Controlled Open Enrollment, also known as COE, is for families who would like their student to attend a school they are not zoned to attend. For more information, please visit our Controlled Open Enrollment webpage by clicking the button below!
All Secondary Schools, North & Central Elementary Schools
Open January 27- February 24
South Elementary Schools
Open March 2-March 30
Visit: https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/controlled-open-enrollment
All Secondary Schools, North & Central Elementary Schools
Open January 27- February 24
South Elementary Schools
Open March 2-March 30
Visit: https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/controlled-open-enrollment
Kindergarten & New Student Registration
All Secondary Schools, North & Central Elementary Schools - OPEN NOW!
South Elementary Schools - Opens March 2nd!
Visit https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/registration for more information!
Okaloosa County School District schools and district offices will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents' Day.
𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆!
Today we celebrate the incredible men and women who keep our students safe every single day. Whether rain or shine, hot or cold, our crossing guards greet families with a smile, guide children safely across busy streets, and help ensure a smooth start and end to every school day.
To all of our dedicated crossing guards: THANK YOU for your commitment, your kindness, and your unwavering focus on student safety. Our schools and communities are better because of you!
Today we celebrate the incredible men and women who keep our students safe every single day. Whether rain or shine, hot or cold, our crossing guards greet families with a smile, guide children safely across busy streets, and help ensure a smooth start and end to every school day.
To all of our dedicated crossing guards: THANK YOU for your commitment, your kindness, and your unwavering focus on student safety. Our schools and communities are better because of you!
Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today and every day. His reminder that “Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education” continues to inspire our work with students across the district.
The Okaloosa County School District will be closed Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Welcome back, teachers!
Just a reminder that today (Monday) is a Teacher Workday/ Student Holiday and tomorrow (Tuesday) is a District-wide Professional Learning Day/ Student Holiday. We look forward to seeing the rest of our OCSD Family on Wednesday, rested, recharged, and ready to finish the year strong!
Just a reminder that today (Monday) is a Teacher Workday/ Student Holiday and tomorrow (Tuesday) is a District-wide Professional Learning Day/ Student Holiday. We look forward to seeing the rest of our OCSD Family on Wednesday, rested, recharged, and ready to finish the year strong!
𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗢𝗸𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁!
It’s almost time to celebrate the season! The Okaloosa County School District will be closed for Winter Break from December 22 – January 2.
➮ Schools & District Offices reopen: Monday, January 5
➮ Students return: Wednesday, January 7
Wishing you joy, peace, and a wonderful holiday season!
It’s almost time to celebrate the season! The Okaloosa County School District will be closed for Winter Break from December 22 – January 2.
➮ Schools & District Offices reopen: Monday, January 5
➮ Students return: Wednesday, January 7
Wishing you joy, peace, and a wonderful holiday season!
Early Dismissal on Friday, December 19th for Winter Break.
VPK will dismiss at 12:30
Car Riders will begin at 1:55
Buses will dismiss at 2:00
VPK will dismiss at 12:30
Car Riders will begin at 1:55
Buses will dismiss at 2:00
Okaloosa County Schools will be closed November 24th - 28th for the Thanksgiving Holidays.
All Okaloosa County School District Schools and Offices will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Save the Date for STEM Night - December 4, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM!
𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁! 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱.
OCSD Family—be sure to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night, November 2. We “fall back” at 2:00 AM on Sunday, November 3. Enjoy the extra hour of rest, and we’ll see everyone bright and early on Monday!
OCSD Family—be sure to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night, November 2. We “fall back” at 2:00 AM on Sunday, November 3. Enjoy the extra hour of rest, and we’ll see everyone bright and early on Monday!
Join us for Donuts with Grown Ups
October 16 for last names that begin with A-L
October 17 for last names that begin with M-Z
Donuts will be served from 8:00 - 8:30 AM. Students will go to class at 8:30 AM, the tardy bell.
You will need to sign in at the front gate. Please leave bags and purses in the car.
October 16 for last names that begin with A-L
October 17 for last names that begin with M-Z
Donuts will be served from 8:00 - 8:30 AM. Students will go to class at 8:30 AM, the tardy bell.
You will need to sign in at the front gate. Please leave bags and purses in the car.
Attention ALL Thunderbirds …
Save the date and pick your favorite 50’s outfit! Wear your favorite 50's outfit to help us celebrate tje 50th Day of School on Tuesday, October 21st.
Save the date and pick your favorite 50’s outfit! Wear your favorite 50's outfit to help us celebrate tje 50th Day of School on Tuesday, October 21st.
Just a reminder that today is the last day of the first 9 week grading period. Monday is a Teacher Workday/ Student Holiday. We look forward to seeing our students back on campus Tuesday, October 14 to start the second half of the first semester!
Recently the 1st Special Ops Civil Engineer Squadron Emergency Management team from Hurlburt Field visited our school. Our students were taught about different natural disasters and how to prepare for them. At the end of the presentation, all students were sworn in to become Jr. Emergency Managers. A special thank you to our School Board member, Parker Destin, for joining us.
September is National Attendance
Awareness Month!
The month emphasizes building good attendance habits early which promotes learning, strong social connections, and a sense
of responsibility in students.
2023-2024 School Year: 67 of our students missed 10% or more days
2024-2025 School Year: 35 of our students missed 10% or more days
Kudos to our students and parents on this huge improvement. Now let’s see what we can do this year---
September Challenge:
Each day a class has 100% attendance, the teacher will add one letter to the board. If they spell out ATTENDANCE before September ends, the class will earn a popsicle party.
Awareness Month!
The month emphasizes building good attendance habits early which promotes learning, strong social connections, and a sense
of responsibility in students.
2023-2024 School Year: 67 of our students missed 10% or more days
2024-2025 School Year: 35 of our students missed 10% or more days
Kudos to our students and parents on this huge improvement. Now let’s see what we can do this year---
September Challenge:
Each day a class has 100% attendance, the teacher will add one letter to the board. If they spell out ATTENDANCE before September ends, the class will earn a popsicle party.
OCSD Schools and offices will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. Classes and regular office hours will resume Tuesday, September 2nd 2025.
FOCUS Student Information System provides students and parents access to grades, attendance, discipline, teacher/school communication, and more in real-time.
https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/focus
https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/focus
