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Special Section produced by The Wakulla News Thursday, August 6, 2009
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Welcome Back, Students!! By DAVID MILLER
students. Our children are counting on us. • David Miller was elected to another On behalf of the Wakulla County School four year term during the November 2008 Board and the Wakulla County School General Election. He has served Wakulla District faculty and staff, welcome back to County as superintendent since the death another exciting school year. of Roger Stokley in 1995. Our school district has made tremendous strides as we have received our fourth consecutive “A” rating. We are also one of only fourteen school districts in Florida rated “Exemplary” by the Florida Department of Education. It is our desire to provide the very best education for our 5,200 students and your children. Our mission will always be: 1) Committed to the Success of our students and 2) To prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century and the world that awaits them. I thank you for the support and encouragement you continue to provide to our Wakulla County Superintendent of Schools
2009-2010 School Year Begins On Thursday, Aug. 13 2009-2010 Meal Prices Lunch
Elementary & Pre-School Full Pay $2.00
Reduced .40
Secondary Schools Full Pay $2.25
Reduced .40
Adults $3.25 Lunch
Breakfast Elementary & Preschool Full Pay $1.25 Reduced .30 *Breakfast not available at Secondary Schools*
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myLunchmoney.com You will need your child’s 10 digit student ID number that begins with 650 (ID can be found on your child’s report card or FCAT Test Scores) There is no fee for enrolling to view your child’s account information. If you choose to pay on line there is a $1.95 fee and it takes 24 hours for a transaction to process. If your child borrows money for meals from the school it will need to be paid back with check or cash.
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Have a great 2009-2010 school year; see you at school!
Dear Readers: The Wakulla News is pleased to present another Back-To-School special section this year. We have included thumbnails about the new teachers, school lunch information, open houses, bus safety, WHS picture days, immunization information, administrators, thumbnails on the school principals and much more. The school bus routes are available at the Wakulla school district web site and at www.thewakullanews.com. We hope that the special section will help parents and students gear up for another nine months of school. It will seem like only a few weeks have passed before we begin working on the Wakulla High School graduation special section in May and say goodbye to the Class of 2009. This project would not have been possible without the assistance and Contact me at kblackmar@thewakulcooperation of the district staff and HR lanews.net. Director Karen Wells. Thank you for your Good Luck and have a great year! assistance. Enjoy the special section and Keith Blackmar Editor, The Wakulla News tell us what you think.
New teachers include some familiar faces When the first bell rings at the start of school on Aug. 13 Wakulla County classrooms will be staffed with educators at a fill rate of 100 percent throughout the district. School Board Chair Becky Cook noted, “The feedback I have received from teachers and parents has been positive regarding the Thursday school start date. Students have the opportunity to get acclimated and parents have time to purchase back-to-school supplies before the first full week of school.” Faced with growing costs and fewer vacancies, Wakulla participated in the first ever State of Florida virtual teach-in in an effort to recruit the “best of the best,” said Executive Director of Human Resources Karen Wells. Fifteen teachers have been hired for the 2009-2010 school year as a result of retirements, relocations, resignations and anticipated growth. Thirty-two classified positions including, school bus drivers, mechanics, custodians, food service workers, paraprofessionals and
athletic coaches were filled as well. The 100 percent fill rate and rich pool of applicants is evidence of two things, said Wells, “That educators see the Wakulla County School District as a desirable place to work, and the district’s recruiting and hiring plan is effective.” Superintendent David Miller added, “It’s a win-win situation, allowing Wakulla’s students to learn from the best and the brightest educators. Our students deserve no less than the best. Maintaining the integrity of the classroom is job number one for the Wakulla County School District.” Once hired, every new Wakulla teacher participated in two days of CSI: Wakulla! Survival Training. Even school teachers attend Curriculum, Students, and Instruction Summer Camp. Participants were acclimated and acculturated to the way to do business in a high performing school district. Continued on Page 3S
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New Teachers Continued from Page 2S The seminars were facilitated by Wakulla national board certified teachers: Kim Bartnick, Angie Gentry and Jennifer Thaxton with Rhonda Traweek leading the technology training. Topics such as classroom management, ethics, the first day of school, lesson planning, technology and instructional strategies were included in the training. Wakulla has hired 15 new teachers since June 2009. Of the new teachers hired, 79 percent are new secondary school teachers and 70 percent are Wakulla residents. Most learned about the position openings by visiting wakullaschooldistrict.org. They also heard about job postings from friends, relatives, career fairs, The Great Florida Virtual Teach-in, publications and college professors. “Two years ago we were recruiting because of a statewide teacher shortage,” said Wells. “This year, mainly because of the state level budget cuts and positive reputation of our school district, we have had a surplus of teachers with up to 50 qualified applicants for many of the positions.” When asked what they are most excited about as the opening day of school approaches, most new educators responded with “meeting my students” and “teaching in Wakulla County.” Wells added, “The positive energy from the new hires was evident even in orientation.
