Rotary Academic All-Stars Named From Northview, ECHS, Escambia Academy, Atmore Christian
May 19, 2021
The Atmore Rotary Club has named 160 area high school students as Academic All-Stars.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the in-person ceremony could not be held this year, and students were mailed a recognition packet.
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.
The Rotary Club is presenting over $25,000 in scholarships this year to 37 Seniors. Each four-year Senior Academic All Star will receive a scholarship for $1,000. The seniors who have been an Academic All Star for three years will receive $700, two year seniors will receive $600, and one-year seniors will receive $500. The program excludes Northview students that are full-time dual enrolled.
Those honored as Atmore Rotary Club Academic All Stars were:
(Four-Year Academic All-Stars are denoted with asterisks.)
NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
9th Grade
Rabekah Danielle Abbott
Raegan Michelle Abbott
Kendall Anne Alvare
Sarah Elaine Bailey
Doria Beach
Kendal Brooke Beasley
Chloe Faith Criswell
Riley Elizabeth Dawson
Carsyn Laine Dortch
Austin David Dunsford
Mayson Claire Edwards
Brandon Lee Ferguson
Raleigh Sienna Gibson
Kaylie B Glick
Maggie Rose Godwin
Makayla Jane Golson
Kylie Breann Grantham
Madalyn Marie Grimes
Ava Kate Gurganus
Berklee Savannah Hall
Leah Kathryn Hetrick
Meredith Makenzie Johnston
James Judson Lee
Sarah Kate Long
Leila Ann Mason
Caden Thomas Mills
Chloe Layne Morris
Jackson Johnny Mac Parker
Evin Taylor Pedicord
Cody Tyler Pugh
Chloe Adele Ragsdale
Daniel Tyler Riggs
Wyatt Alexander Scruggs
Dequan Rashad Shabazz
Mandell Levan Smith
Skyler Marie Williams
10th Grade
Clayton Mitchell Allen
Leah Kalyn Anderson
Terrell Luke Bridges
Ethan Scott Collier
Presley Sharee Dortch
Drake Allen Driskell
Logan Taylor Faith
Emma Sage Gilmore
William Cross Goslee
Gabriel Kohle Harigel
Shelby Lynn Kent
Trent Austin Knighten
Emily Grace Levins
Sarah Kennedy Long
Bayllon David Matson
Megan T McGhee
Ruth Nicole Mobley
Elianna T. Morales
David Kaden Odom
Cameron Riley Partrick
Rustin Kyle Pope
Chase Randal Pugh
Leila Katherine Sanders
Simeon Sanders
Dustin James Santinelli
Alana Shelly
McKenna Rae Simmons
Jessica Faith Stabler
Audrey Michelle Stuckey
John Michael Ward
Preston Clay Wilson
Charles Michael Wood
Blake Richard Yoder
11th Grade
Anna Faith Adams
John Blake Bashore
Hunter Shane Borelli
Shelby Nicole Cotita
Miyhanna Patrice Davidson
Casandra Lynn Davis
Kaitlin Hope Gafford
Jonathan Thomas Gibbs
Holley Danielle Gilley
Jason Zane Gurganus
Sarah Margaret Hetrick
Jesse Allen Hughes
Grayson Elizabeth James
Ethan Riley Kilburn
Taylor Lynn Levins
Dallon Thortis Rackard
Sarah Jane Sconiers
Jordan Alise Stanley
Mia Rain Starns
Madison Victoria Watson
12th Grade
Maggie Lauren Amerson ****
Madelyn Brooke Berry
Sehoye Rose Buckley
Naudia Briana-Nicole Carach
Alexis Madison Fleming
Amber Marie Gilman ****
Leia Madison Grantham
Heather Lashea Knowles ****
David Allen Lamb ****
Abigail Lynn Levins
Meredith McKinley McGhee ****
Taheya Lee McGhee
Karelis Jadelynn Morales
Madyson Shai Moye
Jalexis Sy’Rai Robinson
Michael Jerome Sanders
Leah Faye Wood
Lillian Joan Worden
ESCAMBIA ACADEMY
9th Grade
Patrick Byrd
Eli Covington
Timmy Doerr
10th Grade
Abby-Kate Helton
11th Grade
Braden Crysell
Emma Hall
Brady Howell
Jamison Janes
Christopher Long
Ja’Daniel Nettles
Landon Sims
Jadon Stevens
12th Grade
Jeb Black
Randal Bonds
Lillian Bonner
Daughtry McGhee
Rubye Nix
Disha Patel ****
Joshua Spruill
Gabrielle Williams
ESCAMBIA COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
9th Grade
David Bouler
Evereona Jackson
10th Grade
Shamirica Rankins
Summayah Tolbert
Carmelo Turner
11th Grade
La’Asia Henderson
Charity James
Zahria McCants
Aniya Stots
Sheldon Williams
12th Grade
Destiny Brown
Samantha Forkins
Brianna Morrow
Madison Simmons ****
Mia Simmons ****
ATMORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
9th Grade
Emmett Battles
Brooklyn Hursh
Dexter Smoker
Elizabeth Terry
Helen Weber
10th Grade
Elliott Classen
Claire Girby
Sydney Mast
11th Grade
Caeden Battles
Titus Dean
Gage Gades
Joanna Jernigan
12th Grade
Harleigh Crumbly
Morgan Jury
Micah Mast ****
Mia Morris
Reese White
Megan Wilson
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Flomaton Elementary Dedicates ‘Jaden James Friendship Bench’ In Memory Of Student Killed Near Walnut Hill
May 18, 2021
On Monday, Flomaton Elementary School dedicated a bench in memory of a student killed in a car crash last year near Walnut Hill.
