School Board meetings have earlier starting time
For the 2026 calendar year, all public, regular Okaloosa County School Board meetings will begin at 5 p.m. instead of 6 p.m.
Cynthia West seeks a seat on the School Board
Supporting school choice while ensuring public and nonpublic schools are on a level playing field financially and implementing a public reporting system on bullying incidents at schools are some of the tasks Cynthia West would like to tackle as a potential Okaloosa County School Board member.
Veteran educator to lead Northwood Elementary
On Jan. 5, longtime Northwood Elementary School educator Aimee Lewis will begin serving as the school’s new principal.
Riverside Elementary’s kitchen team receives unique trophy
For its outstanding dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence, the kitchen team at Riverside Elementary School in Crestview was awarded Aramark Student Nutrition’s Kitchen of the Month trophy this morning.
OTC’s tiny homes are a big hit
Many people have embraced the tiny homes built by students at Okaloosa Technical College, says OTC Director Jon Williams.
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.”















