The final bell of the school year is almost here! Tomorrow, Thursday, May 29, marks the last day of school for students in the Okaloosa County School District. All OCSD schools will follow an early dismissal schedule, and lunch will still be served before students head off to start their summer break! Let’s finish strong and celebrate a year of hard work, growth, and achievement. We’re proud of each and every student, and we wish you a safe, fun, and restful summer!
Bob Sikes Elementary School Ribbon Cutting – April 29, 2025
Today, we proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting at Bob Sikes Elementary School, unveiling their new state-of-the-art cafetorium and modern music classroom! These new spaces reflect our district's ongoing commitment to providing students with inspiring environments that foster learning, creativity, and connection. We were joined by School Board members, local leaders, the incredible Bob Sikes administrative team, and many proud parents. Guests enjoyed a beautiful performance by the 3rd grade chorus and a moving military tribute from one of our students. We thank our community members, staff, students, and valued partners at Jacobs Titan and Lord and Sons. None of this would have been possible without your investment in the Half-Cent Sales Tax, which is a true testament to our shared commitment to excellence in education. "This ribbon cutting marks the 18th facility project completed thanks to the support of our community and the Half-Cent Sales Tax," stated Superintendent Marcus Chambers. "It's a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together. These beautiful new spaces will benefit generations of Bob Sikes students and families, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who made this possible."
The Okaloosa County School District has been made aware of scam phone calls targeting parents. In these calls, individuals falsely claim that a student has an outstanding lunch balance and instructs the parent to "press 1" to make a payment immediately.
Please be advised:
• The Okaloosa County School District does not contact families by phone to request payment in this manner.
• Any legitimate communication regarding student meal accounts would come through official district channels.
• In the recently reported case, the scammer provided incorrect student information and used what appeared to be a local phone number, which may have been spoofed.
If you receive a suspicious call, do not provide personal or payment information. Instead, hang up and contact your child's school or the district's Food Services Department directly for verification. Thank you for helping us keep our families informed and protected.
𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
Next Thursday, March 13, is the last day of the 3rd 9-week grading period. Spring Break begins on Friday, March 14, and continues through Friday, March 21. Monday, March 24, is a Teacher Workday. Students return for the 4th and final 9-week grading period of the 2024-2025 school year on Tuesday, March 25. We hope everyone has a safe and restful week off!
𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸!
This week, we celebrate and honor our incredible school counselors who play a vital role in supporting our students' academic, social, and emotional well-being. From guiding students through their educational journeys to providing a listening ear and valuable advice, our counselors are always there to help. Thank you to all our dedicated school counselors for your unwavering commitment and the positive impact you make every day. Your hard work and compassion truly make a difference in the lives of our students.
This week, the Okaloosa County School District and the State of Florida are celebrating the joy of reading and the power of literacy! We are highlighting the importance of literacy in our schools and communities. From engaging classroom activities to exciting reading challenges, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Thank you to all our dedicated teachers, librarians, and staff for fostering a love of reading in our students!
VPK Registration opened January 1st! Okaloosa County VPK schools include: Southside Primary School, Mary Esther Elementary School, Walker Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Edwins Elementary School, Bob Sikes Elementary School, Okaloosa STEMM Academy, and Longwood Elementary School. Before registering at one of the school sites listed above, you must obtain your child's VPK Certificate of Eligibility. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis, and spots at each site are limited.
Registration information can be found at: https://familyservices.floridaearlylearning.com/
We hope you all enjoyed a relaxing Winter Break! We can't wait to welcome our students back to campus on Wednesday, January 8th to start the second semester strong! Please be alert as School Zones will be active!
🎉 Happy New Year, Families! 🎉
We hope 2025 is off to a fantastic start for you and your loved ones! As we wrap up Winter Break, here are some key dates to keep in mind:
👉 January 6th – Teacher Workday (Student Holiday-No School)
👉 January 7th – District-Wide Professional Learning Day (Student Holiday-No School)
👉 January 8th – Students’ First Day of the 2nd Semester! 🎒✨
We’re excited to see our students back and ready for an amazing second half of the school year. Let’s make 2025 a year full of growth and success!
Congratulations, Mrs. Del Pozo! We are thrilled to share that Mrs. Del Pozo has won a $100 Amazon gift card from BeHealthy Counseling of Crestview as part of their Teacher Appreciation Giveaway! Thank you, Mrs. Del Pozo, for your hard work and dedication to our students and school. And a big shoutout to BeHealthy Counseling for showing appreciation to our incredible educators!
Bob Sikes ES Canned Food Drive for Sharing and Caring will be held December 2nd through December 20th. Every student that brings in at least 5 canned food items will get to participate in hat day on Friday, December 20th. The class that collects the largest number of cans will win a class reward.
A line of storms is expected to move into our area overnight and continue through tomorrow evening. We anticipate heavy rainfall, which may lead to brief flash flood conditions and pooling on roadways.
At this time, we do not expect any changes to school start times or dismissal. However, we encourage everyone to exercise caution during your commute. If your child is late or misses school due to weather in your area, please provide a note when they return.
We will keep you updated if any changes arise. Thank you, and have a great evening!
Families,
Just a reminder to purchase your fall carnival armbands early to save 5 dollars! $25 dollars for pre-sale, $30 dollars at the door! Forms were sent home.
On October 23rd - 25th all Kindergarten students will be able to enjoy lunch for FREE all 3 days!!
Phones at all schools have been restored!
Good morning! Phones are down at some of our schools. We appreciate your patience as we work to fix the issue.
We hope our students and staff have a restful summer break! We look forward to seeing our OCSD Family again on the first day of school, August 12, 2024. The 2024-2025 School Calendar can be found on our website: https://www.okaloosaschools.com/page/calendars
📢 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 📢
🍎 Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a difference in the lives of children? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and dedicated Elementary Teachers to join our Bob Sikes' team!
🔍 To apply, please visit www.okaloosaschools.com or contact Laurren Seegars at Laurren.Seegars@okaloosaschools.com.
Positions are currently available to current employee transfers and will open to the public on 6/3/24:
- 2nd Grade Teacher
- 3rd Grade Teacher
- 5th Grade Teacher
- Guidance Counselor
Tag someone who would make an amazing Elementary Teacher or share this post to help us find the perfect candidate! Let's make a difference together! 🌟
Today was an amazing success at our Bob Sikes Beautification Day! From replanting our front entrance flower bed, to pressure washing, raking up leaves, and litter clean up, we accomplished so much. Huge thanks to all the volunteers – parents, students, families, community members, and staff – your dedication made it happen! 🌷💪
OCSD is working with County Emergency Management Officials who are monitoring a storm system moving into our area Wednesday afternoon.
Following weather updates from County Emergency Management Officials, the District will communicate any potential adjustments to Wednesday's school day or after school activities.
No adjustments to Wednesday's schedule have been made at this time. Thank you.
