This is an exciting time for The World's Most Beautiful Beaches. Forecasted by CNN.com's Money Magazine as the top city for the fastest growth in the nation, Panama City Beach is undergoing unprecedented growth and development.
A new skyline of distinctive architecture fills the horizon, from classic seaside bungalows to sleek Caribbean-style resorts. New restaurants, museums, theaters, galleries and boutiques are arriving on the scene daily. Pier Park, the "New Downtown Panama City Beach," opened in early 2008.
The renovation of Front Beach Road will bring sidewalks, bike paths, tropical landscaping, a public trolley system and a fresh new look to the beach. The new Bay County International Airport, scheduled for completion in 2010, will open travel channels throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia, making Panama City Beach one of the most sought-after travel destinations in the world.
The quality of education is very important to families moving to a new city. The Bay District School System is committed to educational excellence, and is making great strides in becoming a national leader in education. In 2008, the Florida Department of Education ranked Bay District Schools in the top 25% of all public school districts in Florida, ranking 16th overall out of 67 districts in the state. Our district is serving approximately 28,500 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12.