The Bay County School District begins in late August and ends in early June.
Bus service is provided for all students living more than two miles from their school.
Enrollment requirements are that a child be five years of age by September 1 of the current school year for kindergarten. Proof of age, a physical and a medical statement that the child does not have any contagious or communicable disease along with immunization records will be required before enrollment. To inquire as to the location of the school in which your child should be enrolled contact the Superintendent's office at Bay County Schools, P O Drawer 820, Panama City, FL 32401. Operating since 1913, the Bay County School District has 18 elementary schools, seven middle schools and three high schools. The district also has an adult education center and offers excellent programs for exceptional children.