Friday was our Medieval Times experience for our 4th graders! Our knights participated in a medieval tournament including games like horseshoes, chariot races, catapults, and tug of war. Then students got to enjoy a medieval feast, watch a live jousting match, and ended it with a medieval dance led by Mrs. Ritenour. A huge shout out to our amazing volunteers, the Shoop family for providing the chicken, the Mayworth family for brining their horse, Dee’s place, and everyone else who made the magic happen! See our Facebook page for lots of pictures.
#TheWoodlawnWay #70YearsStrong #TheBestisYettoCome
about 1 month ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A stage is elaborately decorated for a medieval or fantasy theme, featuring a large green dragon centerpiece against a black curtain. The decor mimics a stone castle with turrets, stained-glass-like windows, a suit of armor statue, and a stone backdrop. The floor is white tile with a blue section.
Families, we've had a lot of items turn up in our Lost and Found recently!

If your child is missing a jacket, sweater, or water bottle (like the ones shown below) or any other item, students can claim items from the stage in the cafeteria.

Names on items can help the item get back to their owner and avoid being lost.
about 1 month ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A black and gray Nike hoodie with a zipper is folded and lying on a tiled floor.
Two folded items of clothing lay on a tiled floor: a dark navy or black hooded sweatshirt and a blue denim jacket with snap buttons.
Two folded sweaters are on a tiled floor: a teal-colored velvety hooded garment with a floral graphic, and a red and black striped sweater.
Four water bottles are lying side-by-side on a tiled floor. From top to bottom: a blue plastic bottle, a pink Stanley tumbler, a green bottle with white accents, and a light blue plastic bottle.
Today our 1st grade leaders culminated their learning about The Human Body with rotations. At each stop, students learned more about how each body system helps us function. Learning is fun when you do it The Woodlawn Way! #70YearsStrong #TheBestisYettoCome
about 1 month ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A diverse group of approximately fifteen elementary school children are sitting on a rug in a classroom, smiling and holding up paper skeletons they have made. A large screen behind them displays dancing skeleton figures, and classroom charts are on the walls.
Tuesday was “You Pick” Professional Learning! Our teachers had the choice to pick their topic based on their professional growth journey. Teacher leaders shared on topics like cooperative structures, understanding and supporting neurodivergent students, and “What are the other kids doing?” which was a make and take for center activities for students. Our amazing team never stops learning. #TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 1 month ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A woman with curly hair, wearing an orange shirt, stands next to a round table, holding and reading from a large poster board. The poster advises to "Be Predictable and Have Strong Routines." Bookshelves are visible on the left side of the room.
It was National Coaches’ Day and we get to celebrate some of the BEST. Whether these ladies are coaching and supporting our teachers and working behind the scenes to create The Woodlawn Magic or coaching and mentoring our students out on the PE field, we are blessed to have all of these amazing coaches in our lives pouring into our amazing school. Woodlawn family…join us in celebrating all of our coaches! #TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 1 month ago, Woodlawn Elementary
It was National Custodian Appreciation Day! We got to celebrate our amazing crew by catering in Sophie’s for an early dinner. These people are the backbone of The Woodlawn Way. They serve with a smile and go above and beyond to ensure our school is clean and safe. We couldn’t survive without them and their selfless service to Woodlawn! #TheWoodlawnWay #70YearsStrong #TheBestisYettoCome
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A diverse group of eight people, wearing light blue shirts, stand behind a table with snacks and drinks. Balloons and motivational quotes decorate the office wall behind them. They appear to be celebrating an event.
A collection of lost items has been found and is waiting to be claimed! Please take a moment to look at the pictures. Do any of these look familiar?

If any of these items belong to your child, they can stop by the school cafeteria to claim them. We want to reunite these items with their owners!

Remember to put your child's first and last name on all items, as it helps us get them back to their owner.

