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Shalimar, FL – The Okaloosa County School Board meeting saw a packed house Monday evening as Tax Collector Ben Anderson and Sheriff Eric Aden honored the Award of Distinction winners of the Kids Tag Art Program. Alongside Superintendent Marcus Chambers, Anderson and Aden recognized two outstanding students from each participating school for their creative achievements.
The Kids Tag Art program serves a dual purpose: it functions as an art contest for 5th graders and as a fundraiser. The program allows students to design their own specialty license plates, which can be used as art pieces or displayed on the front of vehicles. Family members have the opportunity to purchase these custom plates, with proceeds directly benefiting the students’ schools.
Initiated in 2013, this collaborative effort between the Tax Collector’s Office and the School District has gained the support of the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, reflecting their ongoing commitment to student safety and welfare through their Community Partnership and the provision of Resource Officers in schools.
This school year, the Kids Tag Art program raised an impressive $18,124.00 through in-school sales and local sponsorships. Tax Collector Ben Anderson emphasized the significance of this non-tax generated revenue, especially at a time when art curriculums could greatly benefit from additional funding. “Each participating school received checks for $800.00 via the Public Education Foundation,” Anderson noted. Since its inception, the program has generated a remarkable $155,167 for Okaloosa County school arts programs.
For those interested in sponsoring the Kids Tag Art program, please contact Shari Flowers Bruns at 850-651-7669.
Bluewater:
Bob Sikes:
Edge:
Elliott Point:
Kenwood:
Northwood:
Plew:
Shalimar:
Silver Sands:
Southside Primary:
Walker:
Special Recognition:
This celebration of young talent highlights the importance of supporting arts education in Okaloosa County and showcases the creative potential of its students.
