Rotary Academic All-Stars Named From Four Area Schools
May 15, 2015
The Atmore Rotary Club recognized about 130 area high school students as Academic All-Stars Thursday night
The Academic All-Star program is open to students who attend Northview High School, Atmore Christian School, Escambia County High School or Escambia Academy. To be named an Academic All-Star, a student must have maintained at least a B average in every subject for each grading period of the school year, with at least one A for each grading period.
Those who have maintained this status from the 9th through the 12th grades, were honored as Four-Year Academic All-Stars (pictured top). Every senior received a scholarship. The Four-Year Academic All Stars received a $750 scholarship, three year All Stars were awarded $350, two year All Stars received $250, and one year senior All Stars received $150.
The Randolph B. Luttrell, Sr.Scholarship, valued at $2,000, was presented to Ty’Anthony Riley of Escambia County High School. The Mary Joyner Grissett Memorial Scholarship, also for $2,000, was presented to Christin Simpkins of Escambia County High School.
All total, more than $24,000 in scholarships were awarded by the Atmore Rotary Club.
Guest speaker for the event was Russ Wood, a member of Alabama Coach Bear Bryant’s final football team and a director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
“As a player he (Bear Bryant) intimidated you,” Wood said. “Coach Bryant had that mannerism that he expected so much. He wanted us to get a little better every day.”
“You are a role model,” he said, addressing the Academic All-Stars. “Getting this award, you are role model to someone. Be a positive role model.”
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Those honored as Atmore Rotary Club Academic All Stars were:
(Four-Year Academic All-Stars are denoted with asterisks)
ATMORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
9th Grade
- Charlie Gandy
- Jasmina Stahly
11th Grade
- Madelyn Boatwright
- Cleveland Corley
- Christopher Gehman
- Ethan Heller
- Nathan Jurjevich
12th Grade
- Annie Bobo
- Caleb Hochstetler **
- Wesley Hostetler **
- Darren Landis **
- Alexandria Martin
ESCAMBIA ACADEMY
9th Grade
- Jackson Breckenridge
- Austin Williams
10th Grade
- Kallie Byrd
- Eli Godwin
- Paolo Gorme
- Bailey Lancaster
- Abby Smith
11th Grade
- Noah Blue
- Bradley Campbell
- Saige Garrett
- Kajal Patel
- Mikayla Spruill
- Jennifer Weaver
12th Grade
- Scott Brantley
- Claire Dawe **
- Megan Fournier
- Jessica Glick
- Baylie Godwin
- Garrett Kirk **
- Natalie Lassiter
- Auden Lassitter
- Cecily McCullough
- Anna Catherine Sasser **
- Nate Smith **
- Lindsey Weatherford
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HIGH
9th Grade
- Lazarrian Boykin
- Alleria Brooks
- Josaline Hollinger
- Terriana McNeil
- Adrienne Tedder
- Keyaira Wilson
10th Grade
- Jade Adams
- Anthony Beckham
- Chille’ Ford
- Tyranie Henderson
- Derik Kidd
- Triston Knott
- Justin Pearson
- Trey Price
- Wilneshia Robinson
- Ariel Whatley
11th Grade
- Brent Akins
- Daniel Currie
- Alexandria Hinton
- Xavier Leslie
- Chyla Lindsey
- Paige Martin
- Emmanuel Morris
- Gerald Norris
12th Grade
- Dominique Beckham
- Ta’Carra Black
- Alexis Clark
- Kaylee Cox
- Ashley English
- Rodrick Felder **
- O’Shea Fountain
- Robert Henderson **
- Benjamin Hubert
- Lyricia Johnson **
- Raven Lewis
- Cheyanne McKinley
- Ty’Anthony Riley
- Christin Simpkins **
- Jazmine Sinquefield
- Anissa Watson
NORTHVIEW HIGH
9th Grade
- Elisabeth Claire Amerson
- Anna Belle Barberree
- Logan Daniel Calloway
- Kayla Nicole Galvan
- Bria Ashlynn Hardy
- Bailee Brianna Hinote
- Triston Parker Long
- Hannah Mascaro
- Hannah Grace Nelson
- Sarah Elizabeth Perritt
- Jacob Andrew White
- Tara Faith Windham
10th Grade
- Alyssa Brianna Borelli
- Emily Michelle Heard
- Rachel Nickole Irby
- Adrian Daniel King
- Brandon Edward Korinchak
- Mitchel l James Singleton
- Brianna Morgan Smith
- Jada Mona Tucker
