The Okaloosa County School District has the highest percentage of military children enrolled of any school district in Florida with over 5,600 enrolled, 17% of total enrollment. These students face challenges unique to military families such as frequent relocations, separations through deployment, parents serving in combat zones, and reintegration. We are committed to meeting the needs of all students, especially military children.
Our schools are currently in the process of applying to be Purple Star Schools, a designation that indicates a school goes the extra mile to respond to the educational and social-emotional needs a military-connected child may face during their transition to a new school. The goal is to keep them on track when they leave high school and go to college, enter the workforce, or join the military.
At the October 24th School Board Meeting, the board passed a resolution extending its gratitude and respect to all military members and their families who live both in Okaloosa County and abroad for their unwavering commitment to our nation. We commit to connect military students and families to the resources and services they need to ensure a successful school experience. We thank members of the military and their families for their service.