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Over and over again, we heard, ‘I am glad I’m in Wakulla County. This is the cream of the crop. I am so happy I can’t stop smiling.’ ” All Wakulla teachers returned to school on Thursday, Aug. 6 for a professional development day. School begins for all students Thursday, Aug. 13. A quick glimpse at the new teachers by school site: • Crawfordville Elementary School Chelsea Strickland (ESE Teacher) – A product of the Wakulla County School District, she is excited to continue the tradition of excellence. A Flagler College graduate, married with a fourth grade daughter, Era Glenn. She is looking forward to working with the fabulous students, teachers and administrators. Brooke Baudo (SpeechTherapist) – A University of Mississippi graduate, Baudo has a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology. After living in Tallahassee for one year and hearing so many wonderful things about Wakulla schools, she knew this was the place to be. • Riversprings Middle School Rhonda Griffin – (Science) Returns to Wakulla County Schools after years of managing her restaurant, The Landing, in Panacea. A graduate of FSU with a math education major. Michael Ray (Science/Language Arts Teacher)– An experienced science teacher,
who received his Master’s degree in Science Education from FSU. He is looking forward to using his creative skills to inspire his students and spark excitement for science. Carmen Williams (Band Director) – Lives in Wakulla County and brings years of experience directing bands in Leon County with him. He is an FSU graduate and is married with four children. He’s looking forward to “making a positive impact in the area of instrumental music education.” Aubrey Gavin (Social Science) – Served as a paraprofessional and coach at Riversprings last year. He is excited about moving into an instructional position. • Wakulla High School Charlie Carraway (English Teacher) – A graduate of FSU, returns to WHS after working with the Department of Education. Carraway earned her Master’s degree in English education. She adds, “The most important characteristic of an effective classroom teacher is how that teacher relates to a student, because the student is what education is all about.” Jamonique Holt (Spanish Teacher) – A graduate of FSU, brings three years of experience from Leon County as a Spanish teacher. She has also sponsored cheerleading and coached cross country. Brian Jacobs (Chemistry Teacher) – An FSU graduate, is certified in biology, chemistry and
physics. Jacobs speaks German fluently. Teaching is his passion and he is looking forward to the first day of school. Wayne Watson (Band Director) – Originally from Virginia Beach, Va., is also an FSU graduate. He’s excited about meeting the kids and hitting the ground running with the summer band camp. Sally Jones (Digital Design Teacher) – A graduate of Wakulla High School and Troy University. Jones played softball for WHS and Troy. Ana Smith (Spanish Teacher) – An FSU graduate interned at Wakulla High School. She brings experience as a Drum Major and Dance Captain and was the rookie of the year for the FSU Marching Chiefs. Drew Cook (Criminal Justice) – A Wakulla High School and FAMU graduate, was a Criminal Justice major. He also played baseball for WHS and FAMU. Cook enjoys competitive sports, fishing, hunting and playing his guitar. • Wakulla Middle School Richard Myhre (Eighth grade science teacher) – After serving his country in Iraq and Afghanistan, Myhre returns to Wakulla County with honors bestowed by the U.S. Army. He is a graduate of Wakulla High School and the University of Florida and a talented tennis player.
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WHS yearbook pictures, Wakulla Education Directory prices and open houses Yearbook and School Pictures The deadline to purchase and submit information for a senior page in the yearbook is Sept. 4. Information can be picked up in the Wakulla High School main office or e-mail Hunter Tucker at tucker@wakulla.k12.fl.us. Wakulla High School senior pictures were taken at the SWI Studio in Tallahassee during the month of June and July. The studio is located at 1891 Capital Circle Northeast, Suite 6, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Phone: (850) 425-1010, e-mail: tallahassee@swiphoto.com, Toll-Free: (877) 479-4462. Students should have received an appointment date/time in the mail back in May. If any student has not received an appointment date/time or they need to change their current appointment, they can call the studio or they can visit their web site www.swiphoto.com/tallahassee for ordering photos, looking at proofs, or rescheduling appointments. Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 14 and Sept. 15 will be the last day for seniors to have their pictures taken for the yearbook. SWI will be on campus these two days to take final senior pictures. Students will need
to sign up in Hunter Tucker’s classroom (#77). To be pictured in the yearbook they must have their picture taken by SWI. Parents can contact the studio if they have any other questions, 425-1010. Yearbook Costs for 2009-2010 WHS yearbooks can be purchased at open house, Aug. 10, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for $65. They can be purchased until Oct. 31. Yearbooks will cost $75 from Nov. 1 until April 30. Yearbooks will cost $80 May 1 until they sell out. Books can be purchased online, or from yearbook staff students, or from Hunter Tucker in Room 77. School Hours The 2009-2010 regular school day hours have been announced. They are as follows: Pre-K–9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All Elementary Schools–8:55 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. Wakulla Middle School–7:40 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Riversprings Middle School–7:40 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. Wakulla High School–7:40 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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PO Box 100 (32326) 69 Arran Rd (32327) Crawfordville 926-0065 FAX: 