JD Peacock Launches Powerful Bid for Okaloosa School Board

JD Peacock announces heβs running for Okaloosa School Board, District 1, prioritizing students, teachers, and community values.
Okaloosa Graduation Surge: District Celebrates Powerful 91% Milestone

The Okaloosa County School District announced that its graduation rate has risen to 91 percent, marking a significant academic milestone for local schools.
Packed with Love, Ready to Learn

Packed with Love, Ready to Learn Staff Reports June 30, 2025 2:50 pm Okaloosa County, Schools and Education, Walton County The Emerald Coast Childrenβs Advocacy Centers (ECCAC) have launched their annual Back-to-School Supplies Drive, aiming to give students in Okaloosa and Walton Counties the tools they need to start the school year strong. From July […]
William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title

William Kiker Wins Second National Debate Title Staff Reports June 4, 2025 10:35 am Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: π Fort Walton Beach High School senior William Kiker has made national history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship for the second time β the first student to ever do […]
NWFSC Forensics Speech and Debate Team Earns Top Honors at State Competitions

The Northwest Florida State College Forensics Speech and Debate Team earned multiple awards at state competitions, securing top placements in speech and debate events.
NWFSC Recognizes Fall 2024 Presidentβs and Deanβs List Honorees

Northwest Florida State College has announced its Fall 2024 Presidentβs and Deanβs List honorees, recognizing students for their academic excellence.
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.
Northwest Florida State College Partners With Territorium

Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Territorium to advance skills-based education and hiring practices in the region. The collaboration will leverage Territorium’s LifeJourney solution, featuring a Learning and Employment Record (LER), a skills-first digital wallet, AI-powered career pathways, and a Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR) of achievements. This initiative aims to empower students with comprehensive ownership of their educational progress and skills, aligning with modern workforce demands.
Northwest Florida State, Tech Startup Announce Tutoring Partnership

Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC) has partnered with Florida-based peer tutoring platform Knack to offer free, on-demand tutoring to all students starting Fall 2024. This initiative aims to enhance student retention and success through high-quality tutoring and professional growth opportunities. βOur commitment to student success is unwavering; this additional resource demonstrates our support for all students who attend NWFSC,β said Dr. Devin Stephenson, President of NWFSC.
π₯π± Niceville High School Student Wins Congressional App Challenge

Junior from Niceville High School Wins Congressional App Challenge, Aims to Tackle Child Poverty