Local Elementary Students Shine At Sunshine Math Competition
April 17, 2025
Nearly 500 students from 23 elementary schools in the Escambia County Public Schools district participated in 2025 Annual Sunshine Math Competition recently.
Co-sponsored by the Escambia County Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the event brought together bright young minds from third, fourth, and fifth grades for a day of spirited academic competition.
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Top Third Grade Individual Winners:
- Grayson Polk – Blue Angel
- Draper Dupree – Pine Meadow
- Samuel Goble – Bellview
- Liam Alamazan – Beulah
- Cambria Marroquin – Bellview
- Thien My Nguyen – Lipscomb
- David Menard – Pine Meadow
- Jackson Gray – AK Suter
- Abigail Kusy – Pine Meadow
- Benjamin Nguon – Lipscomb
Top Third Grade Teams:
- Pine Meadow Team B: Lucas Albano, John Butler, Draper Dupree, Natalie Smith
- Jim Allen Team B: Chase Dunlap, Bryson Salon, Penelope Clyburn, Desmond Mims
- Bellview Team B: Samuel Goble, Amarii Wilson, Emily Green, Princess Agcaoili
- Jim Allen Team A: Elizabeth Cooley, Piper Allen, Lukas Hattabough, Paisley Black
- Pine Meadow Team A: Benjamin Pearce, Abigail Kusy, David Menard, Gracie Ballwey
Top Fourth Grade Individual Winners:
- Dowling Butler – Pine Meadow
- Salvatore Gargiulo – Blue Angel
- Beatriz Diniz – Pine Meadow
- Geovanny Sanchez – Scenic Heights
- Jace Johnson – Kingsfield
- Keayon Fields – Pine Meadow
- Lyric McHenry – Jim Allen
- Parker Nichols – Beulah
- Bryson Windham – Beulah
- Daniel Ryan – Pine Meadow
Top Fourth Grade Teams:
- Pine Meadow Team A: Dowling Butler, Daniel Galvez, Beatriz Diniz, Evelyn Rowley
- Kingsfield Team A: Conner Gormely, Easton Bellringer, Jace Johnson, Haper Dove
- Pine Meadow Team B: Daniel Ryan, Allegra McCaw, Keayon Fields, Craig Macks
- Jim Allen Team A: Lyric McHenry, Taka Lindsay, Thea Helms, Easton Cobb
- Beulah Team A: Lana Pham, Bryson Windham, Carly Syverson, Parker Nichols
Top Fifth Grade Individual Winners:
- Pax Fisher – Pine Meadow
- Skylar Gibbons – Pine Meadow
- Liam Olson – Pine Meadow
- Deleia Marshall – Pine Meadow
- Jaxson Albano – Pine Meadow
- Avery Smith – Beulah
- Kenneth Eichelberg – Beulah
- Grayson Pettit – Scenic Heights
- Harper Peeterse – Pine Meadow
- Henry List – Beulah
Top Fifth Grade Teams:
- A.K. Suter Team A: Ezra Johnson, Isla Rex, Dempsey Henry, Nathalia Ramos
- Pine Meadow Team A: Skylar Gibbons, Deleia Marshall, Liam Olson, Harper Peeterse
- Hellen Caro Team A: Rowen Lefler, Skipper Ward, Lael Armendariz
- N.B. Cook Team B: James Chavez, Silas Chivers, Rylind Morgan, Lucas Senkbeil
- Scenic Heights Team A: Odette Brown, Alexandria Allen, Louis Tran, Grayson Pettit
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Kingsfield Elementary Shines With Literacy Night (With Gallery)
April 15, 2025
Kingsfield Elementary School recently transformed into a hub of literary excitement last week, hosting a movie theme literacy night for enthusiastic students and families.
Students explored a multitude of interactive stations. From interactive literacy-themed games that sparked creativity to bookmark-making stations, there was something for everyone.
For a photo gallery, click here.
The Tate High School Drama Department hosted a Reader’s Theater. The school’s Book Fair was also a popular destination, providing students with the opportunity to discover new literary treasures.
Cosmos Kids Yoga provided a wonderful opportunity for families to participate in healthy activities, and the STEAM booths brought hands on learning to the students.
Special guests included Escambia County Schools Superintendent Keight Leonard, Escambia County Commissioner Steven Barry, and Bullwinkle from Sam’s Fun City.
