Several Okaloosa County Schools were recognized recently by the American Heart Association for the contributions from their students and staff. The following seven schools raised over $19,500:

• Bob Sikes Elementary School - $7283
• Longwood Elementary School - $3528
• Mary Esther Elementary School - $3219
• Kenwood Elementary School - $2636
• Florosa Elementary School - $1508
• Riverside Elementary School - $1425
• Shalimar Elementary School - $320

The monies raised will fund research grants, AED and CPR kits, educational materials, and training.