🌟🎶 Big News for FMS! 🎶🌟
Did you see the recent news? Our very own outstanding educator, Naomi Gomillion, has been named one of the three finalists for District Teacher of the Year! 👏
Superintendent Hughes stopped by to personally share the exciting news with Mrs. Gomillion’s band students, and Mr. Smith made sure she could enjoy the moment by FaceTiming her so she didn’t miss a thing.
We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Gomillion and the passion, dedication, and excellence she brings to her students every day. She truly represents what it means to make FMS the model middle school in Walton County. 💙🧡
Congratulations, Mrs. Gomillion!
#FMSBulldogs
🎄✨ A Festive Start to Christmas Break! ✨🎄
Today, our 5th graders and their families enjoyed a very special holiday breakfast as we kicked off Christmas break in the best way possible—together! The room was filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of holiday cheer.
🎅💚 Santa Claus and even the Grinch made surprise visits, traveling from table to table to greet families and spread some Christmas fun. It was a wonderful morning creating memories and celebrating our school community.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so special. Wishing our families a joyful and restful Christmas break! 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
📣 Optional Early Release – TODAY📣
Optional early release is taking place today, beginning at 9:00 AM, after Period 1 semester exams are completed.
✅ Students who have submitted a permission form will be escorted outside, following our normal afternoon release procedures.
⏰ Important for Parents/Guardians:
Those wishing to sign their child out today must wait until the optional early release process is complete. This process is expected to finish between 9:30–10:00 AM.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and safe dismissal for all students. 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
Optional early release is taking place today, beginning at 9:00 AM, after Period 1 semester exams are completed.
✅ Students who have submitted a permission form will be escorted outside, following our normal afternoon release procedures.
⏰ Important for Parents/Guardians:
Those wishing to sign their child out today must wait until the optional early release process is complete. This process is expected to finish between 9:30–10:00 AM.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and safe dismissal for all students. 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
🎄😂 Hallway Humor Courtesy of Our 5th Graders! 😂🎄
Our 5th graders had some very strong opinions while decorating the hallway for Christmas — featuring our admin team in their holiday roles.
🎅 Mr. Smith? Obviously Santa. No debate there.
😇 Mrs. Smith? An angel… somehow (we’re still investigating who approved that one 😉).
🧝♂️ Mr. Gillis? The hard-working elf… repeatedly redecorated with makeup and wild hair because apparently being bald wasn’t festive enough.
So… do you think they nailed it? Or should we be concerned about how well they know us? 😆💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
Our 5th graders had some very strong opinions while decorating the hallway for Christmas — featuring our admin team in their holiday roles.
🎅 Mr. Smith? Obviously Santa. No debate there.
😇 Mrs. Smith? An angel… somehow (we’re still investigating who approved that one 😉).
🧝♂️ Mr. Gillis? The hard-working elf… repeatedly redecorated with makeup and wild hair because apparently being bald wasn’t festive enough.
So… do you think they nailed it? Or should we be concerned about how well they know us? 😆💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
📣 Optional Early Release – Friday, December 19 📣
Optional early release will take place Friday, December 19, beginning at 9:00 AM, after Period 1 semester exams are completed.
✅ Students who have submitted a permission form will be escorted outside, following our normal afternoon release procedures.
⏰ Important for Parents/Guardians:
Those wishing to sign their child out on Friday must wait until the optional early release process is complete. This process is expected to finish between 9:30–10:00 AM.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and safe dismissal for all students. 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
Optional early release will take place Friday, December 19, beginning at 9:00 AM, after Period 1 semester exams are completed.
✅ Students who have submitted a permission form will be escorted outside, following our normal afternoon release procedures.
