently traveled to Tallahassee to showcase and sell items they created through their programs. From handcrafted goods to freshly baked cookies, students had the opportunity to share their work with employees from the Florida Department of Education and FDLRS Miccosukee.
The experience gave students a chance to put learning into action—practicing workplace skills, interacting with customers, working as a team and experiencing the pride of seeing others value something they created.
The group also visited the Bloxham Building, making the day another meaningful opportunity to learn beyond the classroom.
These are the experiences that help students discover what they can do, build confidence in their abilities and prepare for greater independence after graduation.
#FLDisabilityHistoryAndAwarenessWeeks #WakullaCountySchools #LegacyCafe #RigorousResilientRelevant
READING MATTERS!
Reading helps students build knowledge, grow their confidence, and discover what interests them. It’s something schools and families can encourage together—one book and one conversation at a time.
In this week’s Wave 94.1 halftime address, Superintendent Rick Myhre shares a simple question every family can ask: “What are you reading?” Ask your child about a story, something they learned, or a book they’d like to try next.
Tune in at halftime to hear his message about the power of reading.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
Reading helps students build knowledge, grow their confidence, and discover what interests them. It’s something schools and families can encourage together—one book and one conversation at a time.
In this week’s Wave 94.1 halftime address, Superintendent Rick Myhre shares a simple question every family can ask: “What are you reading?” Ask your child about a story, something they learned, or a book they’d like to try next.
Tune in at halftime to hear his message about the power of reading.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
HAPPY NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH!
October gives us a special opportunity to celebrate the school leaders who set the tone, support their teachers and staff, encourage their students and help make each of our schools a place where kids can learn and grow.
Throughout the month, our schools will be sharing a little more about the principals who lead them each day.
We’re grateful for their leadership, their steady presence and the many ways they serve our students, families and school communities.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant #NationalPrincipalsMonth
October gives us a special opportunity to celebrate the school leaders who set the tone, support their teachers and staff, encourage their students and help make each of our schools a place where kids can learn and grow.
Throughout the month, our schools will be sharing a little more about the principals who lead them each day.
We’re grateful for their leadership, their steady presence and the many ways they serve our students, families and school communities.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant #NationalPrincipalsMonth
Learning Disability Awareness Month + Florida Disability History and Awareness Weeks
October is National Learning Disability Awareness Month, and the first two weeks of October are recognized in Florida as Disability History and Awareness Weeks.
Across Wakulla County Schools, we believe every student brings strengths and talents to the classroom. This month is an opportunity to continue building understanding, celebrating contributions and supporting learning environments where every student has the opportunity to grow, belong and succeed.
Florida’s observance encourages students to learn more about individuals with disabilities, disability history and the disability rights movement.
Throughout October, we encourage our school communities to learn, reflect and help build greater understanding and awareness for all students.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
The Wakulla County Schools Maintenance Department has two full-time, 12-month positions available:
Trades Specialist – Electrician
Job ID: 5723433
Trades Specialist – Maintenance
Job ID: 5893072
Salary: $38,020–$50,620 per year, plus benefits
Starting Date: Immediately
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least five years of experience in the applicable trade and a valid Florida driver’s license.
View the complete job descriptions and apply online at https://wcsb.schoolspring.com/
Know a skilled trades professional who would be a great addition to our team? Please share this opportunity!
Trades Specialist – Electrician
Job ID: 5723433
Trades Specialist – Maintenance
Job ID: 5893072
Salary: $38,020–$50,620 per year, plus benefits
Starting Date: Immediately
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least five years of experience in the applicable trade and a valid Florida driver’s license.
View the complete job descriptions and apply online at https://wcsb.schoolspring.com/
Know a skilled trades professional who would be a great addition to our team? Please share this opportunity!
HALFTIME ADDRESS WITH SUPERINTENDENT MYHRE | TONIGHT ON WAVE 94.1
Being here matters.
Tonight during the Wakulla–Suwannee game, Superintendent Rick Myhre will share a halftime message about why regular attendance matters for learning, friendships, and the opportunities each school day brings.
Tune in to Wave 94.1 at halftime.
Go War Eagles! 🦅
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant #AttendanceMatters
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
As our fall attendance window begins today, we’re reminding families how much each school day has to offer. Students learn from their teachers, ask questions, work alongside classmates, and build connections that help them feel part of their school.
We know illness and emergencies happen. When students are well and able to attend, being at school regularly helps them make the most of those opportunities.
Thank you, families, for making school a priority. A good education begins with showing up!
#WakullaCountySchools #AttendanceMatters #BeingHereMatters #RigorousResilientRelevant
WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOLS TRANSPORTATION IS HIRING TEAM MEMBERS!
