Ransom Middle School Academic Team Conquers National Championships, Earns Global Bids
June 9, 2026
The Ransom Middle School Academic Team put on a historic performance at the International Academic Competitions Middle & Elementary School Nationals in Orlando.
Facing off against a massive field of over 2,200 public, magnet, private, and homeschooled students from across the United States, Ransom players solidified their place among the nation’s elite, securing multiple spots in upcoming international olympiads during IAC’s largest tournament ever.
In the National Science Bee, Levi Cox, Sydney Cox, James Corvin, and Cutter Rhodes qualified for the 2028 International Science Championships in Washington, DC. Cutter Rhodes’s final ranking is #79 nationwide.
In the National History Bee, James Corvin and Sydney Cox furthered the team’s success by qualifying for the 2027 International History Olympiad in London.
In the team event, the National History Bowl, James Corvin, Levi Cox, Sydney Cox, and Cutter Rhodes were joined by Zackary Cox, a rising sixth-grader playing for Ransom. The rounds were exciting, and these players played so well against much more experienced teams, keeping the scores close through the afternoon.
Cutter Rhodes also participated in the Spelling Bee and took the Map and Flag Exam. He placed third in the Spelling Championships_ and secured first place in the Jeopardy Charity Games.
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Didgeridoo Down Under Show Visits Century Library; Coming To Molino Saturday
June 5, 2026
An epic adventure to “The Land Down Under” came to life on Thursday at the Century Branch Library, bringing Australian music, culture, and high-energy fun to local residents.
The library hosted the Didgeridoo Down Under Show, an interactive performance that fused comedy, character building, and storytelling with loads of audience movement. Attendees moved and grooved to the pulsing, otherworldly rhythms of the didgeridoo—an instrument played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years.
The educational and motivational show also introduced the audience to amazing Australian creatures like a live blue-tongued skink and several plushies.
The Didgeridoo Down Under Show will be presented again at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Molino Library.
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Jessica Rhea Named Bratt Elementary Volunteer Of The Year
June 3, 2026
Jessica Rhea was named the Bratt Elementary School Volunteer of the Year. Rhea logged 172 volunteer hours during the last school year. Pictured: Bratt Elementary School Principal Amy McCrory (left) and Volunteer of the Year Jessica Rhea. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Escambia Farm Bureau Awards Two Scholarships
May 31, 2026
For the second year, Escambia County Farm Bureau recently presented a scholarship to two graduating North Escambia seniors.
The $2,500 scholarships were presented to Allen Bridgers from Tate High School and Mary Oliver from Northview High School.
Pictured top: Escambia County Farm Bureau President Jerry Sheppard presents a scholarship to Allen Bridgers from Tate High. Pictured below: Escambia County Farm Bureau Office Manager Katrina Sanford presents a scholarship check to Mary Oliver from Northview High. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Sunset Wildlife Connection Brings Animal Encounters To Century, Molino Libraries
May 29, 2026
Kids had a chance to get up close and personal with nature on Thursday morning, during Sunset Wildlife Connection’s Animal Encounters at the Century Library.
They learned each animal’s story, how to make a difference to wild animals, and more.
Sunset Wildlife Connection of Molino also presented the program on Tuesday at the Molino Library.
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Ransom Middle School Names Students of The Month
May 28, 2026
Ransom Middle School named Madisyn Mott (seventh grade) and Jackson Pitt (eighth grade) as Students of the Month for April. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Middle School Names Final Students, Employees Of The Month
May 27, 2026
Ernest Ward Middle School named its Students and Employees of the Month for the final three months of the school year.
May Employee of the Month is science teacher Tracy Bozeman, and Students of the Month are Ryleigh Crabtree, eighth grade; Colton Hopper, seventh grade; and Charlie Trawick, sixth grade.
April Students of the Month are Henry Cook, sixth grade; Jaelyn Connors, seventh grade; Jadon Long, eighth grade; and Employee of the Month is Kevin Knowles, PE teacher and coach.
March Students and Employee of the Month are Marlee McElhaney, sixth grade; Rachael Garrison, seventh grade; Walker Maughon, eight grade; and Yolanda Fountain, teacher assistant.
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Ernest Ward Middle School Presents Student Awards
May 26, 2026
Ernest Ward Middle School presented student awards during last week of school programs.
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Here’s The Schedule And Video Links For This Week’s Escambia County Graduations
May 25, 2026
Graduations will be held Tuesday and Wednesday for Escambia County Schools at the Pensacola Bay Center.
Here is the schedule:
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
- Pensacola High School, 9:00 p.m. [Video]
- Northview High School, 12:15 p.m. [Video]
- West Florida High School, 2:30 p.m. [Video]
- Escambia High School, 5:30 p.m. [Video]
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
- Tate High School, 9:00 a.m. [Video]
- Escambia County Virtual, 12:15 p.m. [Video]
- Pine Forest High School, 2:30 p.m. [Video]
- Washington High School, 5:30 p.m. [Video]
Pictured: 2025 graduates for Tate and Northview high schools. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Seniors Return To Jim Allen Elementary
May 25, 2026
Former Jim Allen Elementary School students returned for a Senior Walk.
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