Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) recently hosted a ribbon-cutting at Ruckel Middle School in Niceville for its new Cafetorium building. Cafetoriums are buildings that combine cafeterias and auditoriums, providing versatile spaces for various school activities.
Ruckel Middle School’s Cafetorium includes a new STEM room that will double as classroom space and a venue for teacher trainings. The Cafetorium is significantly larger than the original cafeteria, which will soon be renovated into a new band room. The current band room will become the new chorus room, enhancing the well-established music program.
This project would not have been possible without the half-cent sales tax. “We are deeply grateful to the voters of Okaloosa County for making these projects possible,” said OCSD Superintendent Marcus Chambers. “Your support is transforming our schools and enriching our students’ educational experiences. Thank you for helping us build a brighter future for our students!”
