The top fundraisers in the 2023-24 Children in Crisis (CIC) "Change for Children Campaign” in Okaloosa County were recognized at the May 28, 2024, Okaloosa County School Board meeting. Congratulations to the winners in the following categories:
Community School Division and Top Fundraiser: Southside Primary School (pictured above)
Total Raised: $4203.49
Principal, Debbie Haan; School Sponsors: Haley Dukes and Stephanie Hicks
Elementary School Division: Destin Elementary School
Total Raised: $3456.72
Principal, Amy Meyer; School Sponsor: Aaron Telatovich
Middle School Division: Ruckel Middle School
Total Raised: $3195.16
Principal, Joe Jannazo; School Sponsor: Angela Wargo
High School Division: Choctawhatchee High School
Total Raised: $1571.00
Principal, Michelle Heck; School Sponsor: Dee Dee Shank
Presenting the awards on behalf of Children in Crisis were Kitty Johnson and Mary Jane Ross, Members of the CIC Board of Directors, and Kevin Maloney, CIC President/CEO.
About Children in Crisis
Children in Crisis provides a safe and supportive environment for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or other emergencies, empowering them to build brighter futures through stable foster placements and transitional living programs. Learn more at https://childrenincrisisfl.org/.