Internet speeds have been restored. Thank you, Cox, for your quick response! Have a great day, OCSD Family!
We are currently experiencing slow internet speeds district-wide. This may affect phones. We are working with our service provider to get the problem fixed as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Have a voice at Pryor! If you’re interested in joining Pryor’s SAC, please contact Brittany.Tate@okaloosaschools.com.
New legislation in Florida restricts student use of cellular phones during the school day, aiming to minimize distractions and to support a focused learning environment.
Educational Benefits
Research shows that limiting cell phone use in schools can:
- Improve student focus and attention during instruction
- Boost academic performance and engagement
- Reduce cyberbullying incidents during school hours
- Enhance face-to-face social interactions
Per Florida House Bill 1105 (2025)
Elementary and Middle School Students - the use of a cellular phone is prohibited in elementary and middle school during the school day.
Daily Expectations
- Before/After School: Students will only be able to use their cell phone before the first bell or after the last bell of the day
- During School: Phones must remain put away and out of sight.
- Phone Confiscation: Students in violation of the policy may have their phone temporarily confiscated and disciplinary action may be taken for repeat offenders.
Student or Family Emergencies
- Student Needs to Contact Family: must go to main office
- Family Needs to Contact Student: Call the student's main office
Medical Condition: Students with medical conditions may have phone access with proper documentation
School Emergencies: The school will communicate directly with families
Educational Benefits
Research shows that limiting cell phone use in schools can:
- Improve student focus and attention during instruction
- Boost academic performance and engagement
- Reduce cyberbullying incidents during school hours
- Enhance face-to-face social interactions
Per Florida House Bill 1105 (2025)
Elementary and Middle School Students - the use of a cellular phone is prohibited in elementary and middle school during the school day.
Daily Expectations
- Before/After School: Students will only be able to use their cell phone before the first bell or after the last bell of the day
- During School: Phones must remain put away and out of sight.
- Phone Confiscation: Students in violation of the policy may have their phone temporarily confiscated and disciplinary action may be taken for repeat offenders.
Student or Family Emergencies
- Student Needs to Contact Family: must go to main office
- Family Needs to Contact Student: Call the student's main office
Medical Condition: Students with medical conditions may have phone access with proper documentation
School Emergencies: The school will communicate directly with families
OCSD has partnered with the Florida Department of Health to provide free immunizations to students on the following dates, times, and locations. If you have any questions, please contact your school or local health department for details.
Clinic Dates and Locations:
- August 6 - 9:00AM - 11:00AM - OCSD Central Office, Niceville
- August 8 - 9:00AM - 11:30AM - Shoal River Middle School
- August 8 - 1:00PM - 2:30PM - Bruner Middle School
Vaccines Offered
- Tdap (Required for entry into 7th grade)
- HPV (Human Pappillomavirus)
- Meningitis
Important Information
- Parent/Guardian must be onsite with insurance card (if applicable)
- No record transcription or religious exemptions will be available at the clinic
- After vaccination, students will receive a form with the vaccination date to give to school administration
- School staff will retrieve the official 680 form once it's received - no printing will be done onsite.
Clinic Dates and Locations:
- August 6 - 9:00AM - 11:00AM - OCSD Central Office, Niceville
- August 8 - 9:00AM - 11:30AM - Shoal River Middle School
- August 8 - 1:00PM - 2:30PM - Bruner Middle School
Vaccines Offered
- Tdap (Required for entry into 7th grade)
- HPV (Human Pappillomavirus)
- Meningitis
Important Information
- Parent/Guardian must be onsite with insurance card (if applicable)
- No record transcription or religious exemptions will be available at the clinic
- After vaccination, students will receive a form with the vaccination date to give to school administration
- School staff will retrieve the official 680 form once it's received - no printing will be done onsite.
🌟 Join the Pirate Crew! 🏴☠️
Pryor Middle School is hiring!
We’re on the lookout for passionate professionals to join our team:
👩🏫 ESE Resource Teacher
🗣️ ELL Interpreter (English Language Learners)
Make a difference in students’ lives and be part of a supportive, energetic team. Apply today and help us chart a course for student success!
Send resumes to: McClellandJ@Okaloosaschools.com
Pryor Middle School is hiring!
We’re on the lookout for passionate professionals to join our team:
👩🏫 ESE Resource Teacher
🗣️ ELL Interpreter (English Language Learners)
Make a difference in students’ lives and be part of a supportive, energetic team. Apply today and help us chart a course for student success!
Send resumes to: McClellandJ@Okaloosaschools.com
Back to School Savings Alert!
Did you know Florida’s Back to School Sales Tax Holiday is now permanent and runs the entire month of August? From August 1–31, families can save on essential school items tax-free — including clothing, school supplies, learning aids, and even personal computers!
Plan your shopping and check out the official list of tax-free items here: https://floridarevenue.com/.../Documents/TIP_25A01-08.pdf
Please note: School supply lists are provided individually by each school. Many of our secondary teachers will share their specific supply requests during orientation or on the first day of school. Reach out to your school if you have any questions!
We can't wait to see everyone back in our buildings on August 11th!
Did you know Florida’s Back to School Sales Tax Holiday is now permanent and runs the entire month of August? From August 1–31, families can save on essential school items tax-free — including clothing, school supplies, learning aids, and even personal computers!