850/926-0123 wakullaschooldistrict.org ADMINISTRATIVE • David B. Miller, Superintendent of Schools • Pam Lawhon, Administrative Asst. to Superintendent and School Board, 850/926-0065, #221 • Jimmie Dugger, Asst. Superintendent for Administration, 850/926-0065, #226 • Beth O’Donnell, Asst. Superintendent for Instruction, 850/926-0065, #236 • Sue Anderson, Director of Special Programs, 850/926-0065, #246 • Randy Beach, Chief Financial Officer, 850/926-0065, #243 • William (Randy) Bristol, Executive Director of Facilities/ Maintenance, 850/926-0065, #254 • Tanya English, Executive Director of ESE/Student Services, 850/926-0065, #252 • Jim Griner, Coordinator of Safety and Risk, 850/926-0065, #271 • Pat Jones, Coordinator of Transportation, 850/926-7550 • Gail Mathers, Director of Food Services, 850/926-0065, #248 • Beth Mims, Executive Director of Curriculum, 850/926-0065, #250 • Alan Rosier, Director of Technology Services, 850/926-0065, #232 • Karen J. Wells, Executive Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, 850/926-0065, #256 SCHOOL BOARD • Becky Cook, Chair, PO Box 35, Crawfordville 32326, 850/926-5689 • Jerry Evans, 7883 Smith Creek Highway, Sopchoppy 32358, 850/962-2430 • Greg Thomas, 88 Tarpine Drive, Panacea 32346, 850/984-5488 • Ray Gray, 393 Woodville Highway, Crawfordville 32327, 850/421-0523 • Mike Scott, 240 Woodrich Rd, Crawfordville 32327, 850/926-2829 (Board meets the third Monday of each month at 5:45 p.m. in the district office boardroom. Special meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m.) WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOLS Superintendent’s Office 850/926-0065 David B. Miller District Office 9001 69 Arran Road FAX 850/926-0123 Crawfordville 32327 Adult/Community Ed. Program 850/962-2151 Tom Askins Adult 0041
PO Box 68 FAX 850/962-1005 Sopchoppy 32358 Crawfordville Elementary School 850/926-3641 Angie Walker K-5 0031 379 Arran Rd FAX 850/926-4303 AP Laura Kelley Crawfordville 32327 Second Chance School 850/962-2151 Tom Askins Alt. 0021 Sopchoppy Educational Center 850/962-2151 FAX 850/962-1005 PO Box 68 Sopchoppy 32358 Medart Elementary School 850/962-4881 Robert R. Pearce K-5 0011 2558 Coastal Highway FAX 850/962-3953 AP Sharon Kemp Crawfordville 32327 Pre-Kindergarten Program 850/926-8111 Kim Dutton PK 0072 87 Andrew Hargrett Sr. Rd FAX 850/926-2446 Crawfordville 32327 Riversink Elementary School 850/926-2664 Jackie High K-5 0015 530 Lonnie Raker Lane FAX 850/926-9562 AP Melinda Young Crawfordville, FL 32327 Riversprings Middle School 850/926-2300 Dodge (Dod) Walker 6-8 0012 800 Spring Creek Hwy FAX 850/926-2111 AP Michele Baggett Crawfordville 32327 Shadeville Elementary School 850/926-7155 Susan Brazier K-5 0091 45 Warrior Way FAX 850/926-5044 AP Dee Ann Hughes Crawfordville 32327-9433 Wakulla Charter School of Arts, Science and Technology (COAST) 850/925-6344 Susan Flournoy K-8 0005 FAX 850/925-6396 PO Box 338 St. Marks 32355 Wakulla High School 850/926-7125 Michael Crouch 9-12 0071 3237 Coastal Highway FAX 850/926-8571 AP Sunny Chancy, Randy Barnes Crawfordville 32327-9529 Deans D. Tomaini, M. Smith, S. Nelson Wakulla Middle School 850/926- 7143 Mike Barwick 6-8 0081 22 Jean Drive FAX 850/926-3752 AP Tolar Griffin, Crawfordville 32327
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Keep immunizations current The Wakulla County Health Department (WCHD) joins the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in promoting the importance of up-to-date immunizations by recognizing August as National Immunization Awareness Month. “Immunizations provide Floridians with safe and effective protection against disease,” State Surgeon General Ana M. Viamonte Ros, M.D., M.P.H., said. “With the new school year and flu season approaching, August is the perfect time to remind family members, friends, co-workers, and neighbors to update their vaccinations.” Last year the CDC launched a national pre-teen vaccine campaign recommending that all 11 and 12-year olds receive the meningococcal and Tdap vaccines. The meningococcal vaccine protects against meningitis and its complications. The Tdap vaccine is a booster against tetanus and diphtheria, which also protects against pertussis (“whooping cough”). The CDC also recommends all girls, ages 11 and 12, receive the Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, which protects against the most common types of cervical cancer. Wakulla County students return to school on Thursday, Aug. 13, and the Wakulla CHD encourages residents to contact them or their primary care physicians to ensure immunization records are current. If parents have inadequate health insurance, parents should ask their doctors about the Vaccines
for Childrens Program or they may contact the Wakulla CHD about a vaccination appointment. For more information or to set an appointment to receive a vaccination, please call the Wakulla CHD at (850) 926-3591. The CDC immunization schedules list the ages for each vaccine or series of shots. For the schedule of these shots, visit www.wakullahealth.com and select “School Health” from the “Services” link on the left-side of the page. Because children are particularly vulnerable to infection, most vaccines are given during the first five to six years of life. Some immunizations, including boosters, are recommended throughout adolescent and adult years, while special vaccines may also be administered to international travelers. Children should receive vaccines against diphtheria, influenza, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox and polio. Adolescents need vaccinations for influenza, hepatitis A & B and meningococcal disease. Adult vaccines include influenza, pneumococcal disease, tetanus and diphtheria. If any shots are past due, consult the catch-up schedule and ask a doctor about getting back on track. The Wakulla CHD’s mission is to promote healthy lifestyles, prevent disease, and improve the health status of the citizens of Wakulla County. For detailed immunization statistics, visit Florida’s Community Health Assessment Resource Tool Set web page at www.floridacharts.com and search for “vaccine.”
