What an incredible first day across Sarasota County Schools! 📚✨
It was wonderful to see our campuses filled with smiling students, familiar faces, and plenty of excitement for the year ahead.
Thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes and welcomed our students back with such care. Most importantly, welcome back, students! We are so happy you’re here.
Here’s to a great 2026-2027 school year! ❤️
https://youtu.be/GL7CZujMzww
It was wonderful to see our campuses filled with smiling students, familiar faces, and plenty of excitement for the year ahead.
Thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes and welcomed our students back with such care. Most importantly, welcome back, students! We are so happy you’re here.
Here’s to a great 2026-2027 school year! ❤️
https://youtu.be/GL7CZujMzww
Help Our Teachers Start the School Year Strong! 🎒
A new school year is almost here, and you can make a difference for Sarasota County Schools teachers and students!
Join us for A Day of Giving on Thursday, August 6, hosted by Carl Reynolds Law, ABC 7, and Sarasota County Schools. From 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., donate school supplies or make a monetary contribution to help stock local classrooms before the first day of school.
📍 Sarasota: 3030 S. Tamiami Trail
📍 Venice: 389 Commercial Court, Suite C
📝 Most-needed items include:
🎒 Backpacks
✏️ #2 pencils
📓 Composition notebooks
🖍️ Crayons & colored pencils
📄 Loose-leaf paper
🖊️ Dry-erase markers
🧴 Hand sanitizer
🧻 Tissues
Every donation (big or small) helps provide our teachers and students with the supplies they need for a successful school year. Thank you for supporting Sarasota County Schools! 💙🍎
A new school year is almost here, and you can make a difference for Sarasota County Schools teachers and students!
Join us for A Day of Giving on Thursday, August 6, hosted by Carl Reynolds Law, ABC 7, and Sarasota County Schools. From 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., donate school supplies or make a monetary contribution to help stock local classrooms before the first day of school.
📍 Sarasota: 3030 S. Tamiami Trail
📍 Venice: 389 Commercial Court, Suite C
📝 Most-needed items include:
🎒 Backpacks
✏️ #2 pencils
📓 Composition notebooks
🖍️ Crayons & colored pencils
📄 Loose-leaf paper
🖊️ Dry-erase markers
🧴 Hand sanitizer
🧻 Tissues
Every donation (big or small) helps provide our teachers and students with the supplies they need for a successful school year. Thank you for supporting Sarasota County Schools! 💙🍎
The first day of school is almost here!
The August edition of SCS In Touch is packed with everything families need for a successful start to the 2026-2027 school year, including:
📚 Back-to-School Guide
🚌 Transportation reminders
🏫 Wellen Park High School Ribbon Cutting
⭐ Featured schools: Pine View School for the Gifted & Tatum Ridge Elementary
🏈 Important athletics updates
🎓 Summer Graduation celebration
❤️ Ways to support local students and teachers
Read the latest edition today and stay connected with everything happening across Sarasota County Schools!
🔗 https://bit.ly/August2026InTouch
The August edition of SCS In Touch is packed with everything families need for a successful start to the 2026-2027 school year, including:
📚 Back-to-School Guide
🚌 Transportation reminders
🏫 Wellen Park High School Ribbon Cutting
⭐ Featured schools: Pine View School for the Gifted & Tatum Ridge Elementary
🏈 Important athletics updates
🎓 Summer Graduation celebration
❤️ Ways to support local students and teachers
Read the latest edition today and stay connected with everything happening across Sarasota County Schools!
🔗 https://bit.ly/August2026InTouch
Help Our Teachers Start the School Year Strong! 🎒
A new school year is almost here, and you can make a difference for Sarasota County Schools teachers and students!
Join us for A Day of Giving on Thursday, August 6, hosted by Carl Reynolds Law, ABC 7, and Sarasota County Schools. From 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., donate school supplies or make a monetary contribution to help stock local classrooms before the first day of school.
