Workman
Middle School
Military Family Resources
WELCOME TO WORKMAN, MILITARY FAMILIES!
Military Point of Contact
Elizabeth Walker
ewalker@ecsdfl.us
Enrollment Services
New to the area? Have questions about registering your child for school, or what documentation is needed for registration? Click here to visit our ECPS Enrollment Services department for this information, as well as the current Student Progression Plans.
Transition Planning
Workman Middle School is committed to making school transitions as smooth as possible for military-connected students and all students entering or leaving our school.
Families enrolling a student at Workman may begin the registration process through Escambia County Public Schools Enrollment Services and can request a registration appointment through the Workman Middle School website. For school-based registration assistance, families should contact the Workman Guidance Office at 850-494-5665.
Registration Contact:
Lorraine Batiz, Registrar
850-494-5665, ext. 409005
lbatiz1@ecsdfl.us
New students should provide the documentation required by ECPS, including proof of residence, birth certificate, verification of Social Security number, immunization record, physical documentation, and a completed enrollment form. Military families should also provide military orders or other transition documentation when applicable.
When a student transfers to Workman, staff review records from the previous school to determine appropriate grade-level placement, course placement, academic supports, and any ESE, 504, ESOL, gifted, or other student services that may be needed. Workman staff work with families to help students enter classes and become connected to the school as quickly as possible.
When a student transfers from Workman, the parent or guardian should notify the Guidance Office so the student can be formally withdrawn. Records are then provided through the district records process when requested by the receiving school.
Academic Planning
Academic planning at Workman Middle School is a collaborative process involving students, families, teachers, school counselors, and other school staff.
Students and parents have access to academic information through the FOCUS Student and Parent Portals. Families can use FOCUS to monitor grades, assignments, attendance, report cards, schedules, and statewide assessment results and to communicate with teachers. Students and families are encouraged to regularly review academic progress and contact teachers or counselors when additional assistance is needed.
Workman counselors assist students with course selection, scheduling, academic planning, and preparation for the transition to high school. Academic decisions are guided by the ECPS Student Progression Plan, which outlines promotion requirements, course expectations, and other academic requirements.
Workman offers advanced academic opportunities for eligible students, including advanced coursework, accelerated mathematics, high-school-credit opportunities such as Algebra I and Biology, and gifted services. Counselors work with students and families to identify appropriate academic pathways based on student performance, assessment information, previous coursework, and individual student needs.
Workman also offers career and technical education opportunities through Digital Arts, We Build It Better, and NJROTC. Through the NJROTC partnership with Booker T. Washington High School, eligible Workman students can participate in the high school NJROTC program and earn high school credit while still in middle school. These opportunities allow students to explore career interests, develop leadership skills, and begin building pathways toward high school and future goals.
Workman School Counselor
- Ebony Pitts, School Counselor: 850-494-5665, ext. 409032 | epitts@ecsdfl.us
Exceptional Student Education
Workman Middle School provides Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services based on each eligible student's individual needs and Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Depending on the student's IEP, services may include specialized instruction, support within the general education classroom, accommodations, speech and language services, behavioral supports, assistive technology, related services, and other individualized supports. Workman ESE staff collaborate with general education teachers, families, counselors, and other school personnel to help students access grade-level instruction and participate fully in the school community.
When a military-connected student with an existing IEP transfers to Workman, families are encouraged to provide the student's most recent IEP, evaluations, and educational records as early as possible. Workman's ESE and guidance staff review incoming records and work with the family to support continuity of services during the student's transition.
For assistance with ESE services, families may contact the Workman’s ESE Department at 850-494-5665.
School ESE Contact:
Angela Kildare, ESE Department Chair
Akildare@ecsdfl.us
850-494-5665, ext. 409411
Families may also access additional support through the ECPS Exceptional Student Education Department and the NAS Pensacola Exceptional Family Member Program.
Click to visit the ECPS Exceptional Student Education department.
Sondra Hill, Program Director
shill@ecsdfl.us • 850-429-2977
Resources
The Joint Military Council for Education Excellence was established as a partnership between the Escambia County School District and Naval Air Station Pensacola in the Spring of 2020. Its mission is: Improving educational services and communication between the Escambia County School District and military families.
The Military Council convenes quarterly to address topics of mutual interest and to solicit input from community stakeholders, including military families.
NAS Pensacola Fleet &Family Support Center
Military One Source connects you to programs, services and products developed for military life. Turn to Military OneSource for tax services, spouse employment help, webinars and online training, relocation and deployment tools, and much more.
Military One Source also has a link to a tutoring service designed specifically for military students.
Military Child Education Coalition
The Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission has a specific section for parents with resources detailing the role of the School Liaison as well as helpful articles on helping military children change schools and cope with moving, among others. They also have a section on supporting military families with special medical or educational needs.
The ASVAB CEP offers students a chance to explore all paths to careers - college, certifications, apprenticeships, licensure programs, and the Military - in one place. Contact your school counselor to find out when the ASVAB CEP is coming to your school.
Student2Student
Student to Student (S2S) is a student-led, faculty-advised program with the mission to take care of new students. An S2S program shows students their new campus, and introduces them to their new community. It provides fun ways for new students to get to know other students, to build new peer groups, and encourage new students to perform better in school. S2S impacts the entire student body by uniting the campus to build a culture of inclusion. The results are improved academic performance and positive peer-to-peer interactions.
How does an S2S team include transitioning students?
