Holiday Update: due to state testing for all grades and class holiday parties, parent/student lunches are cancelled for December. We will resume parent/student lunches on the first and third Fridays of each month once we return from the winter holiday.
2 days ago, OCSD Webmaster
Please make sure to make arrangements for early release at 2:40PM on Friday, December 19th.
2 days ago, OCSD Webmaster
💙🍂 Bluewater C.A.R.E. Crew Gratitude Project! 🍂💙
During November, our Bluewater C.A.R.E. Crew created a Gratitude Wreath. Each student and staff member decorated a leaf and wrote something they are thankful for.
The wreath is now filled with meaningful messages of appreciation and gratitude.
Bluewater Elementary is truly GRATEFUL for our wonderful students, staff, and school community.
4 days ago, OCSD Webmaster
We hope you had a great first day back from Thanksgiving Break, OCSD Family!
We’ve got three short weeks until the end of the first semester and the start of Winter Break—let’s make them count!
On Friday, December 19, most schools will dismiss slightly earlier than usual. Check out the adjusted times so you can plan ahead!
4 days ago, OCSD Webmaster
Okaloosa County Schools will be closed November 24th - 28th for the Thanksgiving Holidays.
19 days ago, OCSD Webmaster
All Okaloosa County School District Schools and Offices will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
26 days ago, OCSD Webmaster
𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁! 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱.
OCSD Family—be sure to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night, November 2. We “fall back” at 2:00 AM on Sunday, November 3. Enjoy the extra hour of rest, and we’ll see everyone bright and early on Monday!
about 1 month ago, OCSD Webmaster
Greetings Seminole families!
Tomorrow we are finishing Red Ribbon Week with a Costume day! No masks or weapons allowed.
We’re seagull-ing strong at 68% of our Choose-a-Thon goal! Don’t wing it—if you haven’t made a last-minute donation yet, now’s the time to dive in!
REMINDER: Tomorrow is event day!
--If your student is choosing Read-a-Thon, please have them bring a book and a small blanket to cozy up like a gull on the shore.
--If they’re in Olymp-a-Thon, make sure they wear tennis shoes—we don’t want anyone flapping behind in the fun!
We still have room for more volunteers (don’t leave us high and fry!). Find the signup link on Facebook and join the flock!
Bonus news: Over the weekend, donations of ANY amount will be entered into a drawing for a Stanley prize pack! Now that’s something to squawk about!
Thank you for going above and beyond to support our school, classrooms, and students! We wouldn't be FRYing this fundraiser without you.
Have a great night and GO Seminoles!
about 1 month ago, Bluewater ES
Happy FRY-DAY Seminole families!
Quick update on how our Seminoles have done since Choose-a-Thon took flight!
35% of our Seminoles have registered online, donations from 38 states and 3 countries have been collected, AND we are 25% of the way to the ultimate school GULL!! Let's SEA if we can collect from all 50 states before Choose-a-Thon ends!
This weekend, a donation of any amount will enter you into a surPRIZE drawing! Keep a bird's eye view of the fundraiser by following the PTO FB page for more exciting surprises, updates and the chance to volunteer on event day.
about 1 month ago, Bluewater ES
Greetings Seminole families!
Today kicks off our biggest fundraiser of the school year--Choose-a-Thon! This year, on event day, the kids get the choice to participate in a Read-a-Thon or Olymp-a-Thon. Something for everyone! PLUS!!! If we reach our school goal, of $55,000, the Principal will sleep on the school roof! That's right--our very own Mr. Berry will sleep on the ROOF!
Register today and see what all the SQUAWK is about, check out the awesome incentives we have this year, and get ready to FRY this fundraiser!!
This fundraiser is being run entirely in-house by our PTO and volunteers. That means very little is "given away" to a company and instead will directly benefit the classrooms. As always, keep an eye on the PTO facebook page for updates, announcements and surprises!
about 2 months ago, Bluewater ES
Greetings Seminole families--please see the attached announcement about Lunch With Your Seminole!
about 2 months ago, Bluewater ES
Dear Bluewater Families,
We’re excited to announce a last-minute Spirit Night at Zaxby’s happening TONIGHT!
📍 Zaxby’s Location: 1160 E John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578
🕕 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Take a night off from cooking and join us for a delicious meal while supporting our school! A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go directly back to Bluewater Elementary School.
Just mention Bluewater Elementary School when you order—dine-in or takeout! Then place your receipt in the box on the counter.
We know it's short notice, but we’d love to see as many families as possible come out and show their school spirit. Feel free to spread the word!
Thank you for your continued support!
Warmly,
Bluewater PTO
about 2 months ago, Bluewater ES
Just a reminder that today is the last day of the first 9 week grading period. Monday is a Teacher Workday/ Student Holiday. We look forward to seeing our students back on campus Tuesday, October 14 to start the second half of the first semester!
about 2 months ago, OCSD Webmaster
Seminole Families!
Save the date for the annual Blue Jam fall festival!
Friday, October 17: 5-7 p.m.
*Event posters and details attached*
Blue Jam is a fun night to celebrate our seminole community! The BES PTO takes pride in providing this free family event on campus every year! Last year we had over 900+ seminoles attend and we cannot wait to see you again on October 17th!
Some highlights include: cake walk, inflatables, dunk tank, face painting, 20+ games, the book fair open to all, food trucks, photo opportunities and so much more!
How can you help?
1. We need cakes, cupcakes and cookie cakes donated! We encourage homemade and themed cakes but are happy with store bought goodies too. Drop off by 10/16.
2. We are collecting new standard size pillows for a local non-profit, ABed4Me! We are trying to fill their truck, which will be on site. Let's help our community Seminoles!
3. We need families to support the Blue Jam amazon wish list- BlueJam link! We encourage families & businesses to support!
*NOTE- this event is for families, students MUST be supervised by adult chaperones*
2 months ago, Bluewater ES
Greetings Seminole families!
October is a busy month! Please see the October Updates with a Calendar of Events attached. This Friday is our Career Day / High 5 Friday! We are encouraging our Seminoles to Dress for Success to celebrate what they want to be when they grow up!
Have a great evening and GO Seminoles!
2 months ago, Bluewater ES
Congrats to our Educational Support Person of the Year, Ms. Gina Destaven!!!
2 months ago, OCSD Webmaster
Bluewater Elementary School has been named a 2024–2025 Schools of Excellence by the Florida Department of Education, recognizing their sustained academic achievement and top-tier performance by ranking in the 80th percentile or higher for at least two of the past three years. This honor celebrates the dedication of students, educators, and school leaders at the recognized campuses.
2 months ago, OCSD Webmaster
OCSD Schools and offices will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. Classes and regular office hours will resume Tuesday, September 2nd 2025.
3 months ago, OCSD Webmaster
Internet speeds have been restored. Thank you, Cox, for your quick response! Have a great day, OCSD Family!
4 months ago, Communications
We are currently experiencing slow internet speeds district-wide. This may affect phones. We are working with our service provider to get the problem fixed as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
4 months ago, Communications
