Okaloosa County Schools Revisit Start Times Amid Concerns Over Teen Health and Bus Shortages

Okaloosa County Schools Revisit Start Times Amid Concerns Over Teen Health and Bus Shortages Staff Reports January 14, 2026 11:42 am Uncategorized NICEVILLE — As Florida lawmakers retreat from a mandate that would have forced later start times for middle and high schools, a renewed debate unfolded on Monday as members of the Okaloosa County […]
Okaloosa School Board grapples with budget squeeze despite rising property values

Despite a rising tax base, Okaloosa schools face reduced flexible funding, limiting pay increases and prompting staff cuts in the proposed 2025–2026 budget.