Ocean Springs Education Foundation - OSEF

06/10/2026

Behind every successful student is a teacher who believed in them.

If you've have a teacher who inspired you, encouraged you, or helped shape your future, now is the time to recognize them. Past and present students are invited to submit nominations for a teacher who made a difference.

Nominations close June 26! https://www.oseducationfoundation.com/teacher-of-the-year

06/04/2026

Whether you're a current or former student, NOW is your chance to nominate a teacher who made a difference in your life. Let's celebrate the educators who go above and beyond - supporting, inspiring, and shaping futures every single day. 🍎✏

Nominate your teacher today: https://www.oseducationfoundation.com/teacher-of-the-year

06/04/2026

Vote for us!!! 💙💙💙💙

The nominations are in, and we’re blown away by the response! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a local nonprofit for our Scouting for a Cause initiative. After an incredible turnout, we’re excited to announce our 12 finalists:

✨ CASA of South Mississippi
✨ Elijah's Closet
✨ Embrace Abilities
✨ Humane Society of South Mississippi
✨ Jenna Robinson Charities
✨ Pink Heart Funds
✨ Swimming to Survive
✨ The Link Family Resource Center
✨ United Way of South Mississippi
✨ Women's Resource Center of Gulfport
✨ Woodside Wildlife Rescue
✨ Ocean Springs Education Foundation - OSEF

Now it’s time to vote! 🗳️

Head to the link below to cast your vote for the organization you'd like to see featured. You can vote once per day through June 12th.

The nonprofit with the most votes will receive a complimentary spread in Volume 5, along with all the benefits of a Scout Guide membership- helping share their mission and connect with our community in a meaningful way.

Thank you for helping us celebrate and support the organizations making a difference across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. ✨

https://thescoutguide.com/mississippi-gulf-coast-v5-scouting-for-a-cause/

05/27/2026

Established in 2012 in memory of Jan Niolon and her daughter Pieper, the Niolon Award celebrates teachers who make a lasting impact on their students' lives.💙

Students - past or present - can nominate a teacher who as made a difference. Let's shine a light on the incredible educators who inspire, support, and change lives every day. The deadline to nominate is June 26!

Nominate your teacher today on our website: https://www.oseducationfoundation.com/teacher-of-the-year

04/17/2026

🦞 It’s National Crawfish Day… and there’s no better place to celebrate tonight than beneath the beautiful oaks at The Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center!

Join OSEF for an evening packed with fresh, hot crawfish, cold drinks, and a little friendly competition.

Whether you’re coming to play, eat, or just enjoy the atmosphere, every ticket supports our local schools and students. Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and come be part of a great cause.

📍 Tonight | Don’t miss it
Let’s celebrate, compete, and give back—Ocean Springs style!

04/17/2026

⏰ LAST CALL FOR EARLY DISCOUNT RAFFLE TICKETS! ⏰

Don’t miss your chance to grab raffle tickets at the pre-sale early discount rate for the Ocean Springs Education Foundation!

🎟️ Online sales close TODAY at NOON — once the clock hits 12, the discounted rate is gone.

Lock in your tickets now, support our local schools, and get in on the excitement before it’s too late.

👉 Purchase here before noon: www.OSEducationFoundation.com

04/16/2026

THANK YOU to these rockstar businesses and individuals for sponsoring tomorrow night's CRAWFISH & CO****LE event! We appreciate your support of Ocean Springs public schools!!

04/15/2026

Are you ready to show off your co****le skills?!

Join us for the Crawfish & Co****le Tournament THIS Friday, where friendly competition meets a great cause!🦞

Winning team receives a $200 OSEF grant for a teacher of YOUR choice AND year-long bragging rights!

Entry is $35 - Complete the form here: https://www.oseducationfoundation.com/co****le-signup

Let's toss some bags ad support our teachers!🍎