Mary Esther Elementary School

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...

Be sure to check out the October Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring information about World Mental Health Day, Red Ribbon Week, Pedestrian Safety Month, and much more!

Happy October! While we may not have the crisp autumn air or changing leaves that some parts of the country enjoy, fall in Florida brings its own special kind of energy—and we’re ...

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!

The application for free or reduced-price school meals is officially open! Healthy meals help students stay focused and ready to learn. Applying is quick, confidential, an...

The Okaloosa County School District Transportation Department has released this year's bus routes. We are excited to introduce Infofinder i, a new online tool that makes it easier...

Join us on Friday, August 8th for Orientation/Meet the Teacher at the following times: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: PreKD, VPK, K and 1 Grade 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM: Grades 2 and 3 10...

Kindergarten Parents....please join us from 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM for a Boo Hoo Breakfast after you drop off your little Thunderbird on Monday, August 11th for a light breakfast! C...

With the first day of school quickly approaching on Monday, August 11, the Okaloosa County School District is excited to welcome new students and families to our schools! If your ...

The meal service prices for the upcoming school year are now available below. Applications for Free and Reduced-Price Meals will open on July 9, 2025 . We encourage all families...

Ready, Set, Learn! Mary Esther Kindergarten Kickstart July 21 - July 24 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be provided. Must be registered for Kindergart...

Updated Wednesday, May 7 | 3:40pm The Okaloosa County School District is implementing new software for school bus route coordination in the 2025-26 School Year. We are asking pa...