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Okaloosa schools report hiring gains but key vacancies remain, officials say
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District HR reported 262 staff starting in new roles this year, with 123 new hires and 139 transfers; 24 instructional vacancies remain (10 in ESE) and roughly 30 bus routes lack permanent drivers, officials said.
Okaloosa County School District human resources officials told the school board the district filled hundreds of positions over the summer but still faces vacancies in high‑need areas, especially exceptional student education (ESE) and transportation. HR reported 262 staff starting the year in new placements, including 123 new hires and 139 transfers. Of the 123 new hires, HR said 65 were career changers and only eight were recent college graduates. "Of those 123 new…
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