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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1983
Page
17
Destin School sixth graders face a big shift to Bruner Junior High with larger crowds and new routines. Students adjust to unfamiliar lockers, different teachers, and the pecking order while navigating halls bus routes and lunch options amid changes from prior elementary life.
Destin Elementary, starting with about 420 pupils last fall, could reach 460 this month as classes add a fourth first grade and more staff. Principal Eugene Walls notes growth across grades, with four portables in use and a 19-classroom total after a two-year addition. Deputy Superintendent Pledger Sullivan cites Destin and Valparaiso as growing in Okaloosa County, with adjustments planned as needed. Classes begin August 29 at 7:50 a.m. with 2:20 p.m. dismissal and a $1 lunch, 15 cents extra milk.
Kindergarteners to seniors will sport bottom half wrap pants mini skirts and novelty knickers as jeans remain in vogue this year Elaine Courtney of the University of Florida Cooperative Extension notes sweatshirts stay popular with cottons while velour tops fade Growth and fit are emphasized as children grow during the school year prompting parents to consider growth potential when buying and second hand shops rise in popularity for budget shoppers
In Point Washington near Choctawhatchee Bay a small red brick Bay Elementary School maintains a multi age classroom approach. Principal DeLene Sholes defends the system saying the warm family atmosphere fosters early education despite parental concerns about attention and resources.
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