JD Peacock Launches Powerful Bid for Okaloosa School Board

In Brief:

👤 Who: JD Peacock, Okaloosa County School Board candidate
📢 What: Announces candidacy for District 1 School Board
📅 When: January 16, 2026
📍 Where: Shalimar, Florida / Okaloosa County
🎯 Why: To prioritize student success, teacher support, transparency, and strong family values

Shalimar resident JD Peacock announced on January 16, 2026, that he has pre-filed to run for the Okaloosa County School Board, District 1. Peacock emphasized his commitment to student success, saying that strong schools begin with effective leadership and community collaboration.

A lifelong Okaloosa County resident, Peacock served in the U.S. Army before launching a 25-year career with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, where he rose through the ranks to Major and Chief of Administration. In 2014, he was elected as Okaloosa County Clerk of Courts and Comptroller, introducing programs to enhance transparency and accountability in county government.

As a School Board candidate, Peacock plans to focus on supporting teachers, improving school facilities, and ensuring the district operates with transparency. He also highlighted his dedication to family values and community involvement, noting his service with the All Sports Association, the Emerald Coast Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the Northwest Florida State College Foundation.

“Getting our great teachers the tools, facilities, and support they need will be my top priority,” Peacock said. “I will be your voice, standing up for strong family values and a transparent, accountable school district.”