We are proud to share that Katharine Williams, Director of Mental Health and Behavioral Supports, was invited to participate in an expert panel at this week's Florida School Safety Specialists' summit.
During this discussion, Mrs. Williams shared the District's process for implementing the Florida Threat Assessment Model. Thank you to Kathy and her team for all they do for our students and staff!
✨New Assistant Superintendent Alert✨
Dr. Joseph Stanley recently served as our Director of Human Resources and was awarded the 2023-24 District Administrator of the Year.
🥳Help us to congratulate Joseph on his new role!
✨New Assistant Superintendent Alert!
Lauren Myers recently served as Okeechobee High School's Principal and was awarded the 2023-24 Principal of the Year.
🥳Help us congratulate Lauren on her new role!
🎉🎉Last night, Megan Williamson was awarded the State FFA Advisor of the Year award at the state FFA convention. Thank you for pouring your time, love, wisdom, and encouragement into so many of our students!
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It may be summer 🌞 but we are still celebrating our teachers!
Our next Teacher Feature is from Seminole Elementary School ❤🖤🤍
🌞Summer School starts Monday 6/3
At the May 29 Special School Board meeting, the Okeechobee County School Board voted to hire Dylan Tedders as the Superintendent for Okeechobee County Schools.
Honoring Our Amazing Retiring Team Members 🎉
🥳In celebration of the incredible careers and well-deserved retirements of some truly exceptional educators and members of our team.
💜We wish you all the best in your retirement, filled with relaxation, joy, and new adventures. You have earned every moment of it!
🍎Thank you for your years of service, dedication, and for making our schools a better place. You will be deeply missed, but your contributions will never be forgotten.
Congratulations Graduates!
We are honored and humbled to be selected as "BEST EMPLOYER" in the Best of the Lake 2024 Readers Choice Awards.
Our next Teacher Feature is here....
🍎Central Elementary School is pleased to feature Mr. Hickman🍎
🍎Welcome to the Team Ms. Hilliard!
North Elementary School is happy to have you on their 1st Grade Team ❤️
Our next teacher feature spotlights Mrs. Talavera from South Elementary School!
You're invited to join the Okeechobee County School District and PEN for an insightful discussion with ESE Director Kim Cook-Morrison and PEN Director Ally Walford. Together, let's reflect on the successes and identify areas for improvement concerning students with disabilities in Okeechobee as we wrap up the year.
We understand that concerns are natural, so please come prepared to share potential solutions. Your input is invaluable. Additionally, we encourage you to share any effective practices that have benefited your child or their classroom.
This meeting is open to ALL parents of children aged 3 to 22 with an IEP or 504 plan. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with you. As the event approaches, an agenda will be provided.