📍 Sarasota: 3030 S. Tamiami Trail
📍 Venice: 389 Commercial Court, Suite C
📝 Most-needed items include:
🎒 Backpacks
✏️ #2 pencils
📓 Composition notebooks
🖍️ Crayons & colored pencils
📄 Loose-leaf paper
🖊️ Dry-erase markers
🧴 Hand sanitizer
🧻 Tissues
Every donation (big or small) helps provide our teachers and students with the supplies they need for a successful school year. Thank you for supporting Sarasota County Schools! 💙🍎
A new school year is almost here, and you can make a difference for Sarasota County Schools teachers and students!
Join us for A Day of Giving on Thursday, August 6, hosted by Carl Reynolds Law, ABC 7, and Sarasota County Schools. From 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., donate school supplies or make a monetary contribution to help stock local classrooms before the first day of school.
📍 Sarasota: 3030 S. Tamiami Trail
📍 Venice: 389 Commercial Court, Suite C
📝 Most-needed items include:
🎒 Backpacks
✏️ #2 pencils
📓 Composition notebooks
🖍️ Crayons & colored pencils
📄 Loose-leaf paper
🖊️ Dry-erase markers
🧴 Hand sanitizer
🧻 Tissues
Every donation (big or small) helps provide our teachers and students with the supplies they need for a successful school year. Thank you for supporting Sarasota County Schools! 💙🍎
🎒 Give your child a strong start with Sarasota County Schools' Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program.
Limited VPK openings are currently available at:
📍 Emma E. Booker Elementary
📍 Gocio Elementary
📍 Tuttle Elementary
Enrollment is available on a first come, first served basis, and classrooms are expected to fill quickly. If you have already received your VPK Certificate of Eligibility, complete your enrollment today through the Focus Parent Portal.
Don't wait. Once classrooms reach capacity, additional students cannot be enrolled.
Learn more at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/article/3034553.
❄️ NOW HIRING HARV TECHNICIANS
Looking for a career where your skills make a difference every day?
Join the Sarasota County Schools Facilities team and help maintain the buildings where more than 44,000 students learn, grow, and prepare for the future. From classrooms and cafeterias to gyms and administrative buildings, HARV Technicians play a vital role in keeping our schools safe, comfortable, and operating efficiently year-round.
Why join Sarasota County Schools?
✅ Full-time, 12-month position
✅ Paid medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance for full-time employees
✅ Opportunities for professional growth
✅ Meaningful work serving students and the community
Qualified candidates must have either:
• Two years of HARV schooling and five years of experience, or
• Seven years of verifiable HARV experience.
Interested? Complete our HARV Technician Interest Form, and a member of our Facilities team will contact you to answer your questions and discuss the next steps.
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCSHARVTechInterestForm
Looking for a career where your skills make a difference every day?
Join the Sarasota County Schools Facilities team and help maintain the buildings where more than 44,000 students learn, grow, and prepare for the future. From classrooms and cafeterias to gyms and administrative buildings, HARV Technicians play a vital role in keeping our schools safe, comfortable, and operating efficiently year-round.
Why join Sarasota County Schools?
✅ Full-time, 12-month position
✅ Paid medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance for full-time employees
✅ Opportunities for professional growth
✅ Meaningful work serving students and the community
Qualified candidates must have either:
• Two years of HARV schooling and five years of experience, or
• Seven years of verifiable HARV experience.
Interested? Complete our HARV Technician Interest Form, and a member of our Facilities team will contact you to answer your questions and discuss the next steps.
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCSHARVTechInterestForm
🚌 NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS
Looking for a rewarding career with a schedule that follows the school year?
Join the Sarasota County Schools Transportation Department and help make a difference in the lives of students every day. School bus drivers are often the first smiling face students see each morning and the last to wish them well each afternoon, playing an essential role in helping students arrive safely and ready to learn.
👉 Complete the Bus Driver Interest Form today: bit.ly/SCSBusDriverInterestForm
Why drive with Sarasota County Schools?
✅ Paid CDL training
✅ 186-day (10-month) schedule
✅ Paid medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance for full-time employees
✅ Opportunities for professional growth
No CDL? No problem! We'll provide the paid training you need to get started.
Ready to take the first step? Complete our Bus Driver Interest Form, and a member of our Transportation team will contact you to answer your questions and guide you through the hiring process.
📚 Back-to-school starts here!