⏰ Important for Parents/Guardians:
Those wishing to sign their child out on Friday must wait until the optional early release process is complete. This process is expected to finish between 9:30–10:00 AM.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth and safe dismissal for all students. 💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
🏆 Freeport Middle School Students of the Week – December 12, 2025 🏆
Congratulations to our amazing Students of the Week! 🎉 These Bulldogs have shown leadership, respect, hard work, and academic excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Each week, our teachers nominate students who go above and beyond—and they’re celebrated with a special treat bag and school-wide recognition! 🐾💜
⭐ 5th Grade: Berlyn Ellis & Carlo Cruz
⭐ 6th Grade: Bailey Prine & Axel Garcia
⭐ 7th Grade: Emma Tang & Xavier Roe
⭐ 8th Grade: Taytum Levins & Julius Hickman
We are so proud of these students for setting a positive example and representing the qualities of a Model Bulldog. Keep up the amazing work—you inspire us all! 💪🐶
#FMSBulldogs
Congratulations to our amazing Students of the Week! 🎉 These Bulldogs have shown leadership, respect, hard work, and academic excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Each week, our teachers nominate students who go above and beyond—and they’re celebrated with a special treat bag and school-wide recognition! 🐾💜
⭐ 5th Grade: Berlyn Ellis & Carlo Cruz
⭐ 6th Grade: Bailey Prine & Axel Garcia
⭐ 7th Grade: Emma Tang & Xavier Roe
⭐ 8th Grade: Taytum Levins & Julius Hickman
We are so proud of these students for setting a positive example and representing the qualities of a Model Bulldog. Keep up the amazing work—you inspire us all! 💪🐶
#FMSBulldogs
⚾🥎 Bulldogs Athletics – Baseball & Softball Updates! 🥎⚾
We’re excited to kick off the new year with Baseball and Lady Bulldogs Softball workouts and tryouts! If your student is interested in playing this season, please review the details below and make plans to attend.
🔵🟠 Baseball Workouts
📅 January 6–8, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 New Freeport Middle School
⚾ Baseball Tryouts
📅 January 12 & 13
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
➡️ Open to 6th–8th grade students
➡️ Bring all baseball gear
➡️ Must have a valid sports physical and extracurricular waiver on file
📧 Questions: brandon.odom@walton.k12.fl.us
🔵🟠 Lady Bulldogs Softball Open Workouts
📅 January 6–9
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🥎 Wear workout clothes and bring cleats, glove, mask, and water bottle
🥎 Varsity Tryouts
📅 January 12 | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
🥎 JV Tryouts
📅 January 13 | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
➡️ Current physical required to participate
Let’s start 2026 strong and show that Bulldog pride on and off the field! 💙🧡💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
We’re excited to kick off the new year with Baseball and Lady Bulldogs Softball workouts and tryouts! If your student is interested in playing this season, please review the details below and make plans to attend.
🔵🟠 Baseball Workouts
📅 January 6–8, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 New Freeport Middle School
⚾ Baseball Tryouts
📅 January 12 & 13
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
➡️ Open to 6th–8th grade students
➡️ Bring all baseball gear
➡️ Must have a valid sports physical and extracurricular waiver on file
📧 Questions: brandon.odom@walton.k12.fl.us
🔵🟠 Lady Bulldogs Softball Open Workouts
📅 January 6–9
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🥎 Wear workout clothes and bring cleats, glove, mask, and water bottle
🥎 Varsity Tryouts
📅 January 12 | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
🥎 JV Tryouts
📅 January 13 | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
➡️ Current physical required to participate
Let’s start 2026 strong and show that Bulldog pride on and off the field! 💙🧡💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
⚽🏆 Back-to-Back PAC Champions! 🏆⚽
What an incredible season for our Boys Soccer Team! The Bulldogs capped it off in thrilling fashion with a 4–3 championship victory, scoring in the final minute to secure the division title and earn their place as back-to-back PAC Champions!