“The Jaden James Friendship Bench” honors the six grader killed in the crash October 3, 2020, on Highway 97 one mile south of Tungoil Road.
“Jaden was a friend to everyone he met and leaves a legacy for us to uphold,” the school said about Jaden James in a social media post. “The bench, which was built and donated anonymously, will be used for times when students (and adults) need to talk to each other and remember the value and importance of friendship.”
Jaden’s father Jermaine James and sister Jermiah attended the bench dedication.
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Barrineau Park Historical Society Awards Scholarships To Outstanding Seniors
May 18, 2021
The Barrineau Park Historical Society recently awarded scholarships to five outstanding seniors.
Northview High School senior Abigail Nelson received a $1,000 Barrineau Park Historical Society scholarship awarded by BPHS President Craig Exner. She plans to attend Florida State University and work toward a degree in psychology.
Tate High School senior Jessica Conti received a $500 Lynda Minchew scholarship endowed by the Bobby Minchew family. She plans to major in agricultural science and will attend Mississippi State University in the fall.
Northview High School senior Amber Gilman received a $500 Louis Crabtree Sr. scholarship endowed by the Crabtree family. She will be attending the University of West Florida working towards a degree in psychology in the fall.
Home schooled senior Sidney Ziglar received a $1,000 Steven Jogan scholarship from the Barrineau Park Historical Society. Jogan was a lifetime BPHS member, and its treasurer and office manager for many years. Ziglar plans to attend the University of West Florida and major in physical therapy in the fall
Parker Hasselbrock ,a West Florida High School senior, received a $500 Mildred Haupert Schwartz scholarship endowed by the Paul Schwartz family. Parker plans to attend the University of West Florida and work towards a graphic design degree.
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Beulah Middle School FFA Chapter Named One Of The Very Best In Florida
May 17, 2021
The Beulah Middle School FFA has been name one of the top chapters in the state.
Florida FFA has announced the Beulah Middle School FFA has completed the National Chapter Award program application and has been selected as one of the Florida Finest FFA Chapters. These chapters have excelled in the areas of growing leaders, building communities and strengthening agriculture and have worked hard to fulfill the mission and vision of the FFA.
Beulah Middle School FFA was the only FFA chapter in Escambia or Santa Rosa counties that received the award this year. They will be recognized during the during 93rd Florida FFA State Convention & Expo to be held at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando this summer.
The Beulah Middle School FFA chapter advisor is Leanne Jenkins.
Pictured: Beulah Elementary School students on a virtual trip to the Beulah Middle School agricultural lab earlier this year, just one of the ways the FFA chapter adapted during pandemic restrictions. Pictured inset: Nugget (left) and Hazel were born in April at Beulah Middle and received plenty of community attention. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High School Names Students Of The Month
May 17, 2021
Tate High School recently named their April Students of the Month. They are Xavion McNeil and Brianna White. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate, PHS Students Named National Merit $2,500 Scholarship Winners
May 12, 2021
Students from Tate and Pensacola high school have been named National Merit $2500 Scholarship winners.
Michael R. Dixon from Tate High School, and George T. Prettyman, Amy Anqi Zhang and MaxAnthony D. Mateer from Pensacola High School were local scholarship recipients.
The 2,500 Merit Scholar designees were chosen from a talent pool of some 16,000 outstanding finalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. The finalists in each state are judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies. The number of winners named in each state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the nation’s graduating high school seniors.
Northview FFA Selects 2021-2022 Officer Team
May 11, 2021
The Northview High School FFA has selected their officer team for the upcoming school year.
Northview FFA 2021-2022 officers are:
- President: Audrey Goetter
- Vice President: Briar Weaver
- Secretary: Paige Gibbs
- Sentinel: Cody Pugh
- Treasurer: Judson Lee
- Reporter: Ryan Andrews
- Parliamentarian: John Beczkowski
- Photographer: Samantha Kimmons
“We are excited to start a new year with this phenomenal officer team. Despite the challenges of this year, these students have gone above and beyond to participate and make every event we participated in a success. I am confident that each of these students has a bright future ahead and look forward to seeing them accomplish many great things,” said Brandon Korinchak, Northview agriscience teacher.