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Some dates to remember around the district
Open Houses planned at Feb. 25 Spring Pictures/Group pre-pay/inall Wakulla County Schools dividual pictures will have a proof provided The 2009-2010 Open House schedule for for inspection before purchasing. Wakulla County Schools will be held Aug. 10 and Aug. 11. Riversink Elementary School On Monday, Aug. 10, Wakulla Middle important dates School and Riversprings Middle School will host an open house from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dates of note from Riversink Elementary Wakulla High School will hold an open School include: house the same day from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Open House On Tuesday, Aug. 11, the Pre-K open Aug. 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. house will be held from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. First PTO Meeting All four elementary schools will hold Sept. 3 at 7 p.m. in the cafetorium their open houses the same day from 4 p.m. Sept. 16 School Pictures to 7 p.m. Shadeville Elementary School Medart Elementary School important dates important dates Aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m.– PTO/Title 1 parent Thursday, Aug. 21 - Volunteer Orientation information meeting in the cafeteria. at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 30 Fall pictures-Pre-paid. Thursday, Sept. 17 - PTO Meeting and Oct. 29 Picture re-takes. Parent Education Night at 7 p.m. Dec. 4 Medart Winter Festival 4 p.m. to Friday, Oct. 2 - School Pictures. 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 - Fall Festival fundraiser Dec. 17 Medart Holiday Program/PTO will be held from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. meeting at 6:30 p.m.
OFFERING FREE IMMUNIZATIONS for School Entry Date: Monday, August 3 and Tuesday, August 4 Time: 8 am to 11 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm, each day Location: Wakulla County Health Department 48 Oak Street, Crawfordville The Wakulla County Health Department (WCHD) will be providing FREE immunizations to those children who might still need shots for school. In order to provide these immunizations, the child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Further, all clients seeking immunizations will need to provide a copy of their current immunization/shot record.
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WCHD is located at 48 Oak Street in Crawfordville. If you have any questions regarding this clinic, please call (850) 926-3591. We look forward to being able to provide the children of Wakulla County any needed immunizations so they may attend school.
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School bus safety tips for 2009-2010 The 2009-2010 school year can be successful and safe for students and motorists if everyone follows some basic safety rules. Wakulla County has an excellent safety record and District Transportation Coordinator Pat Jones credited her bus drivers and parents for taking extra precautions each day school is in session. Jones has a few tips to help school children stay safe during the 2009-2010 school year. 1) Getting Ready For School. Have your children put everything they carry into a backpack or school bag so they won’t drop things along the way. Affix a piece of high visibility flourescent and reflective material to the backpack. Have them wear bright, contrasting colors so that they will be more easily seen by drivers. Make sure they leave home on time so that they can walk to the bus stop and arrive before the bus is due. Running can be dangerous. 2) Walking To The Bus Stop Go to the bus stop with a young child and have older children walk in groups. There’s safety in numbers because groups are easier for drivers to see. Don’t let preschool children or pets go with your school child. They can be dangerous near traffic.