The July edition of In Touch is now available and it's packed with everything families need for the 2026-2027 school year.
👉 https://bit.ly/July2026InTouch
This special edition includes our comprehensive Back-to-School Guide featuring:
🚌 Transportation registration and My Ride K-12
📱 Mobile apps and technology
🏫 School start times and attendance zones
🍎 Meals and health information
🛡️ School safety resources
🏈 Athletics updates
…and much more!
You'll also find stories celebrating our 23rd consecutive A district grade, legislative updates, new K-8 schools, and the latest district news.
The July edition of In Touch is now available and it's packed with everything families need for the 2026-2027 school year.
👉 https://bit.ly/July2026InTouch
This special edition includes our comprehensive Back-to-School Guide featuring:
🚌 Transportation registration and My Ride K-12
📱 Mobile apps and technology
🏫 School start times and attendance zones
🍎 Meals and health information
🛡️ School safety resources
🏈 Athletics updates
…and much more!
You'll also find stories celebrating our 23rd consecutive A district grade, legislative updates, new K-8 schools, and the latest district news.
It's official... HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE! 👏
Congratulations to Emma E. Booker Elementary School and Booker Middle School on earning an A school grade for the first time since Florida's school grading system began!
These milestone moments are the result of years of hard work, strong leadership, and a school community that never stopped believing in what's possible.
Even more impressive:
✨ Emma E Booker Elementary jumped 75 points to earn its first-ever A school grade!
✨ Booker Middle School gained 59 points to earn its first-ever A school grade and helped make history as every district-managed middle school earned an A this year!
Congratulations to the students, teachers, staff, families, and school leaders who made this incredible achievement possible. We couldn't be prouder!
Congratulations to Emma E. Booker Elementary School and Booker Middle School on earning an A school grade for the first time since Florida's school grading system began!
These milestone moments are the result of years of hard work, strong leadership, and a school community that never stopped believing in what's possible.
Even more impressive:
✨ Emma E Booker Elementary jumped 75 points to earn its first-ever A school grade!
✨ Booker Middle School gained 59 points to earn its first-ever A school grade and helped make history as every district-managed middle school earned an A this year!
Congratulations to the students, teachers, staff, families, and school leaders who made this incredible achievement possible. We couldn't be prouder!
MIDDLE SCHOOL CLEAN SWEEP! 🏆
For the first time, every district-managed middle school in Sarasota County Schools earned an A school grade from the Florida Department of Education!
This didn't happen by chance. It's the result of incredible students, dedicated educators, supportive families, and school communities that never stop striving for excellence. 🥳
Congratulations to:
🌟 Booker Middle School
🌟 Brookside Middle School (Gulf Coast Academy of Innovation & Technology)
🌟 Heron Creek Middle School
🌟 McIntosh Middle School
🌟 Sarasota Middle School
🌟 Venice Middle School
🌟 Woodland Middle School
What an incredible accomplishment. Congratulations to everyone who made this possible!
For the first time, every district-managed middle school in Sarasota County Schools earned an A school grade from the Florida Department of Education!
This didn't happen by chance. It's the result of incredible students, dedicated educators, supportive families, and school communities that never stop striving for excellence. 🥳
Congratulations to:
🌟 Booker Middle School
🌟 Brookside Middle School (Gulf Coast Academy of Innovation & Technology)
🌟 Heron Creek Middle School
🌟 McIntosh Middle School
🌟 Sarasota Middle School
🌟 Venice Middle School
🌟 Woodland Middle School
What an incredible accomplishment. Congratulations to everyone who made this possible!
BIG NEWS! 🎉 Today, we're celebrating a milestone 23 years in the making!
