Thirty-seven Okaloosa County students were recognized at the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards, hosted at Northwest Florida State College. Selected by school leaders, these students were honored for their strength and positivity in overcoming adversity—from personal loss and health challenges to difficult home situations.
Honorees received personalized medallions, certificates from local and state officials, and
a proclamation from the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners declaring May
2025 as Cox Inspirational Student Hero Month.
Now in its 32nd year, the program has honored more than 5,100 students across the Southeast.