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Practice good pedestrian behavior along the way. Walk on the sidewalk if there is one. If there is no sidewalk, stay out of the street if possible. If you must walk in the street, walk single file, face traffic and stay as close to the edge of the road as you can. Stop and look left, right and then left again if you must cross a street. Do the same thing at driveways and alleys. Exaggerate your head turns and “narrate” your actions so that your child knows you are looking left, right and left again. 3) Waiting At The Bus Stop Don’t let your child play running games or push or shove at the bus stop. It’s too dangerous near traffic. Make sure your child stands at least six feet or three giant steps from the road while waiting for the bus. The child will be out of the way of traffic. Have younger children practice taking three giant steps to become familiar with what six feet means. Have older children estimate how far six feet is from various objects. 4) Getting On And Off The Bus Make children stay at least six feet away from the bus until the driver says it’s okay to enter. Children will then be able to see the driver and the driver can see them. If children must cross the street to the bus, remind them to wait for the driver to signal
that it’s safe to cross. They should cross the street 10 feet or five giant steps in front of the bus where they can see the driver and the driver can see them. Warn children that, if they drop anything near the bus, they should never ever pick it up. Instead, they should tell the bus driver and follow the driver’s directions. If they bend over to pick up a dropped object, they might not be seen by the driver and could be hurt if the driver pulls away from the stop. Remind children to look to the right before they step off the bus. Drivers in a hurry sometimes try to sneak by buses on the right. 5) Riding The Bus Remind your children to be good bus riders. They should talk quietly; be courteous to the bus driver and follow the driver’s directions; keep aisles clear; and stay seated for the whole bus ride. Teach your children to secure loose drawstrings and other objects that may get caught in the handrail or door of the bus as they are exiting. The Wakulla County School Transportation Department can be contacted at 9267550. Director Pat Jones can be reached at jonesp@wakulla.k12.fl.us.
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Welcome Back Name: Mike Crouch Position: Wakulla High Principal, fourth year. Age: 53 Marital Status: Married, Bobbie Jo Crouch, of Riversink Elementary School Children: Ryan, University of Florida graduate; Logan, an FSU graduate and WMS teacher; and Kaitlyn, a senior at FSU. Education: Bachelor’s degree from UCF and Master’s degree from FAMU. Philosophy: “I have been a lifelong learner and an optimist. I believe we have the best kids in the world in Wakulla.” Gators or Noles: We have a split family. Ryan and I are Gators. Bobbie Jo, Logan and Kaitlyn are Seminoles. Enrollment: 1,201 Mascot: War Eagles Assistant Principals: Randy Barnes and Sunny Chancy; Buddy Tomaini, Dean Factoid: First principal at WHS to guide the school to an “A” grade. Former assistant principal at RMS and former band director at WHS.
Name: Mike Barwick Position: Principal Wakulla Middle School, first year. On WMS staff for 16 years. Age: 41 Marital Status: Married. Children: Two children. Education: Master’s degree from FSU in Education Leadership. Philosophy: “All students have the ability to learn. It’s our responsibility as educators to provide and foster a learning environment in which all students will succeed.”. Gators or Noles: Gators Enrollment: 570 Mascot: Wildcats Assistant Principal: Tolar Griffin Factoid: I love spending time on the water and with my familiy. Was an enormously successful football coach at Wakulla Middle School prior to getting into administration. Also helped coach high school football for the Wakulla War Eagles.
Name: Kim Dutton Position: Principal of Pre-K. second year Age: 45 Marital Status: Married 24 years to a wonderful husband. Children: three fantastic boys ages 5 to 17. Education: Bachelor of Science from Radford University in Virginia and Master of Education from University of West Florida. Philosophy: Every child, Every chance, Every day. Gators or Noles?: I’m a Hokie at heart but, I do cheer for the Noles almost every day of the year (unless they are playing the Virginia Tech Hokies). School Enrollment: approximately 400. Factoid: Received National Board Certification in 1999. Our family enjoys hiking and visiting National Parks. My nephew recently climbed to the summit of Mt. McKinley in Alaska. Replaced Nancy Pope after coming over from Crawfordville Elementary School.
Name: Susan Flournoy Position: Principal COAST Charter School, eighth year. Age: 55 Marital Status: Single Children: Addie, a sophomore at TCC; Ryan, 30, of Alabama; Rani, 28, medical missionary in Honduras. Education: Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University with teaching certificates in Alabama and Florida. Philosophy: “The objective in teaching should be to provide quality individualized instruction that is developmentally appropriate and challenging in an atmosphere that provides safety, security and nurturance to each student.” Gators or Noles: Sorry, Roll Crimson Tide (and FSU). Enrollment: 130 Mascot: Sting Rays Factoid: Sixty percent of COAST students are from Wakulla County. Leon provides 38 percent and Franklin two percent. COAST received a “A” grade from the state. “I was so proud of the teachers and the kids. They have done an awesome job.” Administrative Assistant is Carrie Young.
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Class of 2009/2010 Name: Angie Walker Position: Principal Crawfordville Elementary School, second year. Age: 45 Marital Status: Married to Dod Walker for 18 years Children: Dodge, 16, and Jake, 14, attend WHS Education: Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Master’s degree in Educational Leadership. Certified in Technology Education, Media/Library, Elementary Education, Language Arts, and Educational Leadership Philosophy: I believe all children are unique individuals who can learn and succeed with qualified professionals in a safe, positive, caring environment. By embracing the diversity that students offer, we are able to prepare them to be productive, accepting, and confident young people. It is the responsibility of educators to assure all children a quality education. At Crawfordville Elementary School, we provide the environment, the enthusiasm, the excellence, and the qualified personnel needed for the success of our students. Gators or Noles: Noles Enrollment: 550 Mascot: Cougar Assistant Principal: Laura Kelley Factoid: Sports and technical aspects of administrative duties are sure to be a topic of conversation in the Walker household. Husband Dod is the only principal Riversprings Middle School has ever known.