Thanks for your help!
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A dark green pullover hoodie with light gray cuffs and a large light purple hood. The chest features a small square patch with a green and purple swirling pattern.
A blue denim jacket with copper-colored buttons laid out next to a large, red thermos with a handle, which appears to be a Yeti brand bottle.
A flat lay of multiple items, mostly clothing and accessories, on a tiled floor. Items include a blue zip-up hoodie, a black hoodie with small white graphic accents, a striped shirt (white/black and green/blue), a black lunch box, a Spiderman mask-shaped lunchbox, a pink scrunchie, and a yellow smiling bunny coin purse.
Monday morning we had a chance to kick off our Win Win Buddies, our peer mentoring program at Woodlawn. Mentors were trained today and prepared for their impact they will have on our youngest eagles. While impacting the future generation of Eagles, they in turn develop amazing leadership skills that will last them throughout their lives. It truly is a Win-Win! #TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A long conference room table is surrounded by chairs. About 20 elementary school students are standing behind the table, smiling for a group photo. The walls are decorated with a mural and inspirational quotes, including posters with the text "We are a TEAM."
Friday was farm day in kindergarten! Our kindergartners have been learning fact and opinion during their farm unit. So today they got to experience real farm life thanks to the Mayworth family. Check out our Facebook page for lots more photos!
#TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A group of young children wearing red bandanas are gathered outdoors. Two girls in the foreground are petting a dark-colored horse with a rope halter. The children are standing on grass with a fence visible in the background.
Friday was our first Leadership Luncheon of the year. Students who have been saving their SOAR bucks were able to pay to enjoy lunch with the principals at Wendy’s. Leaders are everywhere at Woodlawn! #TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A food service worker wearing a headset and uniform is standing behind a counter, shaking hands with one of two young boys. A cash register screen is visible on the counter. The background includes menus and a sign indicating the seating capacity.
This week we had the opportunity to announce our Leadership Ambassadors Executive Board! Congratulations to these amazing leaders and we look forward to the impact you make on our campus this year. #TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A group of about twelve elementary school students is standing outside a brick building under an awning, holding light blue certificates. They are smiling and posing for a photo. A sign on the building identifies the location as "Woodlands Elementary: The Leader in Me School."
Wednesday was our September themed professional learning! We celebrated all things September, like National Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza Days and Johnny Appleseed’s birthday! We enjoyed pizza, salad, and all the Apple desserts! We ended with setting our WIGs for the year, writing PGPs, talking about explicit instruction, and playing a few Apple themed games in between. #TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A blue-themed room, likely a staff lounge, is set up with a long table for a meal. The table is covered in a blue cloth and holds several pizza boxes, individual containers of food, silverware, and paper plates. Blue cabinets line the wall, above which is a motivational quote. A large red balloon hangs overhead.
Don't miss out on our Annual Family Movie Night...this Friday evening. We are watching Lilo & Stitch. Doors open at 5:15 PM and the movie starts at 6:00 PM. We still have a few tickets left so don't miss out on purchasing yours. https://highlands.revtrak.net/.../wes-family-involvement/...
Also, check out this awesome concession stand that will be available that evening!

