Okaloosa County Places In Top 10 In State FAST Testing

The Florida Department of Education released the 2023-24 results for the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) and End of Course Exams on July 1, 2024. Okaloosa Schools ranked 10th out of 67 districts, with top performances in 5th, 7th, and 8th-grade Reading, 7th and 8th-grade Mathematics, and 8th-grade Science. Superintendent Marcus Chambers praised the dedication of the school community and highlighted the need for ongoing improvement despite some areas where pass rates fell below the state average.
Niceville-Area Schools Named Florida Schools of Excellence. What Does That Mean for Students?

Seven out of ten Schools of Excellence in Okaloosa County are nestled in the Niceville/Valparaiso area. But what does that label mean for your child’s classroom?
President of Northwest Florida State College Named Finalist for Florida Polytechnic University Presidency

Dr. G. Devin Stephenson, President of Northwest Florida State College, has been selected as a finalist for the top spot at Florida Polytechnic University.
NWFSC Student Appointed To Statewide Board

Lillian Roller, a student at NWFSC, has been selected to chair a committee for the FCSSGA, overseeing the planning of key conferences.
Northwest Florida State College Welcomes Dr. Henry Mack as Vice President for Academic Affairs

Northwest Florida State College is proud to announce Dr. Henry Mack as the new Vice President for Academic Affairs. With a wealth of experience overseeing Florida’s higher education system, Dr. Mack is poised to elevate NWFSC’s academic excellence.