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Wakulla County Schools Name: Bobby Pearce Position: Principal Medart Elementary School, ninth year. Age: 48 Marital Status: Married to Jan Pearce, kindergarten teacher at Crawfordville Elementary School. Children: Becca, tenth grader at WHS; Tucker, seventh grader at Wakulla Middle School Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from FSU. Philosophy: “Educators hold a sacred trust. We are charged with shaping the minds and character of future generations. While we perform our duties, we are blessed with the opportunity to have fun and enjoy our students and co-workers. What we get to do is very special.” Gators or Noles: A BIG Seminole fan. Enrollment: 669 Mascot: Mustangs Assistant Principal: Sharon Kemp Factoid: Wife Jane was the teacher of the month in May 2008. Firm and successful youth soccer coach in the Wakulla County Youth Soccer Program in Medart. Former athlete and coach at WHS.
Name: Jackie High Position: Principal Riversink Elementary School, second year. six years in administration. Age: 51 Marital Status: husband, Jimmy High Children: Son Jamie High and wife Haley have a child. Daughter Shelby Boykin and husband David have a child. Dominick who is six years old. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Master’s degree in Educational Leadership. National Board Certified in Early Childhood K-3 Philosophy: Education is like a large puzzle. Students, parents, faculty and staff are all key pieces of that puzzle. The most important task I have as a principal is hiring the faculty and staff. In doing that, I don’t just look at their education; though that is important. I look for teachers who are passionate about their profession and have an obvious love of children. My goal is for school to be a place where students love to learn. Gators or Noles: Nole fan Enrollment: 440 Mascot: Otters Assistant Principal: Melinda Young Factoid: I am a product of the Wakulla School System, graduating from Wakulla High School in 1976. I have taught in both Kindergarten and second grade. I taught at both Shadeville Elementary and Medart Elementary. My own children attended Crawfordville Elementary.
Name: Susan Brazier Position: Principal Shadeville Elementary School, fifth year. Age: 56 Marital Status: Married to D’Arcy Brazier. Children: Ian, is a software technician with Computer Science Corporation; daughter-in-law Kirsten is teaching first grade at Crawfordville Elementary; Erin is an interior designer in Virginia; and Matt works for the Institute of Government in Tallahassee. Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from FSU. Philosophy: “High performing schools are like an interesting, sometimes fun-filled, challenging puzzle. When all the pieces, dedicated teachers and staff, caring and involved parents, and terrific students, join together the results are success! Gators or Noles: Noles Enrollment: 670 Mascot: Warriors Assistant Principal: Dee Ann Hughes Factoid: Her husband is the Crawfordville Volunteer Fire Chief, D’Arcy Brazier. Flowers are her passion and it is reflected in her gardens.
Name: Dr. Tom Askins Position: Principal Sopchoppy Education Center and Director of Adult & Community Education, fifth year as principal, former Wakulla High School principal. Age: 62 Marital Status: Married, Patricia Askins. Children: Frances attends Florida Community College in Jacksonville; Wayne is in the U.S. Navy as an Air Traffic Controller, stationed in Willow Grove, Pa.. Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD, all from FSU. Philosophy: “We hope that placement at Sopchoppy Education Center serves as a deterrent for potentially disruptive students. Learning to live within reasonable boundaries and getting back on track is our focus.” Gators or Noles: FSU Factoid: His campus houses Alternative Diploma Program, Wakulla Community Theatre, Sopchoppy Opry, five classrooms of Wakulla Pre-K. He is the Administrator over the growing GED program, Certified Nursing Assistant Training program, Adults with Disabilities. Beginning 40th year of service in Florida public schools. Holds record for fifth largest deer in Sumter County, Ga.
