Okaloosa County School District

We are incredibly proud of all the students who participated in the recent East Panhandle Science and Engineering Fair! Their hard work, creativity, and dedication to scientific e...

Congratulations to Julie Ward and Jackie Windham on being named the Assistant Principals of Walker Elementary School and Richbourg School, respectively, at the February 23, 2026, ...

Superintendent Marcus Chambers is very excited to have the opportunity to offer THREE 2-Year Florida College Plan Scholarships to current Okaloosa County School District Stu...

The OCSD Employee Health Clinic, operated by Marathon Health, is officially open and ready to serve YOU! Employees and covered family members on the district insurance plan can...

Military families face unique opportunities, and challenges, when planning and paying for college. Join us for an informative and practical session designed to help you navigate s...

Jackson Shirey, a graduate of Niceville High School and the Automotive Technology program at Okaloosa Technical College, is proving that dedication, hard work, and a clear vision ...

Get ready for the 6th Annual College and Career Fair hosted by the Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation! This year's Fair will take place Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Beachside Churc...

Shalimar Elementary School received a generous $3,000 donation from the Shalimar Library & Thrift Shop during a check presentation held on Thursday, February 12, on the school’s c...

Be sure to check out the February Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring information about the Dental Clinic for Children with Medicaid, National Children's Dental Health Month, A...

The Okaloosa County School District is grateful for the continued generosity of the Fort Walton Beach Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 2193, which has been supporting efforts to help st...

Crestview High School student Donovan Morales was recognized at the February 9th, 2026, School Board meeting for winning the 2025 Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) ...

Congratulations to Brittany Young on being named the Principal of Walker Elementary School at the February 9th, 2026, School Board Meeting. Young is a proud product of the Okaloos...

Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, and Superintendent Marcus Chambers have issued guidance this week regarding potential protest activity connected to ongoing polit...

The Okaloosa County School District is pleased to invite community partners and members of the media to a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Baker School to celebrate recent, impactful im...

The Okaloosa County School District proudly recognized student winners of the Pedestrian Safety Poster Contest on January 26, 2026, celebrating creativity, collaboration, and a sha...

As we reflect on the first semester of the 2025 school year, I am incredibly proud of the progress taking place across the Okaloosa County School District. Guided by our district ...

The Okaloosa County School District proudly celebrated Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida, January 26–30, 2026, engaging students across the district in meaningful literacy experien...

The Florida Department of Education's annual ESE Parent Survey is open to all parents of children with an individual educational plan (IEP) receiving ESE services from preschool t...

Congratulations to Mrs. Mandy Lopez on being named the Principal of Destin Middle School at the January 26, 2026, School Board meeting. Mrs. Lopez is an experienced educator who b...

Okaloosa County School Board Member Tim Bryant has earned recognition from the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA) for his steadfast commitment to effective governance and p...