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Provide every new student a tour
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Eat lunch with the new student
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Provide academic resources and encouragement
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Provide activities to the new student to help them meet others
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100% Acceptance: Respect for EVERY student no matter their differences
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Actively engage in serving the school and community
S2S Core Values
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Leadership
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Academics
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Service
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Finding the Way
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Relationships
NJROTC
We are the only local middle school to offer NJRTOC to our students in conjunction with Washington High School. As congressionally mandated by Title 10 United States Code, Section 2031, each military service must have a JROTC program to “instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, and personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment.” JROTC’s mission, “To Motivate Young People to be Better Citizens,” is the guidepost for the program’s success.
Lekeen Brown, ROTC Teacher
(850) 806-7961
Email CDR Brown
John Spaulding, ROTC Teacher
(850) 806-7960
Email Mr. Spaulding
Booker T. Washington HS NJROTC page
WMS Military Recognition Events
Purple Up Day! A Day for Military Kids
On April 15th each year, Workman shows support and thanks to military students and families by wearing purple! Why purple? Purple indicates that all branches of the military are supported. All the service colors are represented, including Air Force blue, Army green, Navy blue, Marine red, and Coast Guard blue, said to combine for the mutual benefit of all into the color purple.
Veterans Day Presentations
At the school, a Veterans Day presentation is held during lunch hours, honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans. Students and staff gathered to listen to heartfelt stories from local veterans, deepening their appreciation for their contributions. The event will be concluded with a moment of silence, fostering a sense of unity and respect within the school community.
In addition to the Veterans Day presentation during lunch, staff and students are encouraged to contribute names and pictures to our Veterans Display in the main hallway. We encourage all our employees and families of service members to participate in showing our appreciation.
Holiday Cards for Our Military Challenge
In collaboration with our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC), students are invited to create Holiday Cards as a show of support and appreciation for service members and deployed U.S. Troops. If your student is interested in taking part, the submission deadline for 2026 is November 13th.
Additional Resources for Educational Opportunities
As a Florida Purple Star School of Distinction, Workman Middle School is committed to supporting military-connected students academically, socially, and emotionally.
Military-connected students have access to the same academic support, extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, athletics, clubs, and specialized programs available to all Workman students. Workman's specialized programs include Digital Arts, NJROTC, and We Build It Better, which provide students with opportunities to explore career and technical education and future pathways.
Students may also receive support from their classroom teachers, school counselors, ESE and student-support staff, and the school's Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC). Workman's Student-to-Student (S2S) program provides additional peer support for students transitioning into or out of the school.
Additional military-family educational resources include:
- Military OneSource
- Military Child Education Coalition
- Military Kids Connect
- NAS Pensacola School Liaison
- Fleet and Family Support Center
- Military and Family Life Counseling Program
Workman Middle School Is Proud to Be a
MFLC Contact Phone Number
850-377-2548
About the Military & Family Life Counseling (MFLC) Program
Workman Middle School is honored to offer non-medical counseling to our military-connected students. MFLCs support military families through the unique challenges of military life, including cycles of deployment and reintegration, by providing non-medical, short-term counseling. Through a partnership between the school district, the installation and the office of the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy, counselors will be assigned to various schools during the school year.
Military-connected students at Workman have access to both school counseling services and the Military and Family Life Counseling (MFLC) program.
Students who would like to speak with a school counselor may request assistance through the Guidance Office or speak with a teacher or staff member who can help connect them with Guidance. Parents and guardians may also contact the Guidance Office directly at 850-494-5665.
What is the counselor’s role in the school?
MFLCs provide consultation, training, and educational presentations/workshops to program faculty, staff, parents, and children. MFLC support augments services already in place at each school. Counselors take part in everyday school activities and events. They are available to support in areas related to deployment and reintegration; family dynamics; positive coping mechanisms; staff support and education; parent education and stress reduction. Counselors are also available to facilitate groups and trainings to build leadership skills; manage anger; build self-esteem and confidence and strengthen communication.
How are counselors selected?
Counselors are selected for their demonstrated expertise and training and are under the management of the office of the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy. Counselors hold a master’s or doctoral degree, are independently licensed and have experience working with children and youth. Counselors go through rigorous background checks before being placed in schools.
Why are the counselors in certain schools and not others?
Schools were selected by the Service Branch to receive MFLCs based on the number of military connected students attending each school. Military families who have students in schools without counselors can typically receive the same support through the installation’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, Fleet and Family Services or the A&FRC.
Do counselors keep records about students and families?
No. Services provided by counselors are private and confidential with the exception of mandatory federal and military reporting requirements (i.e., child abuse, domestic violence and other life-threatening situations). No counseling records are maintained.
The Dandelion
The official flower of the military child is the dandelion. Why?
The plant puts down roots almost anywhere, and it's almost impossible to destroy. It's an unpretentious plant, yet good looking. It's a survivor in a broad range of climates.
Military children bloom everywhere the winds carry them. They are hardy and upright. Their roots are strong, cultivated deeply in the culture of the military, planted swiftly and surely. They're ready to fly in the breezes that take them to new adventures, new lands, and new friends.
Experts say military children are well-rounded, culturally aware, tolerant, and extremely resilient. Military children have learned from an early age that home is where their hearts are, that a good friend can be found in every corner of the world, and that education doesn't only come from school. They live history. They learn that to survive means to adapt, that the door that closes one chapter of their life opens up to a new and exciting adventure full of new friends and new experiences.
(Military Child Education Coalition, 2017).