Congratulations to our players for their grit, heart, and determination, and a huge thank you to our coaches for their leadership and dedication throughout the season. We are proud of the way you represented Freeport Middle School! 💙🧡💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
What an incredible season for our Boys Soccer Team! The Bulldogs capped it off in thrilling fashion with a 4–3 championship victory, scoring in the final minute to secure the division title and earn their place as back-to-back PAC Champions!
Congratulations to our players for their grit, heart, and determination, and a huge thank you to our coaches for their leadership and dedication throughout the season. We are proud of the way you represented Freeport Middle School! 💙🧡💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
🎄📅 Last Week Before Christmas Break at Freeport Middle School! 🎄📅
As we head into our final week before Christmas break, here’s a look at what’s coming up for our Bulldogs:
📅 Wednesday, December 17
• PTO Meeting in the Media Center at 3:00 PM
• Semester Exams for Periods 2, 4, & 6
📅 Thursday, December 18
• Semester Exams for Periods 3, 5, & 7
📅 Friday, December 19
• Semester Exam for Period 1
• Optional Early Release at 9:00 AM
Thank you to our students, staff, and families for a great semester. We wish everyone a safe, restful, and joyful Christmas break! 💙🧡🎄
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
🎄✨ Holiday Spirit Week Starts Tomorrow! ✨🎄
Get ready to celebrate the season with us during Holiday Spirit Week, happening December 15–19! Each day has a fun theme, so join in and show off your Bulldog spirit:
🌲 Monday – Rocking Around the Christmas Tree
Dress like a decorated Christmas tree or wear your favorite Christmas accessory!
❄️ Tuesday – Don’t Be a Grinch Day
Wear green or dress like a Who from Whoville!
🎅 Wednesday – Baby It’s Cold Outside
Bundle up in your best Christmas hats, scarves, socks, or wear your ugliest Christmas sweater!
💚 Thursday – Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Dress as Santa, an elf, a reindeer, or any of Santa’s helpers!
😴 Friday – Long Winter’s Nap
Wear your coziest holiday pajamas!
Let’s end the semester with festive fun and Bulldog pride! 💙🧡🎄
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
📚✨ SEDNET Parent Book Study – Sign Up Now! ✨📚
Start the new year with connection, learning, and support! SEDNET is hosting a virtual parent book study on Flooded: A Brain-Based Guide by Allison Edwards.
This weekly book study will help parents:
✔️ Better understand their child’s emotions
✔️ Learn tools for self-regulation and resilience
✔️ Support children through stress and challenging situations
✔️ Connect with other parents in a supportive community
🗓 Begins: January 13, 2026
💻 When: Virtual weekly meetings
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📖 Interested? Sign up today and join us as we learn and grow together.
Please feel free to share with other parents who may benefit!
🏀 Bulldog Basketball Season Wrap-Up! 🐾💙🧡
Basketball season has officially come to an end for our boys and girls teams, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work, dedication, and growth all year long. A huge thank you to our players and coaches for an incredible season!
👏 Special congratulations to Carly Melton and Samantha Gulfan for being selected to the All-Conference Team! What an amazing accomplishment!
Great job, Bulldogs!
#FMSBulldogs
Basketball season has officially come to an end for our boys and girls teams, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work, dedication, and growth all year long. A huge thank you to our players and coaches for an incredible season!
👏 Special congratulations to Carly Melton and Samantha Gulfan for being selected to the All-Conference Team! What an amazing accomplishment!
Great job, Bulldogs!
#FMSBulldogs
🎶❄️ Join Us Tonight for Sounds of the Season! ❄️🎶
Our FMS Music Program invites you to a magical evening filled with holiday cheer! Come enjoy beautiful performances from our talented students at Sounds of the Season, happening TONIGHT in the FMS Cafeteria.
📅 Tonight – December 11, 2025
📍 Freeport Middle School Cafeteria
🕠 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎼 Program Begins: 6:00 PM
Because our Girls Basketball Conference Championship is also happening tonight, overflow parking will be available at the Freeport Sports Complex.
Donations will be accepted at the door to support our FMS Music Program.
