September 11, 2024
Weather Update Wednesday, September 11, 2024 6:00pm This is the Okaloosa County School District with an important weather update. The latest update on Hurricane Francine from O...
September 4, 2024
Check out the September Thunderbird News for important information about Character Building, FOCUS Parent Portal, Importance of Reading 20 Minutes a Day, Attendance Awareness Mon...
August 19, 2024
Are you staying informed about the latest news from the Okaloosa County School District? Parents and guardians can easily access their student's schedule, grades, attendance, repo...
August 16, 2024
HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, Eglin Federal Credit Union, Florida Power and Light, HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital, and Hurlburt Field Air Force Base join forces to s...
August 12, 2024
Check out the August edition of the Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring important information about the Effects of Blue Light, Signs of Dehydration, Danger of Sugary Drinks, an...
August 11, 2024
Need to find your student's Bus Route? There are several ways you can do that: Visit the Bus Routes page on the District website Enter your address into the Infolocator to...
August 11, 2024
Since 2010, Okaloosa County has been using MySchoolApps to accept Free and Reduced meal applications. This expedites the process of filing an application and can be done from any...
August 9, 2024
Hello Kindergarten Families, The first day of Kindergarten is a very special and emotional day. We would like to help with this big adjustment! After you drop your big kid off i...
August 5, 2024
Join us on Friday, August 9th for Meet the Teacher 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM - PreK, VPK, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM - 2nd and 3rd Grades 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM - 4th and ...
August 5, 2024
The Okaloosa County School District Transportation Department has released the bus routes for the 2024-2025 school year. Families and guardians can easily find their students' bu...
August 2, 2024
Update August 4, 2024 5:00pm We are fortunate to report that Okaloosa County will not be affected by the weather brought on by Tropical Storm Debby. Our thoughts are with those t...
July 15, 2024
Stuff the Bus helps local students get the tools they need for the upcoming school year! In 2023, our collective efforts led to the collection of over $12,000 worth of supplies, im...
July 1, 2024
For the summer Mary Esther Elementary is open Monday-Friday 8:00-2:00 (with the exception of Holidays).
June 14, 2024
Check out the June edition of the Healthy Okaloosa newsletter featuring information on choosing an Insect Repellent, Beach Safety, Fun Facts about Watermelons, and enjoying the o...
June 10, 2024
Richie Grant, Choctawhatchee High School Alumnus and Safety for the Atlanta Falcons NFL Football team, is back to host his second Back to School Giveaway! Get ready for the 2024-2...
May 24, 2024
Okaloosa County Schools will be participating in the Summer Food Service Program this summer. Summer Break Spot offers balanced breakfasts and lunches at no cost for kids 18 and ...
May 9, 2024
Cox Communications recently hosted the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards in Okaloosa County. This year, 37 students were celebrated for overcoming extreme hardships in ...
May 5, 2024
Food For Thought's last backpack service for this school year is Friday, May 17th. Summer Food Services begin June 5th and run through June 26th at the following locations: Jun...
May 1, 2024
Be sure to check out the May Thunderbird New s for important information and updates including Upcoming Events, Teacher Appreciation Week, End of Year testing, and more!
May 1, 2024
Be sure to check out the May Health Okaloosa Newsletter featuring May's National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, Staying Hydrated, Seasonal Fruits, and more!