By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor
A ballot measure for a 1 mill levy for schools is to be put on the November ballot for voters to approve or deny.
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School board, COAST settle
The St. Marks charter school submits new application, pays district’s legal fees
By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor
The Wakulla County School Board and the Charter School for Arts, Science and Technology (COAST) in St. Marks have reached a settlement, it was announced at the school board meeting on June 15.
The school board voted at the meeting to accept COAST’s newly submitted charter application.
On the recommendation of Superintendent of Schools Rick Myhre, the school board voted to reject the application from COAST back in March.
Baseball champs
The Wakulla 12U All-Stars appeared at the county commission meeting on Monday, June 1, as district champs and as they prepare for the state championship in Lake City.
Read More …Wakulla High School’s 2026 Graduation
Makena Glassner – 8th grader at Riversprings Middle School
Principal: Josh Sandgren
Achievements/Reason for Nomination: Makena is an exceptional student who consistently earns top marks in advanced coursework and demonstrates excellence in the school’s band program. In addition to her academic and extracurricular achievements, she has gone above and beyond by dedicating her time to tutoring fellow students in science. Through one-on-one support and encouragement, Makena has worked diligently to help her classmates better understand key scientific concepts in preparation for the 8th grade science assessment. Her leadership, commitment, and willingness to help others make her truly deserving of recognition as Student of the Week.
Employees of the Month
Shannon Smith named new wrestling coach
Shannon Smith
By WALT JACOBS/Correspondent
On April 28th, Wakulla High School announced Shannon Smith as the new head coach of the wrestling program.
Read More …Night of jazz
The Wakulla Jazz Band presented a Night of Jazz on Friday, May 8 at the high school. (Photos by Perry Dissmore)
Read More …Student of the Week
Rowyn Shaw stopped by The Wakulla Sun office to get a newspaper with her honored as Student of the Week. Apparently, the school sent in the wrong spelling with the information and we are glad to correct it here.
Gunner Allen – 8th grader at Wakulla Middle School
Principal: Amy Bryan
Achievements/Reason for Nomination: Gunner Allen has been selected as Wakulla Middle School’s Student of the Week for his outstanding dedication, versatility, and positive presence both in and out of the classroom. A talented athlete, Gunner competes on the school’s track and field team, where he excels in the 800-meter run, 100-meter dash, and long jump. He also demonstrated endurance and commitment during cross-country season, competing in 2K races.