Will Vouchers Cripple Okaloosa Public Schools? Here’s What the Experts Say:
What changes will we see at local schools after the governor signed huge expansions of the school voucher program into law? Local education leaders tell us what they think.
Ruckel Middle School Chorus to Perform at New York’s Lincoln Center
Ruckel Middle School’s Chorus has been invited to perform as a “Featured Ensemble” at New York’s prestigious Lincoln Center on March 16th, 2024.
Man’s Best Friend, Grandparents teach Reading Skills to Plew Elementary Students.
Whether its the school’s reading dog or the opportunity to read with a grandparent – Plew Elementary School continues to innovate new ways to help students excel.
Chambers Talks Half Cent Sales Tax, New Schools For Niceville at 3rd Planet Brewing Campaign Stop
Chambers proved in the last election campaign – it’s not about how much money you raise – You have to convince people to come out and vote for you, too.
Amid Statewide Teacher Shortage, OCSD Hosts Job Fair
Want to Teach? OCSD Hosts Job Fair at Edge Elementary The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) will host a job fair at Edge Elementary on Saturday, April 1, from 9 am to 11 am. The fair is free and open to anyone interested in joining the OCSD team for the 2023-2024 school year. The school […]
INTERVIEW: Ruckel Cheer Coach Talks About Back-To-Back National Titles
Rams, Eagles Excel in Orlando The Ruckel Cheer team with their trophy after their victory at nationals Ruckel coaches pose with a trophy after their win in Orlando The team poses together Ruckel Cheer competes at Nationals in Orlando Ruckel Cheer competes at Nationals in Orlando The Ruckel Rams Cheer squad is the back-to-back […]
Niceville Area Teachers Recognized for Excellence! Is One Your Child’s?
The Okaloosa School District recently selected Royal Preston, construction teacher at Okaloosa Technical College, as its Teacher of the Year recipient.
While Preston earned the top honor, he was one of many who received recognition.
Eglin Airman Wins Award For Work With Hope Squad
The 33rd Fighter Wing honored Senior Master Sargeant Sara Weber for her efforts to reduce suicide amongst airmen at a ceremony that took place last week.
Ruckel Students Selected for All-State, All-County Bands
The Ruckel Rams Band brought home a treasure trove of state and county-level honors for the latest season!
The 10 Most Important Niceville News Stories in 2022
Well, we are almost to the end of our first year of giving y’all the news here at MBN, and quite a bit has happened!
