Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
The Okaloosa County School Board confirmed Julie Ward as assistant principal at Walker Elementary and Jackie Wyndham as assistant principal at Richburg School; both appointments were approved unanimously and included brief acceptance remarks.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
The Okaloosa County School Board voted 5-0 on Feb. 23, 2026 to close Longwood and Mary Esther elementaries at the end of the 2025–26 school year and approved a rezoning plan that shifts their students to six receiving schools for 2026–27; the district cited falling enrollment and budget shortfalls.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
Miss Perry presented internal funds financial statements for the fiscal year ending 06/30/2025; board members praised the results, staff noted the scope of operations (about $18 million annually), and the workshop recorded donations, payroll warrants and $100 million in bank transfers for January 2026.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
During public comment Cynthia West read FYSAS 2023 statistics on Okaloosa County students' mental health and said a district records request showed only a handful of bullying incidents in district records, urging better tracking and interventions.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
At a Feb. 23 workshop the board read three resolutions proposing the closure of Longwood and Mary Esther elementary schools at the end of 2025-26 and a rezoning plan that would reassign students to several neighboring schools for the 2026-27 year; no final vote was taken.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
The Okaloosa County School Board approved the meeting agenda, the consent agenda and a series of human-resources items — including certification and personnel recommendations, out-of-field reports, separations, transfers and leaves — all by recorded 5-0 votes.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
District construction staff updated the Okaloosa County School Board on dozens of active task orders ranging from cafeteria conversions and roofing to stadium repairs and HVAC projects; several guaranteed maximum price (GMP) submittals and spring/summer schedules were noted.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
The Okaloosa County School Board unanimously approved Britney Young as principal of Walker Elementary after Superintendent Mr. Chambers read her bio detailing local ties and leadership experience; Young pledged to lead with "consistency, clarity, and heart."
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
The Okaloosa County School Board recognized Crestview High School swimmer Donovan Morales as the Class 3A 50- and 100-yard freestyle state champion; coaches and family described his rapid improvement and work ethic.
Florida / School Districts / Okaloosa
A public commenter urged the Okaloosa board to consider equity and alternatives before voting on a proposed closure of Mary Esther Elementary (Title I); the board and superintendent said the possible action is enrollment-driven, that the school is not labeled failing under state statute, and that any sale proceeds would be capital funds.