Mary Esther Elementary School

Dear Thunderbird Families, As we dive into the second half of the school year, I couldn’t be more excited about the growth we’ve seen from our students. It has been truly inspiri...

Monday, January 26th - 100th Day of School Dress up like you are 100 years old! Tuesday, January 27th - Red, White, or Blue Day Wear red, white, or blue, and bring a favori...

The Okaloosa County School District values the partnership of families and is committed to keeping the community informed about important decisions that may impact local schools. ...

The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD), in partnership with the Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation (OPSF) and the Early Learning Coalition of the Emerald Coast, is excited to ...

Be sure to check out the January Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring information about the Dental Clinic for children with Medicaid, National Hobby Month, the meaning of Gratit...

Bring your New Year's Eve resolutions and join us during your child's PE class on January 9th, 2026 for our Resolution Run: 2nd Grade: 8:40 AM - 9:30 AM 1st Grade: 9:30 AM - 10:2...

Welcome back, families, and Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed a restful and joyful winter break. As we begin January, we are excited to continue the year ahead, building on the s...

We will be serving Oven Roasted Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Dinner Rolls, and warm Blueberry Crisp during your child's lunch on the following ...

Join us for our 3rd Grade Thunderbirds Veterans Day Concert honoring all who served on Monday, November 10th from 9:30AM - 10:00 AM in the Multi-purpose room. Featuring the Star S...

Happy November! November is a special time of year at our school a time for reflection, gratitude, and community. As we move into this season of thankfulness, I want to take a ...

As the federal government shutdown continues, some families are beginning to miss regular paychecks. Households whose current income may qualify their students for meal benefit ...

Join us Thursday, October 30th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for the Boo Bash Dance. Parents MUST attend - NO drop offs! $6 per family - entry & games, cash only Concessions will be ava...

October 27th - 31st is Red Ribbon Week. The 2025 theme is "Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free," which emphasizes making positive choices to build a drug-free future. Mary Esther...

OCSD Parent Training MTSS & the Evaluation Process ESE Parent Advisory Committee Join us for an informative parent training on the Multi-Tiered System of Supports & the Evaluatio...

The application window is now open for families to apply for free or reduced-price school meals for the 2025–2026 school year. Healthy, nutritious meals play an important role in h...

Throughout September, Okaloosa County School District is proud to honor American Founders’ Month, a time dedicated to educating students about the visionaries who shaped our natio...

We’re off to a fantastic start this school year! Thank you for your continued patience and support as we work through the early routines. The car line is moving more smoothly, bus...

The Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) is proud to announce that its nine Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) classrooms have received outstanding designations from the Florida De...

You're invited to a Grandparent's Day Lunch during your grandchild's lunch! Grandparents must be listed on child's contact information with school in FOCUS. Tickets can be purch...

Be sure to check out the August Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring important health and exercise tips, healthy recipes, and much more!