All Sports Celebrates Local Athletes in Niceville
The All Sports Association celebrated many local atheletes at their annual banquet Friday night.
Former STEMM Principal Out At OCSD
Accused of misusing school funds and violating student rights, Dr. Scheree Martin resigned before she could be fired—here’s what the investigations uncovered.
This Might Be The New Name For the Niceville Multipurpose Building:
What do a new school building, championship cheerleaders, and a surprising tax windfall have in common? Find out how Niceville High School’s latest addition is changing the game!
Okaloosa County School District Opens Kindergarten and New Student Registration
Okaloosa County School District has opened registration for kindergarteners and new students for the 2025-2026 school year, requiring families to use the Focus Parent Portal for enrollment.
Emerald Coast Schools Cancel Classes Ahead of Winter Weather
Okaloosa and Walton counties close schools for two days due to expected snow, sleet, and freezing rain, prioritizing student and staff safety.
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.
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.
Niceville’s Good Neighbor of the Month: Melissa Kearley!
This month’s Ryan Cabaniss State Farm Niceville Neighbor of the Month is Edge Elementary Principal Melissa Kearley!
Okaloosa Superintendent Reaches Out to Families After Mass Shooting at High School in Georgia
Okaloosa County Schools reaffirm their commitment to student safety, highlighting advanced safety measures and mental health support following a tragic event in Georgia.
Parents: ‘Okaloosa STEMM Principal Broke The Law.’ Now, They Say They Want Justice for Their Son With Autism.
Okaloosa STEMM Academy, lauded as one of Florida’s top middle schools, faces scrutiny from a family who claims their son, José, experienced harassment under the administration of Principal Dr. Scheree Martin. Despite José’s high academic performance, his parents allege Martin’s disciplinary actions targeted their son due to his autism and ADD, leading them to withdraw him from the school. Their ongoing battle highlights concerns about the school’s handling of students with special needs and has prompted investigations by both the Okaloosa County School District and the Florida Department of Education.