Every school day starts with someone our students can count on. Right now, we’re looking for dependable people to join our team as van drivers and bus attendants.
If you enjoy working with children and want to serve your community in a meaningful way, we’d love to hear from you.
Explore the openings and apply: https://wcsb.schoolspring.com/
Know someone who would be wonderful at this? Please share this post with them!
Every school day starts with someone our students can count on. Right now, we’re looking for dependable people to join our team as van drivers and bus attendants.
If you enjoy working with children and want to serve your community in a meaningful way, we’d love to hear from you.
Explore the openings and apply: https://wcsb.schoolspring.com/
Know someone who would be wonderful at this? Please share this post with them!
Congratulations to our September honorees!
Matthew Spindler, Wakulla High School — Teacher of the Month
Cary Wallis, Shadeville Elementary School — Teacher of the Month
Lisa Crum, Riversprings Middle School — Employee of the Month, to be honored at the October School Board meeting
We’re proud to recognize these outstanding members of the Wakulla County Schools family and grateful for the work they do each day for our students and schools.
Congratulations on a well-deserved honor!
Matthew Spindler, Wakulla High School — Teacher of the Month
Cary Wallis, Shadeville Elementary School — Teacher of the Month
Lisa Crum, Riversprings Middle School — Employee of the Month, to be honored at the October School Board meeting
We’re proud to recognize these outstanding members of the Wakulla County Schools family and grateful for the work they do each day for our students and schools.
Congratulations on a well-deserved honor!
Last week, Wakulla County hosted its first-ever ESE Expo for Families, bringing together local families to connect with valuable resources supporting students with exceptionalities.
The event was a wonderful success, with families learning about a wide range of organizations and programs, including Arts for All, Parents Offering Parents Information and Networking (POPIN), the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology (FAAST), the Florida Inclusion Network (FIN), the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD), SEDNET, the Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resource System (FDLRS), Pre-K Exceptional Student Education (Pre-K ESE), The Family Cafe, Behavior Management Consultants (BMC), Bryter Way, New World Reading, and AbleNet.
Turnout and engagement reflected strong community interest, and the expo marked an important step in strengthening connections between Wakulla families and the resources available to support their children.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
The event was a wonderful success, with families learning about a wide range of organizations and programs, including Arts for All, Parents Offering Parents Information and Networking (POPIN), the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology (FAAST), the Florida Inclusion Network (FIN), the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD), SEDNET, the Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resource System (FDLRS), Pre-K Exceptional Student Education (Pre-K ESE), The Family Cafe, Behavior Management Consultants (BMC), Bryter Way, New World Reading, and AbleNet.
Turnout and engagement reflected strong community interest, and the expo marked an important step in strengthening connections between Wakulla families and the resources available to support their children.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
WE ARE HIRING | SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER
Wakulla Institute is looking for a School Social Worker who wants to make a difference for students and families.
In this role, you’ll work alongside school staff and families to address barriers to learning, connect students with helpful resources, and support a safe, caring school environment.
A master’s degree in Social Work is required. Licensure as a mental health professional is preferred.
Position: Full-time
Salary: $55,000 per year
Learn more and apply: https://wcsb.schoolspring.com/
Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity with them!
Wakulla Institute is looking for a School Social Worker who wants to make a difference for students and families.
In this role, you’ll work alongside school staff and families to address barriers to learning, connect students with helpful resources, and support a safe, caring school environment.
A master’s degree in Social Work is required. Licensure as a mental health professional is preferred.
Position: Full-time
Salary: $55,000 per year
Learn more and apply: https://wcsb.schoolspring.com/
Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity with them!
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The Legacy Café is getting ready to open! ☕🍽️
On Monday, students in Wakulla Institute’s Graduate Deferment Program delivered Café menus to schools across the district. It’s one more way they’re helping prepare for opening day while gaining hands-on experience.
We can’t wait to see what’s on the menu! Learn more about the Legacy Café and the program: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/o/wi/page/the-legacy-caf
On Monday, students in Wakulla Institute’s Graduate Deferment Program delivered Café menus to schools across the district. It’s one more way they’re helping prepare for opening day while gaining hands-on experience.
We can’t wait to see what’s on the menu! Learn more about the Legacy Café and the program: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/o/wi/page/the-legacy-caf
Internet service has been restored across Wakulla County Schools. Our IT Department continues troubleshooting remaining issues, and some users may experience intermittent internet disruptions while that work is ongoing.
Regular district and school phone lines are still not operational. Families should continue using the temporary phone numbers previously provided or contact their school-based administrator or identified point of contact by email.
Families needing Transportation assistance may call 850-926-5750 or email scott.payne@wcsb.us.
We would like families to know that the disruption was caused by a failure of the district’s main network switch. As our IT team worked to restore service, additional configuration issues delayed the return to full and stable connectivity. District data and systems remained secure throughout the outage.
