Administration

superintendent hughes

Mr. Russell Hughes, Superintendent

Email: HughesR@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100, ext. 1302

The Walton County School District's Superintendent is responsible for the management of all facets of the district.

Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Hawthorne

Dr. Jennifer Hawthorne

Deputy Superintendent
E-mail: jennifer.hawthorne@walton.k12.fl.us 
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1301

The Deputy Superintendent serves as a key leader, assisting the Superintendent in overseeing the district’s operations and ensuring the effective delivery of educational programs.  The Deputy Superintendent is second-in-command, providing support, guidance, and leadership to the Superintendent and the Superintendent’s cabinet.

supervisor of curriculum crystal appel

Crystal Appel

Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction Department
E-mail: appelc@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 Ext. 1521


The Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) Department is responsible for K-12 Literacy (Reading & Writing), academic programs, professional development, Exceptional Student Education (ESE), psychological services, federal programs, ESOL, and student services. In addition to supervision of all Curriculum and Instruction personnel and programs; specific areas also include Instructional Materials, AdvancED/Cognia, School Improvement and Accountability, MSID Contact, ESSA school identification data and report cards, provide support for school administration and collaborates with all stakeholders to support the development of goals and objectives of the District Strategic Plan by sharing all relevant program and content area data.

chief information officer Henry Martin

Henry Martin

Chief Information Officer
E-mail: henry.martin@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1511

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) leading the Technology Department, which is responsible for providing technology and technical support services for the district.

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Jill Smith

Director of Facilities
E-mail:
 jill.smith@walton.k12.fl.us Phone: 892-1100 ext. 1810

The Director of Facilities leads the Facilities Department, which encompasses maintenance and facility management and is responsible for the construction and maintenance of all facilities and properties.

director of HR Candy Bodie

Candy Bodie

Director of Human Resources

E-mail: BodieC@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1309
Fax: (850) 892-1190

The Walton County School District's Human Resources Department is responsible for employment, employment screenings and benefits.

CFO Stephanie Hofheinz

Stephanie Hofheinz

Chief Finance Officer
E-mail: hofheinzs@walton.k12.fl.us 
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1346

The Walton County School District's Finance Department is responsible for the budget, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

PIO Joshua Bledsoe

Dr. Joshua Bledsoe

Public Information Officer
E-mail: Joshua.Bledsoe@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1110

The Walton County School District's Public Information Officer is responsible for communication with the public, social media, and website.

Charlie Morse

Charlie Morse

School Safety Specialist
E-mail: MorseC@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1807

The School Safety Specialist oversees the implementation of programs that ensure our students are as safe as they can be while in our care.

Josh Harrison

Josh Harrison

Data Analyst
E-mail: HarrisoJ@walton.k12.fl.us
Telephone: (850) 892-1100 ext. 1111

Mr. Harrison is responsible for alternative placement of students, athletics, and transportation.