Okaloosa County School District Launches ‘Champions of Education’ Program
The Okaloosa County School District launched its Champions of Education program on September 29, 2025, giving community members an inside look at district operations, student programs, and classroom innovation.
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.
Okaloosa Superintendent Marcus Chambers Elected President of FHSAA Board
Superintendent Marcus Chambers was elected president of the Florida High School Athletic Association Board of Directors during the group’s September 23 meeting in Gainesville.
Fort Walton Beach school-zone cameras slash speeding by 95% in first year
Fort Walton Beach’s school-zone speed cameras cut speeding by 95% in their first year, collecting $183,675 in fines. Most violators received only one ticket, and city leaders say the revenue is being reinvested into safety improvements.
Okaloosa Schools launch ‘Support to Soar’ program to boost classroom resources
A new community effort in Okaloosa County is helping classrooms soar by providing students with the supplies and snacks they need to thrive.
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.
Okaloosa Students Raise $9.6K for Children in Crisis
Okaloosa Students Raise $9.6K for Children in Crisis Staff Reports June 17, 2025 11:28 am Charities and Nonprofits, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: Okaloosa County students raised more than $9,600 in the 2024–2025 Change for Children Campaign to support Children in Crisis, Inc. Top fundraising schools were recognized at the May 27 school […]
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.
The Secret One School District Found to Avoid Dropping Test Scores – And What Okaloosa Schools Can Learn From It.
Only Walton County has managed to avoid a downward trend in test scores over the last 20 years in Florida. How’d they do it?
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!
