Okaloosa School Board named Ruckel Middle School cafetorium after former principal
The Okaloosa County School Board voted to name Ruckel Middle School’s new cafetorium after former principal Dr. Virginia “Ginny” Morgan, honoring her decades of student-focused leadership and transformative programs.
Okaloosa Schools launch ‘Support to Soar’ program to boost classroom resources
A new community effort in Okaloosa County is helping classrooms soar by providing students with the supplies and snacks they need to thrive.
Okaloosa School Board grapples with budget squeeze despite rising property values
Despite a rising tax base, Okaloosa schools face reduced flexible funding, limiting pay increases and prompting staff cuts in the proposed 2025–2026 budget.
This Group Has A Radical Plan to Ensure Lifetime Care For Adults With Special Needs
The Ground Up Project’s new facility, The Resting Tree, offers a crucial lifeline to families with special needs adults, providing essential care and community resources in Niceville.
Okaloosa Schools Release Bus Schedules for 2025-6 School Year
Okaloosa County School District has released their bus schedules for the upcoming school year.
Annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ School Supply Drive returns in Okaloosa County
Okaloosa County is gearing up for its annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive on Aug. 2 to help local students in need.
School Districts Earn As – What Does That Mean?
Okaloosa and Walton County schools both scored A ratings from the state—but the data shows major differences in readiness and performance across campuses.
Packed with Love, Ready to Learn
Packed with Love, Ready to Learn Staff Reports June 30, 2025 2:50 pm Okaloosa County, Schools and Education, Walton County The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Centers (ECCAC) have launched their annual Back-to-School Supplies Drive, aiming to give students in Okaloosa and Walton Counties the tools they need to start the school year strong. From July […]
Walton County Schools Hold Top 3 Spot in Florida Rankings
Walton County Schools Hold Top 3 Spot in Florida Rankings Staff Reports June 26, 2025 12:22 pm Schools and Education, Walton County In Brief: 📈 Walton County School District ranked 3rd in Florida based on state testing results for 2024–25.🥇 The district ranked 1st in Geometry, 2nd in 4th grade Math, and 3rd in several […]
Okaloosa County School Board approves new leadership
Okaloosa County School Board approves new leadership at Elliot Point, Davidson Collin Bestor June 24, 2025 2:18 pm Schools and Education In Brief: 🏫 Laura King promoted to principal at Davidson Middle School after nearly two decades in Okaloosa classrooms. 🌍 Eva Ratley named assistant principal at Elliott Point, bringing global teaching experience and fresh […]