- David Conrad Weber
- Hadley Marie Woodfin
11th Grade
- Lillie Kathryn Allen
- Lawrence CW Douglas
- Sarah Elizabeth Dutton
- Leah Grace Fischer
- Abbie Elizabeth Johnson
- Trevor Dale Levins
- Moriah Renee’ McGahan
- Jason Andrew Perritt
- Benjamin Tate Preston
- Bethany Cheyenne Reynolds
- Savanna Brianne Roux
- Jordan Caroline Taylor
- Harmoni Faith Till
- Bradley Andrew Van Pelt
- Brittney Christina Ward
- Haylee Alease Weaver
- Madison Paige Weber
- Courtney Bryce Weekley
12th Grade
- Tristan Taylor Brown
- Megan Paige Bryan **
- Kristen Renae Byrd
- Matthew Ryan Chavers
- Kendal Brooke Cobb **
- Tiffani Amber Cruce
- Austin Blake Cunningham **
- Iyanna Latice Davidson
- Hannah Elizabeth Gibson
- Kaitlyn Grace Kline
- Adriann Dawn Lee
- Jessica Leigh McCullough **
- Aaron Thomas McDonald **
- Tristan Hunter Portwood
- Mallory Mason Ryan **
- Rachel Caroline Sepulveda
- Shania Lynn Wardt
Pictured top: Four year Academic All Stars honored Thursday night by the Atmore Rotary Club were (front, L-R) Christin Simpkins, Kendal Brooke Cobb, Megan Paige Bryan, Anna Catherine Sasser, Claire Dawe, Nate Smith and Austin Blake Cunningham, (back, L-R) Lyricia Johnson, Robert J. Henderson Jr., Rodrick Felder, Wesley David Hostetler, Caleb Hochstetler, Darren Landis and Garrett Kirk. Not pictured are Jessica McCullough, Aaron McDonald and Mallory Ryan. Pictured below: Many of the Northview High School recipients. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Local Students Shine At Sunshine Math Competition
May 15, 2015
Over 600 third, fourth and fifth grades took part in the recent Sunshine Math Competition in Escambia County. Winners of the event held at Washington High School were:
Individual Competition Winners
3rd Grade
- 1st Place: Grayson Jackson—Jim Allen Elementary School
- 2nd Place: Sierra Knight—Hellen Caro Elementary School
- 3rd Place: Nicholas Khan—Hellen Caro Elementary School
4th Grade
- 1st Place: Drake Salter—NB Cook Elementary School
- 2nd Place: Leila Owens—Pine Meadow Elementary School
- 3rd Place: Nina Burt—Brentwood Elementary School
5th Grade
- 1st Place: Wassim Khabou—Cordova Park Elementary School
- 2nd Place: Isaac Batz—Hellen Caro Elementary School
- 3rd Place: Michael Hall—McArthur Elementary School
Team Competition Winners
3rd Grade
- 1st Place: Cordova Park Elementary School- Team 2
- Aubrey Miller, Tony Lipnicky, Ava DeJong, William Westerheim
- 2nd Place: Bratt Elementary School—Team 1
- Raegan Abbott, Carsyn Dortch, Mason Edwards, Jacob Spence
- 3rd Place: McArthur Elementary School—Team 1
- Tyler Zobel, Eric Banagan, Kloey Bradley, Clay Philley
4th Grade
- 1st Place: Molino Park Elementary School—Team 1
- Alyssa Jackson, Brycelyn Woodward, Karson Brown, Ethan Collier
- 2nd Place: Pine Meadow Elementary School—Team 1
- Audra Davis, Kali Hurst, Leila Owens, Jacob Young
- 3rd Place: Pine Meadow Elementary School—Team 2
- Max Fina, Ian Delay, Katherine Bradshaw, Marina Deubler
5th Grade
- 1st Place: Hellen Caro Elementary School—Team 1
- Lauren LaCour, Alexis Orr, Christian Hall, Isaac Batz
- 2nd Place: Jim Allen Elementary School—Team 1
- Alyssa Daniels, Ryan Dykes, Christian Meadows, Jaxson Stafford
- 3rd Place: A.K. Suter Elementary School—Team 1
- Tommy Bucco, Maria Grissett, Ibby Green, Gavin McKeon
Pictured top: The Molino Park Elementary School 4th Grade Math Team earned first place in the Escambia County Sunshine Math competition. Pictured are: (L-R) Alyssa Jackson, Brycelyn Woodward, Karson Brown and Ethan Collier. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Fallen Law Officers Honored
May 14, 2015
Fallen offices were honored across Florida this week.
Fifteen Escambia County deputies have died in the line of duty — the first in 1923 and the most recent, Lt. George Hura, Jr., in 2004. A memorial service honoring them was held Wednesday, with roses placed on a law enforcement memorial (top photo).
Santa Rosa County honored fallen officers on Tuesday (pictured left).
