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Education Archive

Jul 2, 2025

OCSD helps families get ready for first day of school

In preparation for the first day of school on August 11, the Okaloosa County School District is reminding parents that if their child is new to the district, now is the time to register. To begin the enrollment process, visit www.okaloosaschools.com/page/registration.
Jun 24, 2025
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Okaloosa teachers complete FSU InSPIRE certification program

In early June, eighteen Okaloosa County educators completed the FSU InSPIRE teacher certification program.

The program is a weeklong professional learning experience focused on artificial intelligence prompt engineering and robotics integration in the classroom.

Jun 23, 2025

Six north-end high schoolers earn scholarships

Six high schoolers from North Okaloosa County earned scholarships from AMVETS Post 35 in Crestview and the Ladies Auxiliary Group on June 17. The Post awarded four scholarships worth $2,000 while the Ladies Auxiliary Group presented two scholarships that were worth $500.
Jun 19, 2025
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‘Queen’ to Juneteenth crowd: ‘Slavery is a violation of freedom’

Although there were freed blacks living in the northern states before the outbreak of the American Civil War, their freedom was not always guaranteed, Karen Brown said today during a “Walk Through History” presentation at Crestview’s Fourth Annual Juneteenth celebration.
Jun 17, 2025
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Students raise over $9,600 in Change for Children Campaign

On May 27, the Okaloosa County School Board recognized students, staff, and administrators from across the district for their outstanding efforts in the 2024-2025 Change for Children Campaign, a student-led fundraiser supporting Children in Crisis, Inc.
Jun 10, 2025

Hayes named OCSD volunteer of the year

Sanford Hayes, a volunteer at Walker Elementary in Crestview, was named the outstanding district volunteer of the year by the Okaloosa County School District at June 9. Hayes has served as a volunteer and mentor for the last 13 years at Walker, giving more than 1,300 hours of volunteer service and supporting 60 students.
Jun 5, 2025
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Okaloosa 4-H youth triumph in state forest ecology contest

With compasses in hand and determination in their hearts, four dedicated Okaloosa County youth took home top honors at the 2025 Florida 4-H Forest Ecology Contest — a testament to months of tireless preparation, deep curiosity, and unwavering teamwork.
Jun 4, 2025

Okaloosa Schools participating in Summer Food Service Program

Okaloosa County Schools will participate in the 2025 Summer Food Service Program, which ensures that children in the community will have access to meals in the summer months. With Summer Break Spot, balanced breakfasts and lunches will be available at no cost for children 18 and under at designated school sites.
Jun 3, 2025
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CHA scholarship recipient plans to study cybersecurity

Javon Reynolds, who earned his AA degree and graduated from the Collegiate High School at Northwest Florida State College in May, is the recipient of the Crestview Housing Authority’s first-ever scholarship.
Jun 2, 2025

Lakewood Christian Schools holds graduation and awards ceremony

Lakewood Christian School held an intimate commencement ceremony for its two high school graduates on May 27 at Praise, Power and Compassion Ministries in Crestview. Along with the ceremony that honored graduates, Maggie Ard and Reginald Mcrath, the school also hosted an awards ceremony for the K-12 school.
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