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Elementary School lunch menu for August 2009 ELEMENTARY LUNCH MENU The secondary schools and Pre-K menus AUGUST 2009 can be viewed on the district web site: www. Thursday, Aug. 13 wakullaschooldistrict.org. Barbecue on Bun, Seasoned Green Beans, Meal Prices Applesauce, Milk. Lunch Friday, Aug. 14 Full Pay: Corndog, Potato Wedge, Fruit Cup, Milk. Elementary $2 Monday, Aug. 17 Secondary $2.25 Breaded Chicken Patty, Creamy Mashed Reduced: $ .40 Potatoes, Fluffy Biscuit, Apple, Milk. Adult: $3.25 Tuesday, Aug. 18 Breakfast Cheese Pizza, Whole Kernel Corn, BlueFull Pay: berries w/ Topping, Milk. $1.25 Wednesday, Aug. 19 Reduced: $ .30 Turkey & Noodles, Tossed Salad, Saltine Adult $1.75
Crackers, Applesauce, Milk. Thursday, Aug. 20 Hamburger w/ Lettuce & Pickle, Breaded Okra, Peach Cup, Milk. Friday, Aug. 21 Turkey & Cheese Wrap, Peas & Carrots, Fruit Cup, Milk. Monday, Aug. 24 Chicken Nuggets, Seasoned Green Beans, Yeast Roll, Peach Cup, Milk Tuesday, Aug. 25 Shepherd’s Pie, Steamed Broccoli, Saltine Crackers, Sherbet, Milk. Wednesday, Aug. 26 Taco Salad, Whole Kernel Corn, Apple-
sauce, Milk. Thursday, Aug. 27 Breakfast for Lunch Egg Patty w/ Cheese, Potato Wedge, Biscuit, Orange Wedges, Milk. Friday, Aug. 28 Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Carrot Sticks, Jello, Milk. Monday, Aug. 31 Macaroni, Ham & Cheese, Casserole, Green Peas, Yeast Roll, Apple Wedges, Milk. Want to receive an e-mail when your child needs lunch money? Enroll at www. mylunchmoney.com.
Free and reduced price meal policy is announced The Wakulla County School Board announced its policy for Free and Reduced Price Meals for students under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. Any interested person may review a copy of the policy by contacting Gail Mathers, 69 Arran Rd., Crawfordville, FL 32327, (850) 926-0065. Household size and income criteria will be used to determine eligibility. Children from families whose income is at or below the levels determined may be eligible for Free or Reduced Price Meals. An application cannot be approved unless it contains complete eligibility information. Once approved, meal benefits are good for an entire year. You need not notify the organization of changes in income and household size. Application forms are being sent to all homes with a letter to parents or guardians. To apply for Free or Reduced Price Meals, households must complete the application and return it to the school. Additional copies are available at the principal’s office in each school. The information provided on the application will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and may be verified at any time during the school year. Applica-
tions may be submitted at any time during the year. Households with children who are considered migrants, homeless or runaway should contact district liaison, Tanya English at 926-0065, For the purpose of determining household size, deployed service members are considered a part of the household. Families should include the names of the deployed service members on their application. Report only that portion of the deployed service member’s income made available to them or on their behalf to the family. Additionally, a housing allowance that is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative is not to be included as income. All other households must provide the following information listed on the application: • Total household income listed by gross amount received, type of income (e.g., wages, child support, etc.) and how often the income is received by each household member. • Names of all household members; signature of an adult household member certifying the information provided is cor-
Sub training is scheduled The Wakulla County School District is planning a “Sub Solutions Training” to activate individual “sub” status for the 2009-2010 school year. The first session will be held Friday, Sept. 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The second session will be held the same day from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sub Solutions Training includes classroom management, safety and instruc-
tional strategies. The programs will be held at the old school board meeting room on High Drive in Crawfordville. Call or e-mail Brenda Clemons at 926-0065 or clemonsb@wakulla.k12.fl.us. Space is limited and substitute teachers are asked to reserve their spots early.
rect; and Social Security number of the adult signing the application or the word “NONE” for this household member if he or she does not have a social security number. If a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size changes, the school should be contacted. Children of parents or guardians who become unemployed should also contact the school. Such changes may make the student eligible for reduced price or free meals if the household income falls at or below the levels shown below. Under the provisions of the Free and Reduced Price meal policy Gail Mathers, Food Service Director, will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent or guardian is dissatisfied with the ruling of the official, he or she may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. If the parent wishes to make a formal appeal, he or she may make a request either orally or in writing to Jimmie Dugger, Assistant Superintendent of Administration 69 Arran Road, Crawfordville, FL 32327, 926-0065. Unless indicated otherwise on the ap-
plication, the information on the Free and Reduced Price Meal application may be used by the school system in determining eligibility for other educational programs. Florida income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced price meals-effective from July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009. Free Meal Scale is 130 percent of federal poverty level. A household of one may make up to $14,079 annually, $1,174 per month, $587 twice per month, $542 every two weeks or $271 per week to be eligible for free meals. For each additional family member, add $4,862 annually, $406 per month, $203 twice a month, $187 every two weeks or $94 per week. The Reduced Meal Scale is 185 percent of federal poverty level. A household of one may make $20,036 annually, $1,670 per month, $835 twice a month, $771 every two weeks and $386 per week. For each additional family member, add $6,919 annually, $577 per month, $289 twice a month, $267 every two weeks or $134 per week.
