She demanded answers on investigation into superintendent with taxpayer money
Former Okaloosa School Board candidate Cara Marion publicly confronted the board, demanding answers about their vote to hire outside counsel for an investigation into Superintendent Marcus Chambers.
Meyer Named New Principal at Niceville High School
Niceville High School has a new Head Eagle on Campus. Learn more about Principal Amy Meyer here!
Social Media Turns High School Speaker Into Political Flashpoint
A guest speaker invited by a student-led club at Fort Walton Beach High School has ignited the first major debate in the race for the District 1 seat on the Okaloosa County School Board.
Niceville Graduate Races Toward a Professional Motorsports Career
Jackson Shirey, an Okaloosa Technical College graduate, is heading to Daytona after earning ASE Master certification and a prestigious racing internship.
Okaloosa Schools Post Powerful Academic Gains, Higher Graduation Rates
Okaloosa County School District leaders are celebrating strong academic performance, rising graduation rates, and major campus improvements following the first semester of the school year.
Okaloosa School Board schedules hearing on proposal to close Mary Esther, Longwood Elementary Schools
With classrooms emptying and budgets tightening, Okaloosa school leaders say they’re out of options — but families argue the cost of closure goes far beyond the numbers.
Okaloosa Schools face North-South divide as enrollment drops in Fort Walton, Destin; surges in Crestview
Okaloosa Schools face North-South divide as enrollment drops in Fort Walton, Destin; surges in Crestview Collin Bestor November 13, 2025 12:45 pm Schools and Education In Brief: 📈 Northern Okaloosa schools are growing fast — while southern campuses lose students 🏫 District may consider boundary changes or consolidations to manage enrollment shifts 💰 Voucher expansion […]
Okaloosa School Board reviews legislative priorities ahead of upcoming state session
Okaloosa County School Board members are calling on state lawmakers to fix what they describe as a broken funding system and to boost support for safety, mental health, and teacher retention.
Okaloosa School Board approves $5.1 Million turf project for four high schools
No more ruts, mud, or game delays — Okaloosa County is going all-in on turf. The School Board just approved a $5.1 million project to replace grass fields at four high schools. Here’s why district leaders say the change will make fields safer and more sustainable.
Choctawhatchee High to Unveil Totem Pole During Homecoming Celebration
Official unveiling of Choctawhatchee High School’s new 11-foot totem pole during Homecoming 2025, honoring more than 70 years of school tradition.