And Secretary Julie Jones and members of the Florida Department of Corrections (DOC) leadership team Wednesday honored fallen correctional officers and employees during a wreath laying ceremony at Wakulla Correctional Institution (pictured below). “Each day thousands of brave men and women put their lives on the line to ensure the safety of Florida families,” Secretary Jones said. “Today, and every day, we honor and remember the bravery of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the State of Florida.”
Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Middle Names Students Of The Month
May 13, 2015
Ernest Ward Middle School has named Students of the Month for April. They are (L-R) Susannah Amerson, 8th grade; Cloe Smith, 7th grade; and Lane Wilson, 6th grade. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Northview FFA Names New Officer Team
May 12, 2015
Monday, the Northview High School FFA announced officers for the 2015-2016 school year. They are:
President- Haylee Weaver
Vice President- Mitchell Singleton
2nd Vice President- Bethany Reynolds
Secretary- Courtney Weekley
Treasurer- Tamara Barrows
Reporter- Kaitlyn Kleinatland
Sentinel- Tabitha Chavers
Chaplain- Cody Kite
Historian- Donnie Dixon
Photographer- Breanna Campbell
Public Relations- Emma Fennell
The Northview High School FFA has been continuously honored at top chapter in Florida and the nation.
Pictured top: : On behalf of the Northview FFA, Haylee Weaver (right) and Bethany Reynolds (center) receive the Three Star Chapter award on live national television during the National FFA Convention in Louisville, KY, last October. Image for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Softball Baby Gender Reveal: The Pitch Is Good…It’s A Girl!
May 11, 2015
A single softball pitch and an explosion of pink made Mother’s Day extra special for mom-to-be Ali Martin of Bratt.
Ali and boyfriend Marshall Rolin are expecting a baby in mid-October. The couple picked a gender reveal that was a bit different than most — an “exploding” softball filled with colored chalk. Both love softball, and decided that it would be a home run way to answer the big boy or girl question.
Neither knew the gender..Ali was given a sealed envelope by the ultrasound tech last Wednesday. She made two softballs, one filled with blue chalk, the other with pink. They looked exactly the same, so she placed them in bags with a note labeling which was which.
Sunday at the ballpark, Ali’s cousin Sydney McGhee went to her car, opened the envelope and picked the correct softball to be pitched before family and friends. No one else knew before the pitch.
“I was really nervous about pitching it,” she said. Ali wound up and pitched it to Marshall, who slammed the ball into an explosion of pink.
“I’m extremely excited about it,” she said Sunday night, now knowing that she has a little girl on the way. “Now that we know the gender and everything, I am so excited for the big day.”
The couple has not yet picked a name for their little girl, but they already know they’d like her to have the initials “MJR”. Marshall, his mom, his dad and his two brothers all share the initials “MJR”.
“I just pray that I can be the best mom to my sweet little girl and give her everything she deserves and even more,” Ali said. “My heart is so full of happiness and love, that I can’t imagine how I will feel when the big day is finally here. I am so ready for it.”
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Dinner Theater: Murder Mystery ‘Crazy Quilt Club’
May 10, 2015
Byrneville Elementary School presented a dinner theater performance of the the “Crazy Quilt Club” Saturday night at the school. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photo Gallery: Northview High Presents ‘Hairspray’
May 10, 2015
The Northview High School Theatre Department presented the Broadway musical “Hairspray” Friday and Saturday nights.
For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery, click to enlarge.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Local Scouts Volunteer At Horse Rescue
May 10, 2015
Local scouts spent their Saturday morning volunteering at Panhandle Equine Rescue in Cantonment. The scouts from Troop 628 pulled weeds, picked up sticks, cleared fences and performed other barn chores for the nonprofit horse rescue group. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
School For Learning Disabled May Expand To Century
May 8, 2015
There could be a new school in Century’s future, and area residents had the opportunity to learn more about it during a free lunch on Saturday.
East Hill Academy operates schools for children with learning disabilities in Pensacola and Milton. They have entered the Century Business Challenge, which will provide $25,000 in startup cash and a location, in hope of opening a similar academy in Century to serve the North Escambia area.
East Hill Academy is a private non-profit organization providing educational services to children (grades 1-12) with Autism and other related disorders. The school seeks to help students succeed when otherwise their learning disabilities make it impractical to place them in a regular school setting. East Hill currently serves about 60 students.
“The teaching philosophy of EHA is based on the belief that education should be designed to encourage each student’s unique potential and character. The learning experience should be structured, supportive and participatory. The school environment should be a dynamic and nurturing place of learning, where respect is a part of the educational process,” according to the school’s website.
The meeting concerning the possible “Century Academy School” was held Saturday.
Pictured: East Hill Academy on Garden Street in Pensacola. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.