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.
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!
We’re excited to invite you and your families to our ELC Spirit Night and VPK Rally happening at Chick‑fil‑A in Crestview on Monday, January 12th from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.


Southside Primary November 2025 Newsletter


✨ November’s Parents’ Pages Newsletter is here, and it’s full of uplifting ideas to help families stay engaged, connected, and learning together!
This month celebrates Family Engagement, highlights VPK’s 20th birthday 🎉, honors dedicated educators, and shares fun Thanksgiving activities you can enjoy at home with your little ones. 🍁🦃
Take a moment to read, explore, and enjoy these family-focused resources that make everyday moments count.
Together, we help our children learn, grow, and shine! 💛📚
#FamilyEngagementMonth #EarlyLearning #VPK #ParentsPages #SouthsideStrong
This month celebrates Family Engagement, highlights VPK’s 20th birthday 🎉, honors dedicated educators, and shares fun Thanksgiving activities you can enjoy at home with your little ones. 🍁🦃
Take a moment to read, explore, and enjoy these family-focused resources that make everyday moments count.
Together, we help our children learn, grow, and shine! 💛📚
#FamilyEngagementMonth #EarlyLearning #VPK #ParentsPages #SouthsideStrong




🍂 November is here, and so is this month’s 5-2-1-0 Healthy Habits Newsletter! 🍎✨
This edition is packed with simple, family-friendly ideas to help our little ones stay healthy, energized, and active as the weather cools down. From warm drink swaps and fiber-filled foods to screen-free challenges and fun Thanksgiving traditions—there’s something for every family to enjoy!
Let’s keep making healthy choices together! 💪💛
#HealthyOkaloosa #5210EveryDay #SouthsideStrong
This edition is packed with simple, family-friendly ideas to help our little ones stay healthy, energized, and active as the weather cools down. From warm drink swaps and fiber-filled foods to screen-free challenges and fun Thanksgiving traditions—there’s something for every family to enjoy!
Let’s keep making healthy choices together! 💪💛
#HealthyOkaloosa #5210EveryDay #SouthsideStrong


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!

October 2025 Newsletter



Late Pickup Policy for Southside Primary School

Red Ribbon Week October 27th-31st Activities

We are getting closer and closer to our goal!
National Box Tops Week is the biggest earning opportunity of the year!
From October 13–19, you can:
• Earn double on every participating product when you scan your receipt on or before 10/19.*
• Buy 4 participating products, earn 20 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your receipt on or before 10/19.†
• Refer a friend and if your friend scans their first receipt before the end of the month, you’ll earn 50 Bonus Box Tops — and so will your friend.‡
National Box Tops Week is the biggest earning opportunity of the year!
From October 13–19, you can:
• Earn double on every participating product when you scan your receipt on or before 10/19.*
• Buy 4 participating products, earn 20 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your receipt on or before 10/19.†
• Refer a friend and if your friend scans their first receipt before the end of the month, you’ll earn 50 Bonus Box Tops — and so will your friend.‡

Mark Your Calendars! October 31st 10:00 am

📚✨ The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Southside! ✨📚
🗓 September 22–26
Kick things off with a special evening opening on September 22nd during our Elementary Information & Family Fun Literacy Night! 🌟
Come shop, explore, and celebrate the joy of reading with your Tiger Cub!
🗓 September 22–26
Kick things off with a special evening opening on September 22nd during our Elementary Information & Family Fun Literacy Night! 🌟
Come shop, explore, and celebrate the joy of reading with your Tiger Cub!

📸✨ School Picture Ordering Information ✨📸
Parents, you can now access your child’s school pictures online through the Strawbridge Ordering Gallery! 🎉
It’s quick and easy:
1️⃣ Type the school name into the search box, select the state, and click Search.
2️⃣ Choose your school from the list.
3️⃣ Select Get Code next to the picture day.
4️⃣ Enter your child’s last name + student ID, then click Search.
5️⃣ Click on the student code to view and order your child’s pictures!
👉 Scan the QR code in the flyer below or visit www.strawbridge.net
to get started.
💬 Questions? Contact Strawbridge at customerservice@strawbridge.net
or call (866) 624-6229.
Thank you for supporting our Tiger Cubs! 🐯💙
#SouthsidePrimary #TigerCubPride #SchoolPictures
Parents, you can now access your child’s school pictures online through the Strawbridge Ordering Gallery! 🎉
It’s quick and easy:
1️⃣ Type the school name into the search box, select the state, and click Search.
2️⃣ Choose your school from the list.
3️⃣ Select Get Code next to the picture day.
4️⃣ Enter your child’s last name + student ID, then click Search.
5️⃣ Click on the student code to view and order your child’s pictures!
👉 Scan the QR code in the flyer below or visit www.strawbridge.net
to get started.
💬 Questions? Contact Strawbridge at customerservice@strawbridge.net
or call (866) 624-6229.
Thank you for supporting our Tiger Cubs! 🐯💙
#SouthsidePrimary #TigerCubPride #SchoolPictures


Guidance on When is too sick for school?

❤️🤍💙 Don’t forget, Tiger Cubs! Tomorrow is Patriot’s Day—show your pride by wearing your RED, WHITE & BLUE from head to toe! Let’s honor our heroes together. 🐾✨
#SouthsideTigerCubs #PatriotsDay #StripesUpSmilesOn

📢 Southside Families, our September Newsletter is here! 🎉
We’ve had an incredible start to the school year—celebrating student spotlights, welcoming new teachers, and kicking off fun events like Family Reading Night on September 22 at 6:00 pm 📚✨.
Check out all the exciting updates, important dates, and ways to stay connected with our Tiger Cubs! 🐾💙
We’ve had an incredible start to the school year—celebrating student spotlights, welcoming new teachers, and kicking off fun events like Family Reading Night on September 22 at 6:00 pm 📚✨.
Check out all the exciting updates, important dates, and ways to stay connected with our Tiger Cubs! 🐾💙


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!
