Take Stock in Children Okaloosa County has been honored with the Luminary Award at the annual Take Stock in Children Conference in Orlando for its outstanding service and support of the program’s 2025–2026 student cohort.
- The award is given to affiliates that achieve a perfect 100% score on Take Stock in Children’s Balanced Scorecard, which measures program performance across four areas: Mentoring, College Readiness, Program Data and Take Stock in Children Compliance Standards.
A perfect score across all four categories means the affiliate met or exceeded the organization’s highest standards for serving students.
“Receiving the Luminary Award is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of the dedication of everyone who supports Take Stock in Children students,” said John Spolski, assistant superintendent of the Okaloosa County School District. “This recognition demonstrates what is possible when our educators, mentors, families, community partners, and students work together toward a common goal.”
The Luminary Award reflects the collective efforts of Take Stock in Children Okaloosa County staff, mentors, students, families and community partners who work together to help students achieve their educational goals and prepare for success beyond high school.
The program focuses on high-quality mentoring, individualized student support, college and career readiness and scholarship opportunities.
“We are incredibly proud of our Take Stock in Children team and, most importantly, the students whose hard work and determination inspire us every day,” Spolski said.
The award also recognizes the program’s continued commitment to creating pathways for students to succeed in high school, pursue postsecondary education and build successful futures.