Pictured: (front L-R) Samantha Kimmons, Audrey Goetter, Paige Gibbs, (back row) Judson Lee, John Beczkowski, Ryan Andrews, Briar Weaver, and Cody Pugh. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Over 250 Escambia Students Compete In Annual Battle Of The Books
May 6, 2021
A virtual version of the Escambia County School District’s Battle of the Books was held last Saturday as 256 students on 55 teams from 22 schools competed.
Each team was tested on their knowledge of books from the Sunshine State Young Readers book lists. Each team completed virtually from their school with four rounds of 10 questions, plus a tie breaking lightning round if needed.
The 2020-2021 Battle of the Books winners for ECSD were:
Third Grade
- 1st Place: Beulah Elementary School’s “The 5 Booketeers”
- Coaches: Brooke Ferrara, Denise Williamson and Sara Smith
- Students: Mason Gibson, Kyleigh Dunning, Lucas Duarte, Devyn McCarron, and Forrest Hoxworth
- 2nd Place: Bratt Elementary School’s “Third Grade Team”
- Coaches: Shonna Gilmore and Sherri Carter
- Students: Riverly Heathcock, Ella Grace Diller, Zoe Jantz, Rylan Johnson, and Jonah Carter
- 3rd Place: Pleasant Grove Elementary School’s “Titans of Text”
- Coaches: Kristi Suarez, Kaylin Roy, and Cheyanne Forbes
- Students: Raeylin Richardson, Sullivan Bell, Dylan Roy and Lailah Harris
Fourth Grade
- 1st Place: Blue Angels Elementary School’s “The Book Crew”
- Coach: Angela Kriner
- Students: Olivia Wood, Derek Chen, Destiny Donaldson, Layla Emory, and Mackenzie Kanzelmar
- 2nd Place: A.K. Suter Elementary School’s “Suter 1”
- Coach: Paula Stillman
- Students: Violet Barnett, Theo Perry, Maida Wells, Jonah Alonzo, and Lucas Ramos
- 3rd Place: Cordova Park Elementary School’s “Cordova Colts 4”
- Coach: Lori Hahn
- Students: Piper Johnson, Olivia King, Lyra Kuykindall, Haven Parker, and Abigail Peterson
Fifth Grade
- 1st Place: Cordova Park Elementary School’s “Cordova Colts 5”
- Coach: Lori Hahn
- Students: Piper Johnson, Olivia King, Lyra Kuykindall, Haven Parker, and Abigail Peterson
- 2nd Place: McArthur Elementary School’s “Books for Life”
- Coach: Jennifer Beal
- Students: Addisyn Butler, Hadley Krantz, Chloe Murray, Adyson Payton, and Scottie Pennewell
- 3rd Place: Ferry Pass Elementary School’s “Beauty and the Books”
- Coaches: Heather Horn, Madelyn Cognevich, and Jenna Gunter
- Students: Jenna Khalaf, Alexia Granados, Claire Maddox
Middle School – 6-8th Grades
- 1st Place: Bellview Middle School’s “Team B”
- Coach: Michelle Lingo
- Students: Landon Beard, Ricky McGregor and Heather Wells
- 2nd Place: Bellview Middle School’s “Team A”
- Coach: Michelle Lingo
- Students: Gaven Carter, Andy Pham, and Cara Schmitt
- 3rd Place: Jim Bailey Middle School’s “Bulldogs Rock”
- Coach: Roberta Wetzel
- Students: Kaylin Honeycuttt, Lin Xi Niedbala, Alexis Speegle and Cody Thompson
Pictured: Beulah Elementary School’s first place third grade Battle of the Books team. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate Visual Arts Teacher One Of Five Invited To Art In Residency Program
May 5, 2021
Tate High School visual arts teacher Jennifer Rodriguez is one of five Florida teachers invited to take part in an art residency program.
Rodriguez will participate in the Florida Alliance for Arts Education State Teacher STAR (State Teacher/Artist Residency) program this July on Manasota Key.
The STAR program is designed to honor and nourish the artist in the educator by providing five public school educators from Florida with the opportunity to pursue their artistic work in the inspiring environment of the prestigious Hermitage Artist Retreat. Three week residencies are offered to two visual artists, two writers, and one composer.
A Hermitage residency is a gift of time and space for artists to attend to their work. There is no requirement to produce. It is intensely personal time for concentration and a community of artists from different disciplines with which to share and learn. Artists invited seize the opportunity and find themselves more productive than at any other time in their creative lives, according to the art alliance.
Pictured: Tate High School visual arts teacher Jennifer Rodriguez. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Northview High Names April Students Of The Month
May 3, 2021
Northview High has named Olivia Bush and Brandon Odom as Students of the Month for April. Also pictured is Northview Principal Michael Sherrill. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.