There’s Space for Your Child in Wakulla County Schools!
New student enrollment is open for the 2026–2027 school year, and now is the time to complete your child’s application.
Wakulla County Schools is currently accepting 2026–2027 enrollment applications for:
VPK / Pre-K ESE
Kindergarten
Students new to Wakulla County Schools
School schedules and class placements are being developed now. Families should complete the enrollment process as soon as possible.
Ready to begin online?
Register or access your Focus Parent Portal account, complete the enrollment application, and submit the required documents.
Need personal assistance?
Call or visit your child’s zoned school. School staff are ready to help families register a Focus Parent Portal account and complete the enrollment process.
Visit the Student Enrollment page to access the Focus Parent Portal or find more information: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/student-enrollment
Enroll your child today so their school can begin preparing for a strong start!
Returning student enrollment updates will be available through the Focus Parent Portal on July 27, 2026!
One Place. Back-to-School planning starts here!
School supply lists are now available on our Back-to-School Hub, giving families time to plan ahead before Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday begins on July 20 and runs through August 20, 2026.
The Back-to-School Hub is your one-stop spot for everything families need to start the 2026–2027 school year prepared and connected, including:
Find everything you need in one place, including:
✅ Open House Dates
✅ 2026–2027 School Calendar
✅ Focus Parent Portal
✅ Dining & Meal Menus
✅ School Supply Donation Lists
✅ Volunteer Application
Visit the Back-to-School Hub: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/back-to-school-hub
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant #BackToSchool
WMS is gearing up for the 26/27 School Year!
Please take a few moments to review the school newsletter and the Parent Portal instructions below. The newsletter includes important updates, key dates, and helpful information for the weeks ahead.
We are excited to have your child with us this year and appreciate your support in making this a successful and positive experience for all students.
Please take a few moments to review the school newsletter and the Parent Portal instructions below. The newsletter includes important updates, key dates, and helpful information for the weeks ahead.
We are excited to have your child with us this year and appreciate your support in making this a successful and positive experience for all students.
Families, there is still time to register for the ECG heart screening on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at Wakulla Middle School (22 Jean Drive, Crawfordville, 32327).
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, Florida’s Second Chance Act will require certain student-athletes to complete an ECG screening before participating in school athletics.
Who Must Obtain an ECG:
•All incoming 9th-grade student-athletes (2026-27)
•Any student in grades 10–12 who has never participated in an FHSAA-sanctioned sports
•Returning athletes are not required but strongly encouraged to obtain an ECG. The goal is to identify undetected cardiac risk factors and enhance athlete safety.
Screenings are $20, and financial assistance is available for families who need it. Options will be provided during the registration process.
Register here: https://whoweplayfor.jotform.com/261805198119058
Pre-screening video for students and families: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WF8SlXw-Dxc
Learn more: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/
Questions may be emailed to amanda.dibley@whoweplayfor.org.
🚨 Now Hiring: Paraprofessional at Wakulla Middle School! 🐾
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? Wakulla Middle School is looking for a caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic Paraprofessional to join our Wildcat family!
This is an incredible opportunity to work alongside amazing educators, build meaningful relationships with students, and make a positive impact every single day. At WMS, we believe every student deserves to feel supported, encouraged, and inspired—and our paraprofessionals play a vital role in making that happen.
If you’re ready to be part of a team that is committed to excellence, collaboration, and student success, we’d love to have you join us!
📩 Apply today or share this opportunity with someone who would be a great addition to the Wildcat family!
Save the dates, Wakulla families!
Wakulla County Schools is excited to welcome our students and families to the 2026–2027 school year. Please save these important Open House dates and times as we prepare to kick off another great year together!
All Elementary Schools: Crawfordville, Medart, Riversink, and Shadeville
Thursday, August 6 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Both Middle Schools: Riversprings Middle and Wakulla Middle
Wednesday, August 5 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Wakulla High School: 9th/10th/New Students Only
Wednesday, August 5 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Wakulla High School: 11th/12th Grade Only
Thursday, August 6 | 2:00–3:30 PM
We can’t wait to see our students and families back on campus!
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant #BuildingTheFutureOfWakulla
🏈 Football Update for Athletes & Families 🏈
📢 There will be NO football conditioning today.
