
August 11, 2025
Be sure to check out the August Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring important health and exercise tips, healthy recipes, and much more!

August 8, 2025
The application for free or reduced-price school meals is officially open! Healthy meals help students stay focused and ready to learn. Applying is quick, confidential, an...

August 7, 2025
The Okaloosa County School District Transportation Department has released this year's bus routes. We are excited to introduce Infofinder i, a new online tool that makes it easier...

August 7, 2025
Welcome Back, Thunderbirds! Welcome to the start of a brand-new school year! We are so excited to have our halls buzzing with energy, laughter, and the joy of learning once again....

August 5, 2025
Join us on Friday, August 8th for Orientation/Meet the Teacher at the following times: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: PreKD, VPK, K and 1 Grade 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM: Grades 2 and 3 10...

August 5, 2025
Kindergarten Parents....please join us from 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM for a Boo Hoo Breakfast after you drop off your little Thunderbird on Monday, August 11th for a light breakfast! C...

July 2, 2025
With the first day of school quickly approaching on Monday, August 11, the Okaloosa County School District is excited to welcome new students and families to our schools! If your ...

July 1, 2025
The meal service prices for the upcoming school year are now available below. Applications for Free and Reduced-Price Meals will open on July 9, 2025 . We encourage all families...

May 5, 2025
Ready, Set, Learn! Mary Esther Kindergarten Kickstart July 21 - July 24 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be provided. Must be registered for Kindergart...

May 4, 2025
Updated Wednesday, May 7 | 3:40pm The Okaloosa County School District is implementing new software for school bus route coordination in the 2025-26 School Year. We are asking pa...

May 1, 2025
Mary Esther Elementary will develop and prepare ALL students to become successful, independent learners, and achieve their full potential. Our learning environment is safe, positi...

April 1, 2025
Are you struggling to handle your child’s emotions? Do you feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or unsure how to respond? You’re not alone, and there’s a better way. Join us for a live e...

March 10, 2025
Our Thunderbird Fun Run fundraiser kicks off soon! We’re raising $7,000 for student incentives and awards and we need your help. Save the date and stay tuned for more details o...

February 11, 2025
Okaloosa County Schools and District Offices will be closed Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day.

February 3, 2025
Learn how you can put 5-2-1-0 in action this month by checking out the January Health Okaloosa Newsletter featuring articles about Healthy Hearts Start with Healthy Habits, Valen...

January 27, 2025
Literacy Week is Monday, January 27th through Friday, January 31st! Join us with the activities for this week: Monday, January 27 - Shine Bright! Wear your favorite sunglasses ...

January 16, 2025
Incoming kindergarteners and students who will be new to the Okaloosa County School District for the 2025-2026 School Year can begin to register for school! Parents will need to c...

January 8, 2025
VPK Registration opened January 1st! Okaloosa County VPK schools include: Bob Sikes Elementary School 425 Adams Drive Crestview, FL 32536 850-689-7268 Northwood Elementary Sc...

November 20, 2024
Okaloosa County Schools will be closed for the Thanksgiving holidays November 25th - 29th. Have a safe and happy holiday!

November 18, 2024
Monday, November 18, 5:00pm 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 ...