Destin High School

Tuition-Free Public Charter High School

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Welcome to Destin High School

Accredited With Cognia (NCA CASI, NWAC And SACS CASI)

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Welcome Back to School on Aug 11th

We are looking forward to a great 2025-2026 school year. Please see the link below to find all of the newly updated school information for this upcoming school year.

Parent & Student Information
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Destin High School Athletics

We are excited to share that Destin High School is offically a member of the FHSAA!

Learn More About Our Sports Teams
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Congratulations Class of 2025

The Class of 2025 is the first to walk the halls of Destin High School from freshman year to graduation. Four years. One journey. Countless memories

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Inspired By

Excellence & Innovation

 

Experience education like never before. Your journey starts here.

 

Destin High School’s 21st-century education framework emphasizes critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity. By leveraging the local geography and community, we offer personalized, meaningful learning experiences. DHS meets the diverse needs of our community through specialized programs, career academies, and real-world applied learning opportunities, instilling a profound understanding of students’ roles as citizens and leaders.
 

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Inclusivity

We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.

Upcoming Events

View the full calendar to see all the exciting events we have happening in the next few weeks and months!

Aug
01
Volunteer Campus Clean Up
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aug
04
All Teachers Report to Work
All Day
Aug
04
Senior Cap & Gown Photos
All Day
Aug
05
Staff Meetings & In House Staff Training
All Day
Aug
05
Senior Cap & Gown Photos
All Day
Aug
05
Softball Interest Meeting
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Aug
06
New Student Open House
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Aug
07
District PD at OCSD
All Day
Aug
08
Teacher Work Day
All Day
Aug
09
Josh Sprinkle 5K
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Aug
11
Start of Q1 - 1st Day for 10 Day Drop/Add Window
All Day
Aug
11
1st Day of School
8:00 AM - 3:05 PM
Aug
11
Boys and Girls Cross Country Tryouts
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Aug
12
Boys and Girls Cross Country Tryouts
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Aug
13
Boys and Girls Cross Country Tryouts
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Aug
13
Golf Tryouts
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Aug
14
Boys and Girls Cross Country Tryouts
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Aug
15
Boys and Girls Cross Country Tryouts
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Aug
16
Cross Country Meet - Viking Classic
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Aug
18
Volleyball Game @ Pensacola Catholic
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Aug
19
MAP Testing for 9th Graders
All Day
Aug
20
MAP Testing for 9th Graders
All Day
Aug
21
MAP Testing for 9th Graders
All Day
Aug
21
Volleyball Game VS Freeport HS
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Aug
22
10 Day Drop/Add Deadline 1st Semester
All Day
Aug
22
Football Game VS Northview
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aug
26
FAST PM1 9th Grade
All Day
Aug
26
Volleyball Game @ Escambia HS
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Aug
26
Board Meeting
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Aug
28
Volleyball Game VS Walton HS
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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The Destin Difference

Destin High School prepares students academically, physically, and mentally to be responsible, productive, and empowered citizens. Through diverse programs and strong public/private partnerships, we provide the foundation for a solid future.

At a Glance

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We are committed to implementing a comprehensive framework for 21st century education that focuses on the skills, knowledge, and expertise students must master to succeed in work and life. Critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity will be embedded within the context of core subjects and interdisciplinary themes that will challenge our students, teachers, and school leaders to excel. A place-based approach to learning will take advantage of the local geography and community to create authentic, meaningful and engaging personalized learning for students.

  • 26
    Sports Teams Offered
  • 18
    Educators with Master Degrees
  • 10
    Clubs & Growing
  • 178
    Credits Earned Class of 2023
  • $1M+
    Scholarships Awarded To Class of 2023

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