Oh, The Places You’ll Go: Molino Park Elementary Holds Senior Walk
May 23, 2026
Molino Park Elementary School held its annual Senior Walk on Friday for former Eagles.
Several seniors also enjoyed storytime in the library with “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” by Dr. Seuss.
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Ernest Ward Middle School Holds 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
May 22, 2026
Thursday morning, Ernest Ward Middle School held a promotion ceremony for eighth grade students.
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Jim Allen Elementary Holds Fifth Grade Banquet, Promotion Ceremony
May 21, 2026
Jim Allen Elementary School held a banquet and promotion ceremony this week for fifth graders.
The event was a special time to recognize the students’ achievements, growth, and all the memories made along the way.
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Escambia Extension Installs, Plants New Pollinator Garden At Century Library
May 21, 2026
The Escambia County Extension Service Horticulture team installed and planted a Pollinator Garden at the Century Library on Wednesday.
The garden includes a mix of native and Florida friendly plants for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds grown by Escambia County Master Gardener volunteers. The garden was planted in Bloom Compost from the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority.
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Non-profit Gifts Fishing Rods To Century Youth To Close Outreach Program
May 19, 2026
The non-profit Extra Mile Club Straight Up Soul Train Club closed its Friday-only outreach program at Century Woods Apartments by gifting fishing rods to 25 youth.
The youth also enjoyed pizza on Friday afternoon at the apartment complex’s playground.
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Dedria’s Gift Awards Annual Scholarships To Three High School Graduates
May 17, 2026
Dedria’s Gift recently presented 3 Flomaton High School graduates with scholarships.
The recipients were Ja-Ni’Yah Thomas, Ava Flores, and Noah Flores.
Dedria’s Gift honors the memory of 11-year-old Dedria Robinson, who was killed in a 2005 automobile accident. Her parents, Reginald and Rita Robinson, established Dedria’s Gift to keep her memory alive.
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Ernest Ward Middle School FFA Holds Annual Banquet
May 17, 2026
The annual Ernest Ward Middle School FFA banquet was held Friday evening at the school.
The FFA recognized outstanding members, incoming and outgoing officers, and presented several recognitions.
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Ernest Ward Middle School Hiring New Agriculture Teacher For Growing Program
May 15, 2026
Dolly the goat was not terribly excited about posing for pictures on Thursday afternoon at Ernest Ward Middle School in Walnut Hill.
But agriculture students and FFA members were excited about the future of their program.
“Do we have a teacher yet?”
“Who is it? We can’t wait!” the students pressed Principal Tyvanna Boulanger for hints.
Escambia County Public Schools is hiring an agriculture teacher for the next school year.
The selected candidate will facilitate the Agriculture program at Ernest Ward and sponsor the FFA student organization. They will facilitate several school-based programs each year, including a FFA banquet and an appreciation breakfast, and will travel with students to multiple competitions.
The school’s facilities include an outdoor learning lab that currently has goats and chickens, and a greenhouse.
“Can we get a cow?”
“Or a pig?”
The students are anxious to see the program, which has roots that can be traced back to a one-room log schoolhouse built in 1886, continue to grow and thrive.
Dolly, by the way, and the other goats were happy to pose for a few pictures after a little attention and an afternoon snack.
Pictured: Ag students and FFA members at the school’s agriscience facilities on Thursday afternoon. Dolly is the white goat. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Northview High and Ernest Ward Middle Bands Present Joint Spring Concert
May 14, 2026
The Northview High School and Ernest Ward Middle School bands held their joint Spring Concert this week at Northview.
The Ernest Ward Advanced Band performed American Spirit March and Chorale and Mystic Chant.
Northview Jazz Ensemble performances included American Patrol and My Funny Valentine. The Northview Concert Band performed selections including Golden and Rising From The Earth.
The bands are all under the direction of Garsche Roble.
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Tate High Drama Celebrates Successful Year With Final Curtain Call For Seniors
May 13, 2026
The Tate High School Theatre program recently celebrated a successful year with a final curtain call for seniors.
This year, the program inducted 29 new Thespians into the troupe — the largest induction class in program history. The highest number of students ever involved in the club prior to this year was twenty-seven, meaning that this season the program more than doubled in size.
The final curtain call provided an opportunity to celebrate seniors as they took the Tate stage one final time, while recognizing several outstanding students with Legacy Awards for their leadership, service, and commitment to the performing arts.
Legacy Award Recipients were:
- Dorothy Lister “En Pointe” Award: Izzy Killebrew and Micah Frazier
- Neil Cobb “In The Wings” Award: Drew Crutchfield
- Ricky Still “Rising Star” Award: Gabriella Hardy
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