Ruckel Middle Honors Legacy of Dr. Ginny Morgan With New Cafetorium
Ruckel Middle School dedicated its new cafetorium to former principal Dr. Ginny Morgan, honoring her decades of leadership and impact on students and staff.
FWB High’s Lindsey Smith Named Florida’s Top Administrator for 2026
Fort Walton Beach High Principal Lindsey Smith is honored as the 2026 Bill Montford Administrator of the Year for her leadership in advancing STEM education.
Okaloosa Technical College Recognized as Military-Friendly Purple Star Campus
Okaloosa Technical College has been named a Collegiate Purple Star Campus by the Florida Department of Education, recognizing the school’s comprehensive support for military members, veterans, and their families across all OTC sites.
Okaloosa County School District Announces 2026 Education Staff Professional of the Year
The Okaloosa County School District honored its top Education Staff Professionals during a ceremony at Crosspoint Church in Niceville, celebrating the custodians, bus drivers, secretaries, and support staff who keep schools running every day. This year, Northwood Elementary’s Nicole Hardin was named the 2026 Education Staff Professional of the Year, earning recognition for her exceptional dedication to students and staff.
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 County Celebrates 2025–2026 Art in the Capitol Winners
Okaloosa County middle school students were recognized for their artistic talent in the 2025–2026 Art in the Capitol Competition. Best in Show winner Hannah Leitheiser and other top students will have their artwork displayed at the Florida Capitol during the 2026 Legislative Session.
Engineering Excellence on Display at Niceville High School
Niceville High School students showcased their research and innovative solutions for rising sea levels and storm-surge threats in Florida during the 2025 Engineering Challenge Project.
Okaloosa County School District Announces 2025 Sunshine State Scholars
Penelope Gordon and Emma Michel have been named Okaloosa County’s 2025 Sunshine State Scholars, with Adonaiah White named as the alternate, recognizing their achievements in STEM and providing opportunities to connect with colleges and employers in Orlando.
Trinity United Methodist Church Helps Reduce Student Lunch Debt in Okaloosa Schools
Trinity United Methodist Church celebrated its 65th anniversary by helping local students, paying off lunch debt at Shalimar Elementary and Pryor Middle Schools, and assisting Trinity Preschool families with tuition.