Plan your shopping and check out the official list of tax-free items here: https://floridarevenue.com/.../Documents/TIP_25A01-08.pdf
Please note: School supply lists are provided individually by each school. Many of our secondary teachers will share their specific supply requests during orientation or on the first day of school. Reach out to your school if you have any questions!
We can't wait to see everyone back in our buildings on August 11th!
Back to School Checklist:
* Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PryorMS
* Sign up for Free/Reduced Lunch: www.myschoolapps.com
*Purchase School Uniform Shirts: www.pryorstudentservices.com/shop
* Complete your Volunteer Application: www.okaloosaschools.com/page/volunteer
* Complete your Athletic Packet: Pick up in Front Office
* Mark your calendar: Set Sail Day - August 1, 2025 from 8AM - 1PM
🎶 Pryor Middle School Band Camp Info – Summer 2025 🎶
📅 Advanced Band Camp
Dates: July 29–30
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Who: Advanced Band students only
What to Bring:
Your instrument
Tradition of Excellence, Book 2
Pencil
Yourself!
Closed-toe shoes
🍕 Lunch: Pizza provided both days. If your child has dietary restrictions (e.g., can't eat pepperoni or cheese), please plan accordingly.
🎺 Instrument Info for All Band Students
Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone: Must rent or own an instrument.
French Horn, Euphonium/Baritone, Tuba, Percussion: School instruments will be provided.
🎵 Need to rent? Playground Music Center offers excellent rental plans.
🎶 Beginning Band Students
Instrument Fitting: If you haven’t been fitted yet, visit Playground Music Center in the afternoon (around 3 PM is ideal). Let them know you're a Pryor Middle School beginning band student, and they’ll assist you.
Important: Be sure to have your instrument and materials ready for the first day of school!
📧 Questions?
Contact Mr. Huston via email (Benjamin.Huston@okaloosaschools.com).
Let’s get ready for a great year of music! 🎼 #WeArePryor #PryorBand2025
📅 Advanced Band Camp
Dates: July 29–30
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Who: Advanced Band students only
What to Bring:
Your instrument
Tradition of Excellence, Book 2
Pencil
Yourself!
Closed-toe shoes
🍕 Lunch: Pizza provided both days. If your child has dietary restrictions (e.g., can't eat pepperoni or cheese), please plan accordingly.
🎺 Instrument Info for All Band Students
Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone: Must rent or own an instrument.
French Horn, Euphonium/Baritone, Tuba, Percussion: School instruments will be provided.
🎵 Need to rent? Playground Music Center offers excellent rental plans.
🎶 Beginning Band Students
Instrument Fitting: If you haven’t been fitted yet, visit Playground Music Center in the afternoon (around 3 PM is ideal). Let them know you're a Pryor Middle School beginning band student, and they’ll assist you.
Important: Be sure to have your instrument and materials ready for the first day of school!
📧 Questions?
Contact Mr. Huston via email (Benjamin.Huston@okaloosaschools.com).
Let’s get ready for a great year of music! 🎼 #WeArePryor #PryorBand2025
☀️📚 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝗡! 📚☀️
Looking to make your child’s summer reading more exciting? Help them grab a book and check off these sunny spots—because every page is better under the sun! Don't forget the sunscreen!
✅ In the sun
✅ While eating ice cream
✅ At the beach
✅ In a car
✅ By a pool
✅ With a friend
✅ In a park
Whether you're lounging poolside or chilling under a tree, every page counts!
Share your kids' summer reading adventures by tagging us—let's turn this season into a story worth telling!
Looking to make your child’s summer reading more exciting? Help them grab a book and check off these sunny spots—because every page is better under the sun! Don't forget the sunscreen!
✅ In the sun
✅ While eating ice cream
✅ At the beach
✅ In a car
✅ By a pool
✅ With a friend
✅ In a park
Whether you're lounging poolside or chilling under a tree, every page counts!
Share your kids' summer reading adventures by tagging us—let's turn this season into a story worth telling!
🌟 Attention Pryor Families! 🌟
Our front office will be closed from July 2nd through July 4th. We hope everyone has a happy and safe 4th of July! 🎆🇺🇸
A big thank you to these four Pirates who gave up part of their summer to come touch up paint in our gym, hallways and the weight room. Thanks for being tremendous representatives of Pryor!
Full circle moment 💙🏴☠️ Our Pryor cheerleaders got to learn from one of the best—who just so happens to be a former Pryor Pirate herself! So proud to see one of our own leading the way at cheer camp!
The final bell of the school year is almost here! Tomorrow, Thursday, May 29, marks the last day of school for students in the Okaloosa County School District. All OCSD schools will follow an early dismissal schedule, and lunch will still be served before students head off to start their summer break! Let’s finish strong and celebrate a year of hard work, growth, and achievement. We’re proud of each and every student, and we wish you a safe, fun, and restful summer!
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.
Pryor is looking for a Dance Team Coach. If you are interested, please email our Principal, Mr. McClelland at mcclellandj@okaloosaschools.com.
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!
Stay up to date with March events here!
Be sure to check out the February 2025 school calendar for the latest upcoming events!
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.
