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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,…

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. 

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…