THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ Lottery Yields Record Number of Applicants for Top-Performing Public Charter School
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL - [February 29, 2024] - The anticipation was palpable as the lottery for admission to THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ for the 2024-2025 academic year took place yesterday at the Walton County School District office. Conducted by Superintendent A. Russell Hughes, the event marked a significant moment in the educational landscape of Florida, underscoring the enduring partnership between THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ and the Walton County School District.
In a statement following the lottery, Florida Superintendent of the Year, A. Russell Hughes of the Walton County School District, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "The partnership between THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ and the Walton County School District exemplifies our shared commitment to providing exceptional education opportunities for all students. We are proud to support THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ in its mission to deliver excellence in education."
THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™, renowned as the top-performing combination public charter school in the state of Florida, continues to uphold its legacy of academic excellence. Dr. Tom Miller, Executive Director of THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™, emphasized the school's dedication to maintaining its high standards, saying, "We are honored by the overwhelming interest in THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™, which is a testament to our outstanding faculty, rigorous curriculum, and supportive community. As we continue to prioritize academic achievement and innovation, we remain committed to providing an enriching educational experience for all our students."
With a distinguished track record of more than twenty consecutive years as an "A" school and ranking in the top 1% of all Florida public schools in math and science, THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ has established itself as a beacon of educational excellence. Additionally, the Walton County School District's stellar performance, earning the status of the number two school district in the state of Florida and maintaining an "A" rating for five consecutive years, underscores the strength of the partnership between the district and THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™.
The overwhelming demand for enrollment at THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ was evident as the school received a record-breaking 539 applications for incoming fifth through twelfth-grade students for the 2024-2025 school year. This unprecedented level of interest has resulted in a waitlist of over 380 students, highlighting the need for continued collaboration and expansion of educational opportunities in Walton County such as the expansion of Seacoast Collegiate High School in partnership with Northwest Florida State College slated to open in Fall 2025.
As the educational landscape continues to evolve, the partnership between THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ and the Walton County School District stands as a shining example of collaboration and commitment to excellence in education. Together, they are shaping the future of Florida's students and empowering them to thrive in an ever-changing world.
For more information on THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™, visit SeasideSchools.net.
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About The Seaside School, Inc.
The Seaside School, Inc. - the oldest operating public charter school in Florida and comprised of Seaside Neighborhood School in Seaside, Florida and Seacoast Collegiate High School located on the nearby campus of Northwest Florida State College - was founded in 1996 with the simple goal of creating a school to address the need for a better middle school education in Walton County. Today, Seaside School has nearly 440 students across the two school campuses and Northwest Florida State College serving grades 5th through 12th and was ranked in the top five of all public charter schools in the state of Florida for the 2021-2022 school year based on the Florida Department of Education School Grade Program. The Seaside School, Inc. is also the top performing school in Walton County. For more information, visit SeasideSchools.net.
PHOTO: From Left to Right - Walton County School District Superintendent A. Russell Hughes, THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ Board Secretary Jenna O’Donoghue, Seacoast Collegiate High School Front Office Admin Melissa Willcox, and THE SEASIDE SCHOOL™ Executive Director Dr. Tom Miller
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