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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Rotary Academic All-Stars Named From Northview, ECHS, Escambia Academy, Atmore Christian
May 13, 2026
The Atmore Rotary Club has named 175 area high school students as Academic All-Stars during their 41st annual program on Tuesday night.
Over $30,000 in scholarships was awarded to high school seniors based on the number of years they have been an Academic All-Star.
The program recognized outstanding students from Northview High School, Escambia Academy, Escambia County High School, and Atmore Christian School.
In addition, the Rotary Club presented Merit Scholarships to two seniors:
Little John Memorial Scholarship ($2,000): Luke Chavers, Northview High School
William and Mary Grissett Memorial Scholarship ($2,000): Tyler Carach, Northview High School
Those honored as Atmore Rotary Club Academic All-Stars were:
(Four-Year Academic All-Stars are denoted with asterisks.)
NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Northview High School
Freshmen
Alexa Beasley
Brooklynn Bowen
Hartlie Bowman
Forester Bryan
Mazie Burkett
Presley Davey
Nathan Davis
Lillyth Dekker
Maggie DeVries
Aubrey Flowers
Olivia Garrett
Nathan Gilmore
Kyndal Hadley
Kaylee Harris
Sophia Ikner
Olivia Levins
Jeremy Lisenby
Annabelle Lynd
Jacob Marcum
Ava McCann
Camden Miller
Ryan Reynolds
Natalie Rogers
Curtis Smith
Kaden Smith
Summer Weaver
Kinley White
Bryce Yoder
Bailey Yuhasz
Sophomores
Aadan Adams
Jaxon Anderson
Kayde Boettger
Addysen Bolen
Kyleigh Brinkman
Madelyn Calloway
Hailey Carrillo
Kenley Clayton
Logan Diller
Santiago Espinoza Jr.
Parker Ganey
Carmen Garcia
Nicole Garcia
Sawyer Gilmore
William Gilmore
Emma Godwin
Michael Greenwell
Brody Hall
Camden Jacobson
Richard Maxwell
John McAnally
Hunter Parker
Allison Penton
Riley Phillips
Madalynn Pittman
Emma Reynolds
Makinzi Roley
Jackson Salter
Katelyn Sanchez
Avery Trawick
Eli Wiggins
Kaylee Wilson
Juniors
Jayden Arredonda
Camden Borelli
Alvia Brinkman
Asher Creighton
Caley Daharsh
Crimson Davis
Annberly Dunn
Hallie Emmons
Kobi Fiorenti
Amy Floyd
Maria Franco
Brielle Garcia
Hayden Gipson
Ashley Gleason
Lori Hall
Olivia Hall
Presley Johnson
Wesley Lambeth
Kylee Langham
Kaylee Long
Mikayla McAnally
Grace Oliver
Makayla Plato
Daviona Randolph
Dakota Richardson
Lexi Smallwood
Alexis Strength
Raleigh Warr
Allison Yoder
Seniors
Lauren Abbott
Claire Amerson *
Wade Bailey *
Kathryn Beasley
Cameron Bodiford
Jackson Bridges *
Alyssa Brooks
Leah Brooks
Tyler Carach *
Luke Chavers
Kenslee Chavira
Elizabeth Coleman *
Ayden Crabtree
Talaysha Curry *
Aakira Davis
Olivia Doyle
Shelby Greenwell
Kaiden Hall
Keeli Knighten *
Anna Kunkel *
Makenzie Levins
Bryant Mason
Samantha Minchew
Andrew Plant
Braylan Shelly *
Jackson Simmons *
Liam Simonson
Ona Spinks
Maggie Stewart *
Amie Weaver
Peyton Womack
Atmore Christian School
Freshmen
Kendall Harper
Riley Tate
Sophomores
Jenna Kennell
Elizabeth Landis
Juniors
Jordan Overton
Jordan Salter
Senior
Tyson Kennell*
Escambia Academy
Freshmen
Ensley Boykin
Bella Covington
Megan Harter
Marshall Lassiter
Camille Nichols
Athena Wilson
Sophomores
Leah Baggett
Poarcha Bailey
Mara Camp
Kimorah Goldsmith
Izabella Hadley
Cleria McCants
Cameron Perkins
Jackson Sellers
Jett Tillery
Asher Covington
Mary Davis
Marshall Gandy
Traegan James
Aleah Livingston
Lillian Manac
Courtney Richardson
Clinton Sasser
Seniors
Raelynn Manac
Kyler Williams
Escambia County High School
Freshmen
Jayleigh Brown
Diana Garcia
Laya George
Heaven Hartley
Aryanna Jones
Nicholas Sasser
Sophomores
Jyshaviah Knight
LaRodshia Lee
Di’Shaye Richardson
Gabriel Richardson
Ezekiel Riley
Juniors
Janae Dillard
Xamiria English
Khloe Sanders
Seniors
Shaleah Bright
Jalayah Bright-Alexander
Kydajah Brown
Trinity Gray
Amarion Lemon *
Imari Lemon *
Demyia Munlyn
Robert Smith
Pictured: Four-year Atmore Rotary Academic All-Stars. Photo by Andrew Garner/Atmore Advance for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Happy Mother’s Day! Here’s A Peek At Pine Meadow Cupcakes For Mom
May 10, 2026
Happy Mother’s Day!
The Pine Meadow Elementary School PTA recently held a very successful Cupcakes With Mom event, distributing over 900 cupcakes.
