Two College & Career Fairs will be held in Okaloosa County in March, offering students a chance to connect with colleges, employers, and military representatives.

Okaloosa Students Invited to College & Career Fairs in March

In Brief:

  • 🏫 Who: Okaloosa County Schools and the Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation; students from Crestview, Baker, Laurel Hill, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, and Choctawhatchee; top local employers and colleges
  • 🎓 What: Student College and Career Fair; 5th Annual College & Career Fair
  • 📅 When: March 7, 2025 (Crestview High) & March 11, 2025 (Beachside Community Church)
  • 📍 Where: Crestview High School & Beachside Community Church, Fort Walton Beach
  • Why: To help students explore college, career, and military opportunities

Okaloosa County students are invited to attend one of two College & Career Fairs in March. These events allow high school students to explore college, career, and military pathways after graduation.

The first event, presented by Crestview High School, will be on Thursday, March 7, at Crestview High School’s Multipurpose Building. This fair is open to Crestview, Baker, and Laurel Hill students.

The second event, scheduled for Monday, March 11, will be held at Beachside Community Church in Fort Walton Beach. Hosted by the Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation, it will serve students from Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, and Choctawhatchee High Schools.

 

March 7 Event Details

The Student College & Career Fair, presented by Crestview High School, will be hosted in the new Multipurpose Building. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to connect Crestview, Baker, and Laurel Hill High School students with top employers and colleges in our area.

Vendor Participation

Businesses and organizations interested in participating should contact Olivia Taylor at olivia.taylor@okaloosaschools.com.

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March 11 Event Details

The 5th Annual College & Career Fair will have two sessions:

  • 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.: Fort Walton Beach and Niceville students (Breakfast provided)
  • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Choctawhatchee students (Lunch provided)


Unlike previous years, this event will not be drop-in style. Students must stay for the entire session and will have a chance to win prizes and gift cards.
The event is free, but students must arrange their own transportation.

Registration is required, and students can sign up online using this link.

Event Logistics

Students must complete permission forms, which are available at their school’s designated point of contact:

  • Choctawhatchee: Front Office
  • Fort Walton Beach: Guidance Office
  • Niceville: Front Office

 

Vendor Participation

Businesses and organizations interested in participating can register here.

For more information, contact Debbie Tate at tated@okaloosaschools.com or (850) 974-0742.