These little-known tricks you need to make back-to-school painless
As summer fades, shifting kids to a school-year sleep schedule is essential for brain development and mood regulation. Pediatric experts recommend starting early, implementing consistent bedtime routines, limiting digital devices, and ensuring daytime physical activity to help your child head into the school year well-rested, less anxious, and ready to learn.
Here are Niceville’s goals under new Principal Amy Meyer:
“It really gave me that mindset to say: kids develop at all different rates and all learn in different ways,” Meyer said, reflecting on her early teaching days. That experience etched itself into her philosophy as an educator and now as Niceville High School’s new principal: you never give up on kids. You don’t lock them into who they are at seven, twelve, or fifteen. You keep trying different ways to reach them — and you assume they can grow.
JD Peacock Launches Powerful Bid for Okaloosa School Board
JD Peacock announces he’s 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 Children’s 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: 🎓 Fort Walton Beach High School senior William Kiker has made national history by winning the Incubate Debate National Championship for the second time — 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 President’s and Dean’s List Honorees
Northwest Florida State College has announced its Fall 2024 President’s and Dean’s 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.