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•School Adresses & Phone Numbers• Crawfordville El3237 Coastal Highementary School way, Crawfordville, 379 Arran Road, FL 32327 926-7125 Crawfordville, FL Sopchoppy Educa32327 926-3641 tion Center Medart Elementary 164 Yellow Jacket School Avenue, Sopchoppy, 2558 Coastal HighFL 32358 962-2151 way, Crawfordville, Wakulla Education FL 32327 962-4881 Center Shadeville Elemen- 87 Andrew Hargrett, tary School Sr. Road, Craw45 Warrior Way. fordville, FL 32327 Crawfordville, FL 926-8111 32327 926-7155 COAST Charter Riversink ElemenSchool tary School 48 Shell Island 530 Lonnie Raker Road, St. Marks, FL Lane, Crawfordville, 32355 925-6344 FL 32327 926-2664 Wakulla County Riversprings School District Middle School Office 800 Spring Creek P.O. Box 100 Highway, Craw69 Arran Road, fordville, FL 32327 Crawfordville, FL 926-2300 32327 (P.O. Box is Wakulla Middle 32326) 926-0065 School Wakulla County 22 Jean Drive, CrawTransportation fordville, FL 32327 Office 926-7143 3235 Coastal HighWakulla High way Crawfordville, School FL 32327 926-7550 Flowers and balloons helped the Gentry family celebrate a big year in 2008-2009 with Teacher of the Year honors for Angie, center, and a National Merit Scholarship for daughter, Lauren. The Gentrys celebrated with Wakulla Middle School students and WMS teacher Lauren Miller.
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Welcoming new Wakulla County teachers to the district For a thumbnail sketch of each new teacher, please turn to Page 2S
Chelsea Strickland of Crawfordville
Mike Ray of Riversprings Middle
Ana Smith of Wakulla High School
Rick Myhre of Wakulla Middle School
NOTE: Shari Smith joined the district in October 2008 as a Pre-K teacher at the Sopchoppy Center. She was hired after the special section was published last year. A Flagler College graduate, she is a former Wakulla High School student.
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Be careful not to overload your backpack, avoid injury By William Treichel, D.C. Special to The Wakulla News
It’s back to school soon and “back to school” means school supplies. Nowadays, school supplies mean a backpack to carry the books and the supplies to school. How do we select the correct backpack and how much do we put in it? What is a safe weight for our child to carry? These are all very valid concerns and I’ll take a few minutes to discuss this subject which is near and dear to my own heart. When I was going to school, I carried a backpack inappropriately and developed a spinal deformation that gives me trouble even today. So, in order to help your child avoid similar situations, I’d like to give you a little bit of advice in terms of how to select a proper backpack and how much to load into it. When we go to the store we are confronted with a wide variety of backpacks with many different sizes, shapes, and cartoon characters from Elmo to Spiderman. What we are looking for is a backpack that is certainly not wider than our child’s body. The shoulder pads should be wide and comfortably padded. The backpack should generally have a waist strap and the bottom part of the backpack should have a padded area where it lies up against the back. When properly fitted, the backpack straps should fit across the clavicle or collar bone. The backpack should fit high on the shoulders and the lower part of the backpack should not be more than three to four inches below the waist, the waist being the crest of the pelvic bones not where youths currently wear their trousers. When properly fitted and loaded, a good backpack will fit across the shoulders and fit just above the buttocks with the waist band secured. The question of how much to carry in the backpack always arises. To the extent possible, the weight of the backpack fully loaded should not exceed 20
percent of your child’s actual weight. This limitation is not always practical but it is the best suggested scenario. To load the backpack, put the heavier items at the bottom and work your way up to the lighter less heavy materials. The history book goes on the bottom, the spelling book goes on top, then the jacket, and then the lunch. • Select a backpack with wide straps. • Wear both shoulder straps when carrying books in the backpack. Using only one strap puts too much strain on one side of the body. • Tighten the straps so the backpack rests in a comfortable position no more than three inches below the waistline. • If a front strap exists, and it should, fasten it securely but do not over-tighten as this will force the shoulders forward. • Observe your child’s posture. If he or she is leaning too far forward and taking short steps or using his or her hands to protect the shoulders from the straps, these are indications that the backpack may be too heavy or is being worn improperly. Be Safe during school Summer is quickly coming to an end and parents and children are preparing for another school year. The Wakulla County School District is reminding parents to take precautions to keep children safe when they head back to school. Jim Griner Safety and Risk Coordinator adds, “Please emphasize safety rules with your children. Their safety is our number one priority.” Safety concerns and/or questions should be forwarded to your child’s school principal, teacher, guidance counselor or safety and risk coordinator, Jim Griner, 926-0065, #271. Pat Jones, Transportation Coordinator, added, “Working together we can keep our children safe. Parents should review school bus rules with their children.” School bus Wait for the bus to stop before approaching it from the
curb. Check to see that no other traffic is coming before crossing. Make sure to always remain in clear view of the bus driver. A child’s behavior at the bus stop is an important aspect of school bus safety. While waiting for the bus, kids should stay out of the street. After getting off the bus, children should, if walking in front of the bus, cross at least 10 feet in front of it. While on the bus, children should
observe the following safety rules: Do not move around on the bus. Remain seated at all times and keep the aisles clear. Don’t throw objects. Keep your head and arms inside the bus at all times. Don’t shout or distract the driver unnecessarily.
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