9 Weeks Until School Starts!
Posted Date: 06/09/26 (08:38 AM)
9 Weeks Until School Starts!
June 8–14, 2026
As we continue our countdown to the first day of school, now is the perfect time to begin preparing for a successful school year while also supporting students and teachers in our community!
✅ This Week's School Readiness Checklist
☐ Stock the Teacher LoungeDrop off snacks, drinks, paper products, or other items at the school to support our amazing teachers as they prepare for a new year.
☐ Begin Gathering School Supplies
Review the school supply list and start shopping early to avoid last-minute crowds. Our high school supply recommendations include essentials such as notebooks, pencils, binders, folders, highlighters, calculators, and a sturdy backpack.
📌 Review the School Supply List:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d_fPGFIgFEvYf-tj04SBO3ER9l6El7ZY/view?usp=drive_link
☐ Inventory Last Year's Supplies
Check backpacks, desks, and study spaces for reusable supplies and identify items that need replacing.
☐ Support Students in Need
Donate new school supplies directly to the school to help ensure every student starts the year prepared for success.
☐ Volunteer or Donate to Local Backpack Drives
Community organizations are already preparing for back-to-school distributions. Consider donating supplies, volunteering your time, or helping spread the word.
☐ Purchase an Extra Backpack or Supply Kit
A small act of generosity can make a big difference for a student and family in need.
🎒 Community Backpack Giveaway
Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PMDestiny Worship Center will host backpack and school supply distributions at multiple locations throughout Northwest Florida, including Miramar Beach, Freeport, Crestview, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, Panama City Beach, Panama City, and DeFuniak Springs.
Supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis for K–12 students. Children must be present and proof of residency may be required.
For more information: 850-650-6800
💡 Did You Know?
Florida Public Charter School FactFlorida families continue to choose public charter schools at record levels. During the 2025–26 school year, 408,481 students were enrolled in Florida charter schools, representing 14.6% of all public-school enrollment statewide. Florida currently has 738 charter schools operating across 46 counties. Public charter schools are tuition-free public schools that provide families with additional educational options while maintaining state academic accountability standards.
Every small step taken now helps create a smooth and successful start to the 2026–2027 school year. Let's work together to ensure all students and teachers have the supplies and support they need to thrive! 📚✏️🎒🍎