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Northview High 2025 Prom King And Queen Named
April 13, 2025
Lacey Sapp was named prom queen, and Dee Jefferson was named prom king at the Northview High School 2025 prom Saturday night.
The prom court was Noah Goslee, Mary Catherine Hughes, Lacey Sapp, Dee Jefferson, Beau Daw, and Colton Criswell.
The prom, “Golden Hour” was held at the Sanders Beach Resource Center in Pensacola.
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Tate Geometry And Pre-Cal Teams Shine At Tournament
April 10, 2025
Tate High School’s geometry and precalculus teams recently placed at the Nicky Walker Math Tournament, held at Milton High School.
The Tate geometry team took first place, with members Kristina Vasileva, Bryan Chen, Aden Bailey, Fathi Abuokab, and Christopher Pennewell leading the charge. They were coached by Cody Nelson.
The precalculus team claimed 2nd place, thanks to the efforts of Courtney Reichard, Hayden Graybill, Carter Hayden, and Lawson Killingsworth. Their success came under the guidance of coach Rachel Wisdom.
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Cantonment Masonic Lodge Honors And Adopts Ernest Ward Middle School Educators
April 10, 2025
Cantonment Masonic Lodge #322 honored several educators from Ernest Ward Middle School recently.
The Lodge recognized Teacher of the Year Maria Willis. They also adopted two novice teachers, Courtney Barrow and MaryBeth Geary.
Additionally, the Lodge formally adopted Ernest Ward Middle School as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting local education initiatives.
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Nine Local Students Named Florida FFA 2025 State Degree Candidates
April 8, 2025
Florida FFA on Monday announced the named of nine local students who applied and have been selected as a candidate to receive the coveted State FFA.
The State FFA Degree is the highest honor bestowed upon any regular member of the Florida FFA Association. Each candidate will be recognized and will receive their degree on the main stage during the 5th General Session of the 97th Florida FFA Convention and Expo at the Caribe Royale in Orlando this June.
The 2025 State Degree candidates from North Escambia are:
Tate High School
- Kaydon Biggs
- Blakely Campbell
- Christian Hollingsworth
- Brooke Hoomes
- Phoenix Myrick
- Ellen Rigby
Northview High School
- Jackson Bridges
- Tyler Gilmore
- Andrew Manning
Tate Showband Members Receive Superiors At State Solo And Ensemble
April 5, 2025
Several members of the Tate High School Showband of the South received a superior rating for their performance at the State Solo and Ensemble last weekend in Tallahassee.
Senior:
- Jax Hardnack
- Brooklyn Summerlin
Junior:
- Carter Hayden
Freshman:
- Mason Soto
- Kendra McDonald
- Gracie Ferlo
- Jaren Ridgon
Not pictured: Jax Hardnack and Brooklyn Summerlin. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ransom Middle School Names Students Of The Month
April 4, 2025
Ransom Middle School recently announced their February Students Of The Month. They are seventh graders Ryot Futral and Jefferson Trahan. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High School Choirs Receive Superior Ratings At District 1 Assessment
April 3, 2025
Members of Tate High School’s Vocal Ensemble received an all superior rating, and students in the Cantus SSAA choir received an overall superior rating in the District 1 Choral Music Performance Assessment held at First Baptist Church of Pensacola recently.
Students are judged on stage performance by three adjudicators and on melodic and rhythmic sight-reading by one adjudicator.
Tate High was one of 11 out of 29 participating school choral programs to receive superior ratings in District 1 and the only school in Escambia County to achieve the honor.
Pictured: Tate High School’s Vocal Ensemble (above) and Cantus SSAA choir (below). Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Byrneville Elementary Recognizes Presidential Physical Fitness Test Winners
April 3, 2025
Byrneville Elementary School recently recognized their Presidential Physical Fitness Test Winners.
They are:
- Standing Long Jump: Jamarion Simpson
- Flexed Arm Hang: Kolin Rogers
- 40 Yard Dash: Jamarion Simpson
- Pro Agility Drill: Jagger Scott
- 300 Yard Shuttle Run: Kolin Rogers
- Sit and Reach: Lyla McDowell
- Sit-ups: Kolin Rogers
- Shuttle Run: Corbin Strawbridge
- Overall Champion: Kolin Rogers
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