The Okaloosa County School District has been made aware of scam phone calls targeting parents. In these calls, individuals falsely claim that a student has an outstanding lunch balance and instructs the parent to "press 1" to make a payment immediately.
Please be advised:
• The Okaloosa County School District does not contact families by phone to request payment in this manner.
• Any legitimate communication regarding student meal accounts would come through official district channels.
• In the recently reported case, the scammer provided incorrect student information and used what appeared to be a local phone number, which may have been spoofed.
If you receive a suspicious call, do not provide personal or payment information. Instead, hang up and contact your child's school or the district's Food Services Department directly for verification. Thank you for helping us keep our families informed and protected.
𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
Next Thursday, March 13, is the last day of the 3rd 9-week grading period. Spring Break begins on Friday, March 14, and continues through Friday, March 21. Monday, March 24, is a Teacher Workday. Students return for the 4th and final 9-week grading period of the 2024-2025 school year on Tuesday, March 25. We hope everyone has a safe and restful week off!
𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸!
This week, we celebrate and honor our incredible school counselors who play a vital role in supporting our students' academic, social, and emotional well-being. From guiding students through their educational journeys to providing a listening ear and valuable advice, our counselors are always there to help. Thank you to all our dedicated school counselors for your unwavering commitment and the positive impact you make every day. Your hard work and compassion truly make a difference in the lives of our students.
This week, the Okaloosa County School District and the State of Florida are celebrating the joy of reading and the power of literacy! We are highlighting the importance of literacy in our schools and communities. From engaging classroom activities to exciting reading challenges, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Thank you to all our dedicated teachers, librarians, and staff for fostering a love of reading in our students!
VPK Registration opened January 1st! Okaloosa County VPK schools include: Southside Primary School, Mary Esther Elementary School, Walker Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Edwins Elementary School, Bob Sikes Elementary School, Okaloosa STEMM Academy, and Longwood Elementary School. Before registering at one of the school sites listed above, you must obtain your child's VPK Certificate of Eligibility. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis, and spots at each site are limited.
Registration information can be found at: https://familyservices.floridaearlylearning.com/
We hope you all enjoyed a relaxing Winter Break! We can't wait to welcome our students back to campus on Wednesday, January 8th to start the second semester strong! Please be alert as School Zones will be active!
A line of storms is expected to move into our area overnight and continue through tomorrow evening. We anticipate heavy rainfall, which may lead to brief flash flood conditions and pooling on roadways.
At this time, we do not expect any changes to school start times or dismissal. However, we encourage everyone to exercise caution during your commute. If your child is late or misses school due to weather in your area, please provide a note when they return.
We will keep you updated if any changes arise. Thank you, and have a great evening!
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts!!!! That sounds yummy! We are having a doughnut sale to benefit our Kenny Dollar Prize Bins. Look for this envelope coming home today. The pre-order window runs Nov. 18-Dec. 6. You must reserve your box during this pre-order time. Doughnuts will arrive at Kenwood on Dec. 12. Please consider buying some sweet treats to help a great cause. Maybe grab a dozen for the family, the office team, the kids' sports team. Who doesn't love fresh glazed Krispy Kreme???? Share some love and support our Kenwood Bulldog behavior program at the same time. Questions? Contact alecia.esarey@okaloosaschools.com
Tuesday, October 15 is Kenwood night at Fort SK8. Join us anytime from 4:00-8:00. Check in with Ms. Esarey because the homeroom class with the most students attending in each grade level will get to skip laps at PE. Parents, please review all the rules/waiver of Fort SK8 and keep in mind that you must remain at the venue with your student. Students must be accompanied the entire time. No drop offs permitted. Bring the whole family for food and fun. See you there!!!
Phones at all schools have been restored!
Good morning! Phones are down at some of our schools. We appreciate your patience as we work to fix the issue.
Parent Activities and Committees at Kenwood (PACK) - We love seeing you on campus. We also need your help. Please reach out to Adam Triplett, Melanie Sprinkle, or Lauren Dwyre to see how you can get involved and help Kenwood. Do you have a knack for copying or creating bulletin boards? Would you like to get involved in Candy Cane Lane or help with Cookie Dough sales and delivery? Come on down! How about helping us prep for the annual Spring Carnival? We've got you covered. Join us for the next PACK meeting on October 1st in the Kenwood Media Center. We host two meetings, one at 3:30 PM and again at 6:00 PM for your convenience. We'll see you there!
Cookie Dough sales run from September 16 through September 30. Students will be coming home with information on September 16. Time to let that inner Cookie Monster out. Eat cookies for a good cause!
Save the date, Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 3:00-10:00pm PANDA EXPRESS SPIRIT DAY for Kenwood. Help us raise money to stock the Kenny Dollar Bins. Show this flyer or use the code when ordering via app.
We hope our students and staff have a restful summer break! We look forward to seeing our OCSD Family again on the first day of school, August 12, 2024. The 2024-2025 School Calendar can be found on our website: https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/calendars
OCSD is working with County Emergency Management Officials who are monitoring a storm system moving into our area Wednesday afternoon.
Following weather updates from County Emergency Management Officials, the District will communicate any potential adjustments to Wednesday's school day or after school activities.
No adjustments to Wednesday's schedule have been made at this time. Thank you.
Okaloosa County Schools will be closed for the Spring Break Holidays March 15 - 22, 2024. March 25 is a Teacher Workday / Student Holiday. Enjoy your break!
Celebrate Literacy Week with Kenwood!
Kenwood is so proud of our students who participated in the District Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical and Poster Contest today at Niceville High School! The competition is sponsored by the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Sigma Omicron Omega Chapter. Our students demonstrated respect for Martin Luther King, Jr., and his legacy, responsibility for learning about his impact on our society, and leadership through well-composed and beautifully presented speeches and posters! Way to go, Bulldogs!
OCSD is working with County Emergency Management Officials who are monitoring a storm moving into our area tomorrow afternoon.
Following this morning's weather updates from County Emergency Management Officials, the District will communicate any potential adjustments to Friday's schedule to parents and the community.
No adjustments to Friday's schedule have been made at this time. Thank you.
OCSD is working with County Emergency Management Officials who are monitoring a storm moving into our area tomorrow afternoon.
Following this morning's weather updates from County Emergency Management Officials, the District will communicate any potential adjustments to Friday's schedule to parents and the community.
No adjustments to Friday's schedule have been made at this time. Thank you.
