On May 15, Richbourg School proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 during our graduation ceremony honoring our graduating seniors. Family members, staff, district leaders, and community guests joined together to recognize the accomplishments, growth, and perseverance of our students. The ceremony was filled with pride, joy, and special memories as we celebrated this important milestone in the lives of our graduates. Congratulations to the Richbourg Class of 2026! 💙💛
We would also like to extend a special thank you to The Pedal Barne for the beautiful floral arrangements and to Joey the Jeweler for the meaningful keepsake charm necklaces presented to each graduate. Your kindness and support helped make this celebration even more memorable for our students and families.
We would also like to extend a special thank you to The Pedal Barne for the beautiful floral arrangements and to Joey the Jeweler for the meaningful keepsake charm necklaces presented to each graduate. Your kindness and support helped make this celebration even more memorable for our students and families.
Many of our schools as well as the District Office are experiencing a phone and internet outage. We appreciate your patience as we work with our provider to remedy the issue.
Richbourg School recently held our annual Staff vs. Student Basketball Game organized by Coach Ashley. Students and staff members came together for a fun and engaging event that promoted teamwork, sportsmanship, communication, and positive relationships.
Activities like this help our students build social skills, confidence, cooperation, and school connectedness while encouraging physical activity and peer interaction in a supportive environment. We appreciate Coach Ashley and everyone who helped make this special event a success for our students and staff.
Activities like this help our students build social skills, confidence, cooperation, and school connectedness while encouraging physical activity and peer interaction in a supportive environment. We appreciate Coach Ashley and everyone who helped make this special event a success for our students and staff.
Richbourg School proudly celebrated America250 on May 12 with a schoolwide patriotic celebration. Students and staff dressed in red, white, and blue as classes honored important moments in American history through skits, songs, posters, and presentations. The event provided students with an opportunity to learn about our nation’s history while showcasing creativity, teamwork, and school spirit. We are proud of all of our students and staff for making this celebration such a meaningful and memorable event.
On May 13, Richbourg/Best Chance School wore green in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Staff and students joined together to promote kindness, support, understanding, and the importance of mental wellness. At Richbourg, we believe that every person matters and that supporting one another helps create a stronger and more caring school community. 💚
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In celebration of Principal Day, we proudly recognized Mr. Harvell for his leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students and staff. Thank you, Mr. Harvell, for all that you do to support and inspire our school every day.
Help us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff!
Parents and families are invited to share positive feedback about any staff member who has made a difference.
Email your message to jacqueline.windham@okaloosaschools.com
Parents and families are invited to share positive feedback about any staff member who has made a difference.
Email your message to jacqueline.windham@okaloosaschools.com
Mainstreet Family Fest
When: Friday May 1, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
For Engagement and Fun
When: Friday May 1, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
For Engagement and Fun
Richbourg students had a wonderful time participating in our schoolwide egg hunt! This engaging activity provided more than just fun. It supported important learning experiences for all students. During the egg hunt, students practiced following multi-step directions, problem-solving, and critical thinking as they searched for hidden eggs. The activity also encouraged social interaction, cooperation, and turn-taking, helping to build communication and teamwork skills. For many students, especially those in exceptional education programs, hands-on activities like this support sensory exploration, attention to task, and goal-directed behavior in a meaningful and motivating way. We are proud to provide opportunities that combine joy with purposeful learning while creating lasting memories for our students.
Richbourg Prom 2026 – Hawaiian “Lilo and Stitch” Theme
Our students had an amazing time at prom celebrating friendship, music, and unforgettable memories. This year’s Hawaiian “Lilo and Stitch” theme brought bright colors, tropical décor, and a fun island atmosphere to the event.
Students enjoyed dancing, taking photos, and spending time together in a joyful and welcoming environment. We are so proud of our students and thankful to everyone who helped make this special event possible.
School Board Member Mr. Tim Bryant spent time connecting with students and celebrating during prom. Moments like these highlight the joy, support, and sense of community that make our events so meaningful for everyone involved.
Our students had an amazing time at prom celebrating friendship, music, and unforgettable memories. This year’s Hawaiian “Lilo and Stitch” theme brought bright colors, tropical décor, and a fun island atmosphere to the event.
Students enjoyed dancing, taking photos, and spending time together in a joyful and welcoming environment. We are so proud of our students and thankful to everyone who helped make this special event possible.
School Board Member Mr. Tim Bryant spent time connecting with students and celebrating during prom. Moments like these highlight the joy, support, and sense of community that make our events so meaningful for everyone involved.
Our phone service has been restored. Thank you for your patience, and have a wonderful day!
Good morning! Phones are currently down district-wide. Our provider is working to resolve the issue. We appreciate your patience and will update you when they are back up! Have a great day!
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!
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!
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!
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!
Richbourg School Stakeholders, Due to accommodations that must be made for our graduating senior this year. The 2025 Richbourg School graduation ceremony will be limited to 50 guests and held in the multipurpose room on campus. Required school staff, district staff as well as immediate family and school sponsors will be much of the guests in attendance. We will allow limited seating to guests outside those mentioned that must RSVP through Ms. Vaneesa Harrington in advance. Please contact her at 850-299-1143 or email Vaneesa.Harrington@okaloosaschools.com. There will be a link posted for Facebook Live to view for those who cannot join in person. Apologies, Tommy Harvell, Principal, Richbourg School
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.
