School District names new HR director
Okaloosa County School District officials today announced that Steve Chatman will serve as the district’s new director of human resources.
Northwood teacher receives top honor
Nicole Hardin, VPK Teacher at Northwood Elementary School in Crestview, has been named the Educational Support Professional of the Year for the Okaloosa County School District.
College receives Purple Star designation
Okaloosa Technical College has been designated as a Collegiate Purple Star Campus by the Florida Department of Education, recognizing the institution’s strong commitment to supporting active‐duty military members, veterans, and their families as they transition into college and career pathways.
District commends Davidson Middle School for earning top grade
Okaloosa County School District Superintendent Marcus Chambers and District 4 School Board member Tim Bryant recently helped Davidson Middle School celebrate its “A” school grade for the 2024-2025 school year.
‘A Taste of the Panhandle’ will celebrate area farms
Beef, chicken, oysters, greens, blueberries, sweet potatoes, and muscadines from area farms are some of the foods that will be featured at the upcoming inaugural event called “A Taste of the Panhandle: A Farm-to-Table Dinner Experience.”
Donna Kelley to serve as Pineview School’s principal
Donna Kelley, the longtime principal of Northwood Elementary School in Crestview, will be the first principal of Pineview School in Crestview.
Angel Tree Program will support students
In the true spirit of the season, Okaloosa County School District Superintendent Marcus Chambers and Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden are excited to announce a collaboration between the district and the S.O. for this year’s Angel Tree Program, which aims to bring joy and holiday cheer to students throughout the county.
School District builds bridges with new initiative
The Okaloosa County School District has launched its new Champions of Education initiative, designed to provide community members with an inside look at the district.
Chambers now leads the FHSAA
Okaloosa County School District Superintendent Marcus Chambers has been elected to serve as president of the Florida High School Athletic Association Board of Directors.
Baker Gators to celebrate Homecoming
Next week’s homecoming festivities at Baker School will culminate with the crowning of the homecoming king and queen on Friday night and a dance on Saturday.