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Escambia County Inspirational Student Heroes Honored
May 10, 2026
Cox Communications and the Escambia County Council of PTAs/PTSAs (ECCPTA) came together to recognize 52 remarkable students during the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards and ECCPTA Students of the Year Awards.
The students were honored for demonstrating strength, resilience, and perseverance while overcoming significant personal hardships. From navigating medical challenges and family loss to persevering through difficult personal circumstances, each student has remained committed to personal growth while inspiring classmates, educators, and school communities.
“Cox is honored to shine a spotlight on these extraordinary students whose courage and determination set an example for all of us,” said David Deliman, vice president of Cox’s Gulf Coast market. “Despite the obstacles they’ve faced, these young leaders continue to move forward with optimism and empathy. Their stories remind us of the power of resilience and community support.”
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Students were selected by a committee of school leaders across Escambia County for their ability to persevere through adversity while showing measurable improvement and positively influencing those around them.
“The Escambia County Council on PTAs and PTSAs is proud to celebrate these 52 outstanding students from throughout our county,” said Melanie Gambill, president of the ECCPTA/PTSA. “Their determination, growth, and commitment to success reflect tremendous character. They are truly inspiring, and it is an honor to recognize their achievements.”
During the ceremony, each honoree was presented with a personalized engraved medallion and certificates of honor from United States Senators Ashley Moody, Rick Scott, United States Representative Jimmy Patronis, Florida State Senator Don Gaetz, and Florida State Representatives Alex Andrade and Michelle Salzman. The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners presented a proclamation congratulating all the honorees.
Escambia County’s Cox Inspirational Student Heroes/ECCPTA Students of the Year for 2026 are:
- A.K. Suter Elementary School – John Wasilenko
- Bellview Elementary School – Ava Thomas
- Bellview Middle School – NaKeem Burgess II
- Beulah Elementary School – Kennedy Conway
- Beulah Middle School – Ja’Karius Lewis
- Blue Angels Elementary School – Timothy “Tim” Hayes
- Booker T. Washington High School – Ja’Von Williams
- Bratt Elementary School – Shawn Lewis
- Brentwood Elementary School – Kova Sutton
- Brown Barge Middle School – Danielle “Dani” Reisnour
- Byrneville Elementary School – Blake Mathis
- C.A. Weis Elementary School – Zakiyah Jolly
- Cordova Park Elementary School – Maya Barker
- Ensley Elementary School – Camila Lara
- Ernest Ward Middle School – Lillian Trincher
- Escambia High School – William Mitchell
- Escambia Westgate Center – Chase Statam
- Ferry Pass Elementary School – Emma Bolton
- Ferry Pass Middle School – Samantha “Sam” Ross
- Global Learning Academy – SaRenity Walker
- Hellen Caro Elementary School – Mia Chapman
- Holm Elementary School – Aaliyah Watley
- Hope Horizon – Elementary – Graham Utter
- Hope Horizon – Secondary – Colton Hernandez
- Jim Allen Elementary School – Karter Davis
- Jim C. Bailey Middle School – Cristofer Garcia
- Kingsfield Elementary School – Samson Boardwyne
- Lincoln Park Elementary – Joshua Jones-Foster
- Lipscomb Elementary School – Oliver Wright
- Longleaf Elementary School – Ka’Myriah Stallworth
- McArthur Elementary School – Allyssa Elrod
- Molino Park Elementary – Ryder Phillips
- Montclair Elementary School – Phallon Samuel
- Myrtle Grove Elementary – Dylan Weyand
- N.B. Cook Elementary School – Julian-Reese McClung
- Navy Point Elementary School – Isaiah Nation
- Northview High School – Hannah Jerkins
- O.J. Semmes Elementary School – De’Andre “D.J.” White
- Oakcrest Elementary School – Jaylen Holmes
- Pensacola High School – Jai’Juan McBride
- Pine Forest High School – Ashton Young
- Pine Meadow Elementary School – Conner Warlick
- Pleasant Grove Elementary School – Ray’Una Moton
- Ransom Middle School – Jordan Bryant
- Scenic Heights Elementary School – Braylen Coleman
- Sherwood Elementary School – Makayla Giard
- Success Academy – Kaiden Richardson
- Tate High School – Macy Jensen
- Warrington Elementary School – Lina Weston
- West Florida High School – Zamauriyah Gilliam
- West Pensacola Elementary School – Tony Rand
- Workman Middle School – Jazelle Clother
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Barrineau Park Historical Society Awards Five Scholarships
May 8, 2026
The Barrineau Park Historical Society recently presented five scholarships.
Recipients were:
Carter Hayden was the recipient of a $1,000 Barrineau Park Historical Society scholarship. He will attend Mississippi State University.
Austin Jackson was the recipient of a $1,000 Barrineau Park Historical Society scholarship. He will attend the University of West Florida.
Ava Jacobi was awarded a $1,000 Lynda Minchew scholarship. She will attend the University of West Florida.
Sa Dayveon “Davy” Bradley was alwarded a $500 Mildred Haupert scholarship. He will attend Lincoln University in Pennsylvania.
Ayden Crabtree was awarded the $500 Louis Crabtree, Jr. scholarship. He will attend the University of West Florida.
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Jim Allen Elementary Students Among Hundreds Attending Blue Wahoos Education Day Game
May 7, 2026
Students from Jim Allen Elementary School were among hundreds who attended a Pensacola Blue Wahoos Education Day game on Wednesday at Blue Wahoos Stadium.
American Idol Top 3 finalist Keyla Richardson made a surprise appearance at the game.
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