Ransom Middle School’s Lauren Samo Named Beyond START Mentor Of The Month
March 4, 2026
Escambia County Public Schools’ Professional Learning Department had recognized Lauren Samo of Ransom Middle School as the September Beyond START Mentor of the Month. The award was presented on Monday morning. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Middle Names Students Of The Month
March 2, 2026
Ernest Ward Middle School recently named their January Students and Employee of the Month.
Pictured (L-R) with Principal Tyvanna Boulanger, they are: Brantley Driver, sixth grade; Hadley Weaver, seventh grade; and McKenzie Norton, eighth grade.
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Northview High School Names Students Of The Month
March 1, 2026
Northview High School recently named its January Students of the Month. Pictured with Principal Michael Sherrill, they are James Smith and Grace Oliver. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High School Meats Evaluation Team Takes Third At Florida State Fair
March 1, 2026
The Tate High School FFA Meats Science Evaluation team earned third place at the Florida State Fair in Tampa.
Madison Wise earned an impressive fourth place overall in the state in the highly competitive field. Maegan Coleman, Luke Graham, and Louis Hartjen were also on the award-winning team, coached by Melissa Gibbs.
The Meats Science Evaluation contest is no small task. Identifying 40 retail cuts of beef, pork, and lamb requires intense study and attention to detail. In addition, correctly determining the species, identifying the wholesale cut, and selecting the appropriate cookery method for each retail cut demonstrates a high level of technical knowledge and practical understanding of the meat industry.
The team will advance to the state level final contest in April at the University of Florida Animal Science Meat laboratory. FFA members will be evaluating retail cut classes, beef and pork carcasses, wholesale cuts, and determine beef quality and yield grades, as well as identifying 40 more retail cuts. The contest will challenge each member’s skills and academic preparation as industry standards are implemented with precision and confidence.
Gibbs said the team “represented Tate FFA with professionalism, skill, and excellence at one of the most competitive events in the state. This achievement reflects countless hours of practice and a strong commitment to agricultural education.”
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Northview High FFA Holds Teacher And Staff Appreciation Breakfast
February 26, 2026
The Northview High School FFA hosted a teacher and staff appreciation breakfast on Wednesday morning as part of National FFA Week.
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Pine Meadow Elementary Hosts ‘Donuts With Dad’
February 24, 2026
Pine Meadow Elementary School recently hosted “Donuts With Dads”.
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Beulah Middle School FFA Visits Over 900 Elementary Students For Hands-On Agriculture Day
February 23, 2026
Last week, leaders from the Beulah Middle School FFA Chapter visited more than 900 students at Beulah Elementary School for an engaging and interactive agricultural learning experience.
While learning about the five essential elements plants need to grow—water, sunlight, soil, air, and warmth—each student created a necklace containing a cotton seed. Students were especially excited to learn how cotton grows—from seed to harvest—and how it is used in everyday products.
In addition to plant science, FFA members shared information about the Beulah Middle School farm and the many opportunities students have to be involved in agricultural education and FFA. Each class also met one of the farm animals that made the trip, providing a memorable, up-close agricultural experience.
Teachers were provided with follow-up educational materials, including books about growing cotton and peanuts, student worksheets, and FFA-themed coloring sheets to continue the learning in their classrooms.
The newest addition to the Beulah farm—a sweet lamb—also joined the group and greeted every student as they exited the cafeteria, making the day even more special.
“It was an incredible day of leadership, service, and agricultural education, and we are so proud of our Beulah Middle School FFA students for representing our program so well,” FFA sponsor Leanna Jenkins said.
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Lipscomb Elementary School Holds Family STEM Night (Gallery)
February 23, 2026
The Lipscomb Elementary School PTA recently hosted a family STEAM night.
The event included performances by the Lipscomb Chorus, MESS Hall activities, free pizza, and all students had artwork on display. District staff were also on hand to answer questions about the Focus Parent Portal or Canvas.
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Escambia Westgate’s Very Special Mardi Gras Parade (With Photo Gallery)
February 21, 2026
Let the good times roll!
The 33rd annual Mardi Gras parade was held Friday morning at Escambia Westgate School — a very special parade for the school’s special needs students.
With plenty of beads, trinkets, smiles, and Mardi Gras krewes, the parade rolled through the school parking lot for students with sensory issues that might not otherwise be able to attend a regular Mardi Gras parade.
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Ernest Ward Middle School Horse Judging Team Places At State Finals
February 21, 2026
The Ernest Ward Middle School Horse Judging team competed in the state finals at the Florida State Fair.
The team placed 15th overall, and Harleigh Grace Parsons earned the highest individual score on the team with a 10th-place win.
The team is coached by sisters Courtney and Stephanie Solari.
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