For more information, please contact FMS and ask for Mrs. Gomillion.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you! ❄️🎵💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Our FMS Music Program invites you to a magical evening filled with holiday cheer! Come enjoy beautiful performances from our talented students at Sounds of the Season, happening TONIGHT in the FMS Cafeteria.
📅 Tonight – December 11, 2025
📍 Freeport Middle School Cafeteria
🕠 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎼 Program Begins: 6:00 PM
Because our Girls Basketball Conference Championship is also happening tonight, overflow parking will be available at the Freeport Sports Complex.
Donations will be accepted at the door to support our FMS Music Program.
For more information, please contact FMS and ask for Mrs. Gomillion.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you! ❄️🎵💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
We have several keys that are in the front office that have been lost. If your child is missing a key, please have them check with Mrs. Tabatha in the front office.
🎉🐾 Congratulations to Our November Students of the Month! 🐾🎉
We are proud to recognize Aria Washington and Jake Smith as our Students of the Month for November! These Bulldogs continue to demonstrate leadership, hard work, and a positive attitude each day. 🌟
A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for donating a gift bag and helping us celebrate these outstanding students. We appreciate your support! 💙🧡
Keep up the great work, Bulldogs! 🐾👏
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
We are proud to recognize Aria Washington and Jake Smith as our Students of the Month for November! These Bulldogs continue to demonstrate leadership, hard work, and a positive attitude each day. 🌟
A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for donating a gift bag and helping us celebrate these outstanding students. We appreciate your support! 💙🧡
Keep up the great work, Bulldogs! 🐾👏
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
🎶❄️ Join Us for Sounds of the Season! ❄️🎶
Our FMS Music Program invites you to a magical evening filled with holiday cheer! Come enjoy beautiful performances from our talented students at Sounds of the Season.
📅 December 11, 2025
📍 Freeport Middle School Cafeteria
🕠 Venue Opens: 5:30 PM
🎼 Program Begins: 6:00 PM
Donations will be accepted at the door to support our music program.
For more information, please contact FMS and ask for Mrs. Gomillion.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you! ❄️🎵💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Our FMS Music Program invites you to a magical evening filled with holiday cheer! Come enjoy beautiful performances from our talented students at Sounds of the Season.
📅 December 11, 2025
📍 Freeport Middle School Cafeteria
🕠 Venue Opens: 5:30 PM
🎼 Program Begins: 6:00 PM
Donations will be accepted at the door to support our music program.
For more information, please contact FMS and ask for Mrs. Gomillion.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you! ❄️🎵💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
🏆 Freeport Middle School Students of the Week – December 5, 2025 🏆
Congratulations to our amazing Students of the Week! 🎉 These Bulldogs have shown leadership, respect, hard work, and academic excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Each week, our teachers nominate students who go above and beyond—and they’re celebrated with a special treat bag and school-wide recognition! 🐾💜
⭐ 5th Grade: Mae Wittig & Kyson Quick
⭐ 6th Grade: Emma Mathis & Gunner Mattes
⭐ 7th Grade: Paz Bonilla & Beckett Duncomb
⭐ 8th Grade: Holly Brown & Antony Samuel Juarez Arevalo
We are so proud of these students for setting a positive example and representing the qualities of a Model Bulldog. Keep up the amazing work—you inspire us all! 💪🐶
#FMSBulldogs
Congratulations to our amazing Students of the Week! 🎉 These Bulldogs have shown leadership, respect, hard work, and academic excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Each week, our teachers nominate students who go above and beyond—and they’re celebrated with a special treat bag and school-wide recognition! 🐾💜
⭐ 5th Grade: Mae Wittig & Kyson Quick
⭐ 6th Grade: Emma Mathis & Gunner Mattes
⭐ 7th Grade: Paz Bonilla & Beckett Duncomb
⭐ 8th Grade: Holly Brown & Antony Samuel Juarez Arevalo
We are so proud of these students for setting a positive example and representing the qualities of a Model Bulldog. Keep up the amazing work—you inspire us all! 💪🐶
#FMSBulldogs
🎄✨ Holiday Spirit Week Is Almost Here! ✨🎄
Get ready to celebrate the season with us during Holiday Spirit Week, happening December 15–19! Each day has a fun theme, so join in and show off your Bulldog spirit:
🌲 Monday – Rocking Around the Christmas Tree
Dress like a decorated Christmas tree or wear your favorite Christmas accessory!
