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Northwest Florida State College launches apprenticeship program

Northwest Florida State College is proud to announce its approval to join the State of Florida’s Apprenticeship System. This approval…

5 years ago

Samsung Offers $3 million to schools using STEM

For the 10th consecutive year, Samsung launched the annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, which challenges 6th – 12th-grade public school students and…

5 years ago

Laura King named assistant principal at Plew

King is originally from Jacksonville, North Carolina. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Bachelor's…

6 years ago

Eglin helps Tyndall children find new schools

Many Tyndall military members with school-age children transferred here.  Some children were enrolled in Eglin Elementary School.  Others went to Okaloosa, Santa…

6 years ago

Back to school message from Superintendent Marcus Chambers

I am proud to announce that Okaloosa County is once again an A+ district in Florida. We are 1 of…

6 years ago

2019 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday begins Aug. 2

During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including certain school supplies selling for $15…

6 years ago

Kathy Anderson named Edge Elementary Assistant Principal

Anderson started her career at Plew Elementary School where she taught first, second, third, and fifth grades, Project Child, and…

6 years ago

Science teachers attend camp [PHOTOS]

Teachers completed lessons, discussed tips to increase science comprehension, and collaborated on resources. Niceville, FLA -- Science teachers from Niceville…

6 years ago

NWFS partners with USA to streamline student transfers

The partnership will help more NWF State College graduates to transfer to South Alabama and earn their bachelor’s degree from…

6 years ago

Frances Roy Agency chooses summer interns

With creativity, strong work ethic and talent that is unmatched, Frances Roy Agency President Shantelle Dedicke is confident each intern…

6 years ago

Lewis principal recognized by Florida TaxWatch

Florida TaxWatch established the Principal Leadership Awards (PLA) program in 2013 to identify Florida’s most effective principals in high-risk K-12…

6 years ago

NHS Jazz Bands dockside performance raises $1,400

Niceville High School Jazz Band members delighted folks gathered at the marina in Bluewater Bay and LJ Schooners Dockside Restaurant…

6 years ago

NWF State College to launch online learning

Northwest Florida State College Online courses are offered year-round in full 16-week terms and 8-week “fast-track” terms. Northwest Florida State College…

6 years ago

Ruckel Dance Team wins state championship

The Ruckel Middle School Dance Team recently competed at the Florida Dance Championships where the team won the State Championship…

6 years ago

Mid-Bay Rotary Club donates to Take Stock in Children

Take Stock in Children provides mentors, scholarships, and hope for Florida’s low-income and deserving students. Niceville's Mid-Bay Rotary Club has…

6 years ago

Inaugural Blue & White Gala exceeds expectations

The evening began with a VIP reception in the Destin Room at The Henderson. Guests enjoyed a meet & greet…

6 years ago

Lewis Middle School art students learn grid drawing [PHOTOS]

When students are successful, it builds their confidence.  This was Akery-Benefield’s goal when choosing drawing lessons and introducing grid drawing to…

6 years ago

Ruckel majorettes are TwirlMania champs

TwirlMania International was held Feb. 15-18, 2019 at Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The Ruckel Middle School Majorette…

6 years ago

Veterans Success Center at NWF State College serves veterans and their families

The Veterans Success Center, located in building 500 at the Niceville campus, offers a tranquil, professional and respectful location, including…

6 years ago

Martin new principal of STEMM Academy

Before serving as the Assistant Principal of Destin Elementary in 2014, Martin was a digital educator at Riverside Elementary in…

6 years ago