Family Move Night MENU
Cash or Card Accepted

Hawaiian Pork Sliders Combo - $6
Pizza Combo - $5
Hotdog Combo- $5
Taco Salad Combo- $6
Pulled Pork Mac Bowl- $6
Uncrustables Combo- $5
Nachos- $2
Popcorn- $2
Fresh Fruit Bowl- $2
Sweet Treat- $2
Stitch Movie Bucket - $5
(popcorn, gummies, drink, & glasses)
Blue Hawaiian Punch- $3 specialty cup
Soda/Water- $1
Come hungry and ready to enjoy family time all while supporting The Woodlawn Way!
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A brightly colored yellow flyer for "Family Movie Night." It features a menu with food and drink combos, prices, and a note that "Cash or Card Accepted." The bottom of the flyer shows a cartoon image of Stitch from Lilo & Stitch wearing sunglasses and relaxing under a palm tree.
Don't forget, this Wednesday is a 2-hour early release (9/24/25). All bus routes & parent pickup lines will be two hours earlier on Wednesday. Please notify your child's teacher if there is a change in the way your child will be going home.
about 2 months ago, The School Board of Highlands County
9-24-25 Early Release
Huge shout out to the families who joined us tonight for our 5th grade parent night. We had a wonderful turn out as families learned about all things 5th grade! Topics discussed were curriculum, end of the year field trip, our house system, Tag Art, attendance and behavior expectations, and sponsorship for fifth grade events. We can’t wait for a great year in 5th grade. #70YearsStrong #TheWoodlawnWay #thebestisyettocome
about 2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A large group of people, including adults and children, are seated at cafeteria tables with attached benches. They are facing a stage area where a presentation is being shown on a screen. The cafeteria has blue floors and white ceiling tiles.
Tuesday, we celebrated National IT Professional’s Day by honoring these two IT Queens, Annie Noethlich and Kim Gauger! These ladies work hard to keep us online and ask us our favorite question, “Have you tried restarting?” They also are there when you need them and help us handle all things tech on our campus. We are thankful for their impact and celebrate them for their contribution to The Woodlawn Way. #70yearsstrong #TheBestisYettoCome #TheWoodlawnWay
2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
Two women stand side by side in a classroom. Both are smiling and wearing small gold crowns with "IT QUEEN" written on them. The woman on the left wears a gray cardigan, and the woman on the right wears a floral print dress.
Help! Our lost and found is overflowing and the lonely items are starting to form a band! We've got jackets, lunchboxes, and even enough water bottles to keep an NFL team hydrated.

Have your student swing by the cafeteria stage to reunite with lost treasures. A friendly reminder: labeling items with a first and last name is the secret to a happy reunion!
2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
A variety of lost-and-found items, including jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes, are laid out on a beige tile floor. The items are spread out in groups, with many colorful jackets and several water bottles with popular cartoon characters.
Woodlawn has some exciting news to announce! Our staff has voted and here is who they chose:
⭐️Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Erica Ashley
⭐️ Employee of the Year: Mrs. Ginger McIntyre
Both of these ladies live up to the values of our great profession. They embody the heart and spirit of The Woodlawn Way and they serve selflessly our students and community. We are proud of them and so blessed to call them Eagles! Let’s show them some love Woodlawn community!
#TheWoodlawnWay #TheBestisYettoCome #70YearsStrong
2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A full-body photo of four people standing on a stage with a dark blue curtain backdrop. From left to right: a bald man in a yellow and blue jersey, a man in a blue polo shirt, a woman in a floral dress wearing a "Teacher of the Year" sash and holding a bouquet, and a woman in a black t-shirt. They are all smiling.
A woman in a floral dress and a "Support-Related Employee of the Year" sash stands between a woman in a black t-shirt and a man in a blue and yellow jersey. They are all smiling. The woman in the middle is holding a bouquet and a "Congratulations" balloon. In the background, two children are partially visible, and a brick wall with a large number "3" is seen.
Woodlawn is excited to add ART to our elective wheel for our students. Our leaders have been working on learning the different types of lines and now put that knowledge to use to build 3D objects with their lines. Look at this creativity! We believe Everyone has GENIUS at Woodlawn! #TheWoodlawnWay #70YearsStrong #TheBestisYettoCome
2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A high-angle view shows four children sitting at a long table in a classroom, engaged in an art project. They are cutting and gluing colorful paper strips, creating three-dimensional sculptures. A large monitor in the background displays an example of similar artwork.
We had a chance to meet with our amazing bus drivers! We are thankful for the work they do in starting and ending our students’ day with a positive experience. We reviewed our SOAR expectations, problem solved real world scenarios, and continued building our partnership for a successful year. #TheWoodlawnWay #70YearsStrong #TheBestisYettoCome
2 months ago, Woodlawn Elementary
A group of four school transportation staff stand in front of a screen with a colorful school bus graphic and text that reads, “Thank you for coming & partnering with us.” The individuals are smiling, showing appreciation for their role in supporting students and families.