❄️ Tuesday – Don’t Be a Grinch Day
Wear green or dress like a Who from Whoville!
🎅 Wednesday – Baby It’s Cold Outside
Bundle up in your best Christmas hats, scarves, socks, or wear your ugliest Christmas sweater!
💚 Thursday – Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Dress as Santa, an elf, a reindeer, or any of Santa’s helpers!
😴 Friday – Long Winter’s Nap
Wear your coziest holiday pajamas!
Let’s end the semester with festive fun and Bulldog pride! 💙🧡🎄
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
🎄🍬 FMS PTO Holiday Candy Grams! 🍬🎄
Looking to share a little sweetness this holiday season? Come purchase a Candy Gram for a friend, a teacher, or even yourself!
📅 When: December 10, 11, & 12
⏰ During Lunch
💲 Prices: $1, $2, and $3 items
💵 Cash Only — Small Bills Please!
Stop by the PTO table at lunch and spread some holiday cheer! 🎅✨
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
Looking to share a little sweetness this holiday season? Come purchase a Candy Gram for a friend, a teacher, or even yourself!
📅 When: December 10, 11, & 12
⏰ During Lunch
💲 Prices: $1, $2, and $3 items
💵 Cash Only — Small Bills Please!
Stop by the PTO table at lunch and spread some holiday cheer! 🎅✨
#FMSBulldogs 💙🧡
📅 Weekly Schedule at Freeport Schools!
It’s a busy and exciting week ahead—come out and support our Bulldogs! 💙🧡
Monday, Dec. 8th
• Girls Basketball Tournament @ 4:30 (Home)
• Boys Basketball Tournament @ ECMS – 5:30
• Academic Tournament @ WHS – 5:00
Tuesday, Dec. 9th
• Girls Basketball Tournament Day 2 @ 4:30 (Home)
• Boys Basketball Tournament Day 2 @ ECMS
• Soccer vs. Walton (Away) @ 5:00/6:30
• FAST ELA PM 2 – 5th Grade
Thursday, Dec. 11th
• Girls Basketball Tournament Day 3 @ 6:00 (Home)
• Boys Basketball Tournament Day 3 @ ECMS
• FAST Math PM 2 – 5th Grade
• Band/Chorus Winter Concert @ 6:00
Friday, Dec. 12th
• Funday for Students! 🎉
Let’s make it a great week, Bulldogs! 🐾💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
It’s a busy and exciting week ahead—come out and support our Bulldogs! 💙🧡
Monday, Dec. 8th
• Girls Basketball Tournament @ 4:30 (Home)
• Boys Basketball Tournament @ ECMS – 5:30
• Academic Tournament @ WHS – 5:00
Tuesday, Dec. 9th
• Girls Basketball Tournament Day 2 @ 4:30 (Home)
• Boys Basketball Tournament Day 2 @ ECMS
• Soccer vs. Walton (Away) @ 5:00/6:30
• FAST ELA PM 2 – 5th Grade
Thursday, Dec. 11th
• Girls Basketball Tournament Day 3 @ 6:00 (Home)
• Boys Basketball Tournament Day 3 @ ECMS
• FAST Math PM 2 – 5th Grade
• Band/Chorus Winter Concert @ 6:00
Friday, Dec. 12th
• Funday for Students! 🎉
Let’s make it a great week, Bulldogs! 🐾💙🧡
#FMSBulldogs
