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School district releases student enrollment numbers

cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Student enrollment numbers for the Washington County School District were published as part of a report for a Nov. 13 school board meeting. Overall enrollment numbers as of Nov. 8, 2023, are lower than the level recorded in 2015. However, enrollment has fluctuated over the years. Depending on the particular year you look at,…

Washington County School Board member recognized by Florida School Boards Association
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Washington County School Board member recognized by Florida School Boards Association

Due to her community work, Cindy Johnson Brown of the Washington County School Board has been recognized as an Emerging Leader by the Florida School Boards Association. The distinction is given to school board members who document a minimum of 48 hours of training in leadership, advocacy, and knowledge, a news release said. Brown is…

Students receive awards during Washington County School Board meeting
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Students receive awards during Washington County School Board meeting

cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Students got to pose with awards and smile as their parents took pictures during a Washington County School Board meeting on Monday, Oct. 9. Numerous students were recognized for various accomplishments, from winning a silver medal at the Florida Special Olympics to getting perfect test scores. 

Washington County School District prepares for new voluntary pre-kindergarten center 
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Washington County School District prepares for new voluntary pre-kindergarten center 

COLLIN BREAUX cbreaux@kentsmith.biz As emphasis continues on preparing children for education at younger ages in Florida and across the country, the Washington County School District is following suit. A new voluntary pre-kindergarten (VPK) center is being built in Chipley to prepare children while still in their formative years. VPK services are currently offered in WCSD…

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Chipley High seniors, parents organize fundraisers for 2024 Grad Night

NAN THOMPSONnthompson@kentsmith.biz Only three months into the school year, preparation for the Chipley High School 2024 Grad Night has already begun.  Mark Brock said the seniors voted and brought it back to Chipley. The 2024 senior class project graduation will be held at the Washington County Agricultural Center in Chipley.  Project Graduation is an opportunity…

Vernon High culinary program receives Rachel Ray grant
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Vernon High culinary program receives Rachel Ray grant

NAN THOMPSONnthompson@kentsmith.biz Three years into the culinary arts program at Vernon High School and things are moving forward.  The 80 students currently enrolled are waiting for improvements to their culinary class, which will be financed through grants. Once completed, the class will have a commercial 5 burner stove, dishwasher, and new countertops.  “This will be…