✅ REMINDER: We will be offering free sports physicals for all WMS students tomorrow in the gym starting at 5 p.m. If you are a WMS student and need a physical, please plan to attend so you are ready for the upcoming year.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow! If you have any questions, please contact the Coach Lindsey.
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Wakulla County Schools! 🇺🇸
In celebration of America's 250th birthday, all district offices, summer school programs will be closed on Thursday, July 2, 2026, and Friday, July 3, 2026.
We will resume normal summer business hours on Monday, July 6, 2026. We wish our students, staff, families, and community a safe and joyful Fourth of July weekend!
❤️🤍💙 Happy 250th Birthday, America!
#WakullaCountySchools #HappyFourthOfJuly
🏆 WE’RE AN “A” SCHOOL! 🏆
Today, we celebrate an incredible accomplishment—Wakulla Middle School has earned an “A” school grade, while also increasing our overall school points! This achievement is a direct reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, teachers, staff, families, and community.
We couldn’t be more proud of our Wildcats for rising to the challenge and continuing to strive for excellence. Every lesson taught, every goal achieved, and every act of perseverance helped make this success possible.
While we’re taking time to celebrate this milestone, we’re even more excited about what’s ahead. We will continue to grow and work together to provide the very best for our students. This is not our finish line—it’s another step in our journey toward even greater success.
Thank you to everyone who makes Wakulla Middle School such an amazing place to learn and grow.
❤️🖤
ALL A’s. ALL WAKULLA. ❤️💙
Today, the Florida Department of Education released school grades for the 2025–2026 school year, and we are incredibly proud to share that every school in Wakulla County Schools earned an “A”!
This achievement belongs to our students, teachers, staff, families, and community.
A proud day for Wakulla County Schools—and a big reason to celebrate!
More to come as we continue to review these results and share what they mean for Wakulla County Schools.
#WakullaCountySchools #RigorousResilientRelevant
Wakulla County Schools is partnering with Who We Play For to offer ECG heart screenings for students on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at Wakulla Middle School (22 Jean Drive, Crawfordville, 32327).
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, Florida’s Second Chance Act will require certain student-athletes to complete an ECG screening before participating in school athletics.
Who Must Obtain an ECG:
•All incoming 9th-grade student-athletes (2026-27)
•Any student in grades 10–12 who has never participated in an FHSAA-sanctioned sports
•Returning athletes are not required but strongly encouraged to obtain an ECG. The goal is to identify undetected cardiac risk factors and enhance athlete safety.
Screenings are $20, and financial assistance is available for families who need it. Options will be provided during the registration process.
Register here: https://whoweplayfor.jotform.com/261805198119058
Pre-screening video for students and families: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WF8SlXw-Dxc
Learn more: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/
Questions may be emailed to amanda.dibley@whoweplayfor.org.
📣 FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS FOR WMS STUDENTS! 🏈🏀⚽🏐🎽
Ready to gear up for the upcoming school year? Join us for FREE Sports Physicals at Wakulla Middle School!
📅 Date: July 7, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: WMS Gym
✅ Important: Students must bring their EL2 and EL3 forms with them to receive a physical.
Don't miss this opportunity to get cleared for athletics and extracurricular activities at no cost!
Special Thank You to Valerie Russell for offering this amazing opportunity for our students!
Ready to gear up for the upcoming school year? Join us for FREE Sports Physicals at Wakulla Middle School!
📅 Date: July 7, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: WMS Gym
✅ Important: Students must bring their EL2 and EL3 forms with them to receive a physical.
Don't miss this opportunity to get cleared for athletics and extracurricular activities at no cost!
Special Thank You to Valerie Russell for offering this amazing opportunity for our students!
🏐 WMS Volleyball Training Opportunity! 🏐
Calling all Wakulla County School girls in 6th-8th grade!
Join us for Volleyball Training at the WMS Gym on:
📅 July 21, 23, 28, & 30
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💲 $75 for all 4 sessions
💲 $25 per individual session
✔ Open to all Wakulla County School Girls in grades 6-8th
✔ All checks should be made payable to WMS
✔ All EL2/ EL3 Physicals must be submitted.
Come improve your skills, build confidence, and get ready for an exciting volleyball season! We look forward to seeing you in the gym!
