William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title
William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title Staff Reports June 4, 2025 10:35 am Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: 🎓 Fort Walton Beach High School senior William Kiker has made national history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship for the second time — the first student to ever do […]
Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation
Amber Burke Named Top AFJROTC Instructor in Nation Staff Reports June 2, 2025 12:33 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🏆 SMSgt Amber Burke of Fort Walton Beach High School earned national recognition as the 2025 Overall Air Force/Space Force Outstanding Instructor of the Year for her leadership in AFJROTC. She also took home the Region 2 […]
Okaloosa County Releases 2025 High School Graduation Schedule
The Okaloosa County School District has announced its 2025 graduation schedule, including dates, locations, and livestream links for all local high schools.
Over 600 Seniors Recognized for Academic Achievement at Annual Anne T. Mitchell Awards Ceremony
The Okaloosa County School District honored 619 graduating seniors from six high schools for achieving high academic distinction during the Anne T. Mitchell Academic Awards Ceremony on April 22 at Northwest Florida State College.
Five Okaloosa JROTC Cadets Receive Scholarships from Air and Space Forces Association
Five JROTC cadets from Okaloosa County high schools were awarded scholarships by the Air and Space Forces Association Eglin Chapter at a ceremony held April 15 at the Air Force Armament Museum.
Okaloosa County School District Releases 2025 Graduation Schedule
The Okaloosa County School District has announced the graduation schedule for eight schools, with ceremonies taking place from May 16 to May 23, 2025, and livestream options available for those unable to attend.
Fayard Hits 1,000 Point Mark, Sets Sights on Playoffs
Niceville High School junior Carson Fayard has scored 1,000 career points, earning a Division I scholarship offer while focusing on leading her team to success in the district playoffs.
Okaloosa County Teacher Honored with Presidential Excellence Award
Jacqueline Sheffield, a mathematics teacher at Fort Walton Beach High School, has been honored with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, recognizing her 28 years of teaching excellence and dedication to STEM education.
Fort Walton Beach Student Named Sunshine State Scholar
Reese Armstrong, a Fort Walton Beach High School junior, has been named Okaloosa County’s 2024-2025 Sunshine State Scholar for her academic excellence, leadership, and contributions in STEM and community activities.
Niceville, FWB High Schools Named to AP School Honor Roll
Niceville and Fort Walton Beach High Schools were honored for their success on AP tests.
