Okaloosa County School District First Semester Highlights 2024-2025
As we enter a new semester, it is my pleasure to share the incredible achievements and milestones of the first half of the school year with our families and community members. It is truly inspiring to witness our students excel in academics, the arts, and athletics while our teachers and staff dedicate themselves to fostering a positive and dynamic learning environment. These highlights are a testament to everyone's collective hard work and commitment to the Okaloosa County School District. Let's take a
Community Comes Together for Students: Nine Schools, 90 Volunteers, and 540 Volunteer Hours
In a display of community spirit, 90 dedicated volunteers successfully prepared nine schools in the Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) for the 2024-2025 academic year. The collective effort, totaling 540 volunteer hours, underscores a strong partnership between the district and local organizations, ensuring an enriched educational environment for students. Volunteers from HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, Eglin Federal Credit Union, Florida Power and Light, and Hurlburt Field Air Force Base were
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida Welcomes New Governing Board of Directors Leadership
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is thrilled to announce our new Governing Board of Directors leadership. We are proud to have a compassionate and dedicated group of individuals who are committed to doing whatever it takes to help change children's lives for the better and with their guidance, we are confident we will continue to thrive and reach new heights. Our staff is eager to work alongside this exceptional team to set and achieve our goals for the coming fiscal year and beyond. Please
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida Announces the 2024 Escambia County Big of the Year
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida proudly announces Shawn Hall as the recipient of the 2024 Escambia County Big of the Year Award. Shawn's unwavering dedication to mentorship and exceptional commitment have profoundly impacted his Little Brother, culminating in this distinguished honor. With a remarkable 30-year career in the United States Marine Corps, Shawn seamlessly transitioned from military service to mentorship, continuing to make a significant difference in the lives of others. When
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida Celebrates Scholarship Awards for Eight Local Students
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is proud to announce eight local students in our mentoring programs will receive scholarships through a generous award program, paving the way for their higher education journey. This incredible opportunity comes through a collaboration between Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation. Last year, FPL joined forces with the Foundation to award $4.2 million in college scholarships to students from the state's most
Okaloosa County School District First Semester Highlights
As we embark on the start of a new semester, I would like to share with our families and community members our highlights on District projects, programs, and successes during the first semester of the school year. As Superintendent, it fills my heart to see the successes of our students excelling in academics, the arts, and athletics. I also see our teachers and administrative staff giving their all to build a positive school culture and prepare our students for college, the military, and the workforce. So
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Okaloosa County Public Schools Foundation Inaugural Pickleball Smash a Success
The Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation (OPSF) held its inaugural Spring Pickleball Smash April 28 thru 30 at Mooney Tennis & Pickleball Courts in Fort Walton Beach. The three-day tournament raised over $15,000, which will support and extend educational opportunities for the Take Stock in Children (TSIC) scholarship program, which currently provides two-year college scholarships and one-on-one mentoring for academically deserving high school students from low-income families. In addition, the money will also
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is the proud recipient of a scholarship award program
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is excited to announce we have been selected to benefit from a scholarship award program that will provide a pathway to college for ten local high school students and graduates, who are involved in our mentoring programs. Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is partnering with the Florida Prepaid College Foundation to award $4.2 million in college scholarships to students living in the most poverty-stricken zip codes in the state, providing 2-year scholarships