🏈 Football Conditioning Update 🏈
Tonight’s football conditioning session will be our last workout until July 6th. We look forward to seeing everyone back and ready to work on July 6th as we continue preparing for a great season.
Attention Middle School Families!
It’s time to get ready for the next school year!
All rising 7th grade students are required to have updated immunizations (Tdap) on file before the first day of school.
• A completed Florida Form 680 or Form 681 is required
• The form must be electronically certified and submitted to your child’s school
• Forms can be obtained from the Wakulla County Health Department or your child’s medical provider
Families may begin submitting forms directly to their child’s school now, or upload them through the Focus Parent Portal.
We encourage families to take care of this early to avoid any delays when school starts.
At the end of this year, we honored two incredible educators whose impact on Wakulla Middle School will be felt for years to come — Mr. Peck and Mrs. Ballestero.
After years of unwavering commitment, compassion, and service, they are beginning a well-earned retirement. Both have poured their hearts into our students, our staff, and our school community. Through their guidance, encouragement, and steady presence, they have helped shape not only academic success but also the character and confidence of countless students.
Mr. Peck and Mrs. Ballestero have been more than educators — they have been mentors, role models, and a source of inspiration. Their classrooms were places where students felt supported, challenged, and truly cared for. Their dedication has left a lasting mark on WMS, and their influence will continue to shine through the lives they’ve touched.
While it is difficult to say goodbye, we are so grateful for the legacy they leave behind. We wish them a retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and all the things they love most.
✨ Thank you, Mr. Peck and Mrs. Ballestero, for everything you have given to Wakulla Middle School. You will always be a part of the WMS family.
After years of unwavering commitment, compassion, and service, they are beginning a well-earned retirement. Both have poured their hearts into our students, our staff, and our school community. Through their guidance, encouragement, and steady presence, they have helped shape not only academic success but also the character and confidence of countless students.
Mr. Peck and Mrs. Ballestero have been more than educators — they have been mentors, role models, and a source of inspiration. Their classrooms were places where students felt supported, challenged, and truly cared for. Their dedication has left a lasting mark on WMS, and their influence will continue to shine through the lives they’ve touched.
While it is difficult to say goodbye, we are so grateful for the legacy they leave behind. We wish them a retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and all the things they love most.
✨ Thank you, Mr. Peck and Mrs. Ballestero, for everything you have given to Wakulla Middle School. You will always be a part of the WMS family.
🍎 Calling All Educators!
WMS is excited to announce teacher openings for the 2026–2027 school year!
We’re looking for enthusiastic, student-focused educators who want to inspire, lead, and make an impact in a supportive school community.
💡 Ready to grow your career and change lives?
Join us at WMS!
Apply here: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/employment
WMS is excited to announce teacher openings for the 2026–2027 school year!
We’re looking for enthusiastic, student-focused educators who want to inspire, lead, and make an impact in a supportive school community.
💡 Ready to grow your career and change lives?
Join us at WMS!
Apply here: https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/employment
🏈 Football practice is ON! 🏈
Attention players and families: Football practice will be held today in the gym, beginning at 5:30 PM.
Please arrive on time and ready to work. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
🚌 Summer School Bus Routes Have Been Updated!
Families can view the updated bus routes here: https://aptg.co/S-vYjD
Please note: If your student's stop is not listed, please contact the Bus Garage for assistance.
Questions? Contact:
Email : Matt Payne, Director of Transportation – scott.payne@wcsb.us
Call: Bus Garage (after 6:00 AM): (850) 926-7550
#WakullaCountySchools
📢 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about making a difference in students’ lives? We’re looking for a dedicated ESE EBD Paraprofessional to join our team!
🌟 In this role, you will:
✔️ Support students with emotional and behavioral needs
✔️ Work alongside teachers to create a positive learning environment
✔️ Help students build skills for success in and out of the classroom
💙 If you’re patient, compassionate, and ready to make an impact every day, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Today!
https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/employment
Are you passionate about making a difference in students’ lives? We’re looking for a dedicated ESE EBD Paraprofessional to join our team!
🌟 In this role, you will:
✔️ Support students with emotional and behavioral needs
✔️ Work alongside teachers to create a positive learning environment
✔️ Help students build skills for success in and out of the classroom
💙 If you’re patient, compassionate, and ready to make an impact every day, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Today!
https://www.wakullaschooldistrict.org/page/employment