We appreciate your patience and flexibility as our IT team continues working toward full and reliable restoration of all services. We will share updates as additional progress is made.
Dear Families,
Wakulla County Schools continues to experience a districtwide phone and internet service outage.
At this time, schools will remain open and operate on their regular schedules tomorrow. Instruction will continue, although some internet-based systems and online resources may be unavailable or limited.
Families should continue using the temporary school contact information previously provided. School-based administrators and identified points of contact may also be reached by email.
Transportation will continue operating on its regular schedule. Families may contact Transportation at 850-926-5750 or email Transporation Director Matt Payne at scott.payne@wcsb.us.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility and understanding.
TRANSPORTATION TEMPORARY CONTACT UPDATE
Families may contact Wakulla County Schools Transportation at 850-926-5750 or scott.payne@wcsb.us while district phone and internet service remains disrupted.
We will continue to share updates as normal service is restored.
Families may contact Wakulla County Schools Transportation at 850-926-5750 or scott.payne@wcsb.us while district phone and internet service remains disrupted.
We will continue to share updates as normal service is restored.
IMPORTANT NOTICE | DISTRICTWIDE PHONE & INTERNET OUTAGE
Wakulla County Schools is currently experiencing a districtwide internet and phone service outage. As a result, our schools and district offices are unable to receive or make phone calls at this time, and internet-based services may also be unavailable.
We are aware of the issue and are working to restore service as quickly as possible.
We will share additional information and notify families once phone and internet services have been restored.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Rigorous • Resilient • Relevant
Wakulla County Schools is currently experiencing a districtwide internet and phone service outage. As a result, our schools and district offices are unable to receive or make phone calls at this time, and internet-based services may also be unavailable.
We are aware of the issue and are working to restore service as quickly as possible.
We will share additional information and notify families once phone and internet services have been restored.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Rigorous • Resilient • Relevant
National Arts in Education Week | September 14–18
The arts have a place in every child’s education.
Across Wakulla County Schools, students are creating, performing, discovering new talents and finding new ways to express themselves through the arts. And this year, those opportunities are reaching even more students, with full-time art and music now available at every WCS elementary school.
From a first experience with a paintbrush or instrument to the stage, studio or marching field, arts education gives students opportunities to build confidence, develop discipline, collaborate with others and discover where their talents can take them.
During National Arts in Education Week, we will offer moments of celebration for the student artists, musicians and performers who bring the arts to life across Wakulla County Schools—and for the educators who encourage their creativity and help them find their voice.
Rigorous • Resilient • Relevant
#WakullaCountySchools #ArtsInEducationWeek #ArtsMatter
The arts have a place in every child’s education.
Across Wakulla County Schools, students are creating, performing, discovering new talents and finding new ways to express themselves through the arts. And this year, those opportunities are reaching even more students, with full-time art and music now available at every WCS elementary school.
From a first experience with a paintbrush or instrument to the stage, studio or marching field, arts education gives students opportunities to build confidence, develop discipline, collaborate with others and discover where their talents can take them.
During National Arts in Education Week, we will offer moments of celebration for the student artists, musicians and performers who bring the arts to life across Wakulla County Schools—and for the educators who encourage their creativity and help them find their voice.
Rigorous • Resilient • Relevant
#WakullaCountySchools #ArtsInEducationWeek #ArtsMatter
HALFTIME ADDRESS WITH SUPERINTENDENT MYHRE | TONIGHT ON WAVE 94.1
As our War Eagles football team travels to Pace tonight, we invite our community to tune in to Wave 94.1 during halftime for a special Wakulla County Schools Halftime Report from Superintendent Rick Myhre.
On the 25th anniversary of September 11, Superintendent Myhre shares a personal reflection on how that day changed the course of his life and led him to military service. His message connects remembrance with responsibility—and reflects on what it means for each of us to serve, lead and prepare the next generation.
Tune in to Wave 94.1 during halftime of Wakulla vs. Pace tonight.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
25 YEARS LATER, WE REMEMBER
Today, Wakulla County Schools joins our nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honoring the courage of first responders and recognizing the service and sacrifice that followed.
For the students in our classrooms today, September 11 is history rather than memory. Twenty-five years later, we remain committed to helping a new generation understand the significance of that day and the enduring lessons of courage, service and unity.
#WakullaCountySchools #PatriotDay
Today, Wakulla County Schools joins our nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honoring the courage of first responders and recognizing the service and sacrifice that followed.
For the students in our classrooms today, September 11 is history rather than memory. Twenty-five years later, we remain committed to helping a new generation understand the significance of that day and the enduring lessons of courage, service and unity.
#WakullaCountySchools #PatriotDay