Sarasota County Schools has once again earned an A district grade from the Florida Department of Education, extending our streak to 23 consecutive years as an A-rated district! 🎉
There is a lot more to celebrate this year:
⭐ 100% of district-managed schools earned an A or B
⭐ 100% of district-managed middle schools earned an A
⭐ 14 district-managed schools improved by at least one letter grade
⭐ No district-managed school dropped a letter grade
⭐ District accountability score increased by 32 points
These achievements are a testament to the dedication of our students, teachers, staff, school leaders, families, and community. Congratulations! 👏
Sarasota County Schools has once again earned an A district grade from the Florida Department of Education, extending our streak to 23 consecutive years as an A-rated district! 🎉
There is a lot more to celebrate this year:
⭐ 100% of district-managed schools earned an A or B
⭐ 100% of district-managed middle schools earned an A
⭐ 14 district-managed schools improved by at least one letter grade
⭐ No district-managed school dropped a letter grade
⭐ District accountability score increased by 32 points
These achievements are a testament to the dedication of our students, teachers, staff, school leaders, families, and community. Congratulations! 👏
🚌 School bus families, this one's for you!
Sarasota County Schools is transitioning to the My Ride K-12 app for the 2026-2027 school year. (Goodbye, Where's The Bus!) Download the app, create your account, and connect your student before the first day of school to access bus assignments, stop locations, pickup and drop-off times, and important transportation updates.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MXdjIiODZ_g
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Register for transportation by July 27 to guarantee a bus assignment for the first day of school.
Questions about transportation? Please contact the Sarasota County Schools Transportation Department.
Sarasota County Schools is transitioning to the My Ride K-12 app for the 2026-2027 school year. (Goodbye, Where's The Bus!) Download the app, create your account, and connect your student before the first day of school to access bus assignments, stop locations, pickup and drop-off times, and important transportation updates.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MXdjIiODZ_g
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Register for transportation by July 27 to guarantee a bus assignment for the first day of school.
Questions about transportation? Please contact the Sarasota County Schools Transportation Department.
🏫 One Campus. One Community. Endless Opportunities.
Sarasota County Schools is expanding K-8 opportunities for families, creating a seamless educational experience from elementary through middle school.
Benefits of a K-8 school include:
✅ Fewer school transitions
✅ Stronger relationships with teachers and staff
✅ Increased leadership opportunities for older students
✅ A consistent school community for families
✅ Access to middle school academics and activities in a smaller school environment
Learn more about our K-8 schools and discover whether this innovative model is right for your family.
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCSk8s
Sarasota County Schools is expanding K-8 opportunities for families, creating a seamless educational experience from elementary through middle school.
Benefits of a K-8 school include:
✅ Fewer school transitions
✅ Stronger relationships with teachers and staff
✅ Increased leadership opportunities for older students
✅ A consistent school community for families
✅ Access to middle school academics and activities in a smaller school environment
Learn more about our K-8 schools and discover whether this innovative model is right for your family.
🔗 https://bit.ly/SCSk8s
💥 Special Offer for SCS staff, families, and friends!
Get ready for Monster Jam Freestyle Mania at Benchmark International Arena, August 14 & 15! Experience jaw-dropping tricks, high-flying stunts, and nonstop action from your favorite Monster Jam trucks and athletes.
When you purchase tickets through the SCS link, a portion of each ticket will be donated back to Sarasota County Schools. 🙌
Grab your tickets today and share with family and friends!
🎟️ https://www.gofevo.com/group/SarasotaTicketOffer
Get ready for Monster Jam Freestyle Mania at Benchmark International Arena, August 14 & 15! Experience jaw-dropping tricks, high-flying stunts, and nonstop action from your favorite Monster Jam trucks and athletes.
When you purchase tickets through the SCS link, a portion of each ticket will be donated back to Sarasota County Schools. 🙌
Grab your tickets today and share with family and friends!
🎟️ https://www.gofevo.com/group/SarasotaTicketOffer
🚌 School bus families, this one's for you!
Sarasota County Schools is transitioning to the My Ride K-12 app for the 2026-2027 school year. (Goodbye, Where's The Bus!) Download the app, create your account, and connect your student before the first day of school to access bus assignments, stop locations, pickup and drop-off times, and important transportation updates.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Register for transportation by July 27 to guarantee a bus assignment for the first day of school.
Questions about transportation? Please contact the Sarasota County Schools Transportation Department.
https://youtube.com/shorts/MXdjIiODZ_g?si=f-7HlGHjQ66LWSpm
Sarasota County Schools is transitioning to the My Ride K-12 app for the 2026-2027 school year. (Goodbye, Where's The Bus!) Download the app, create your account, and connect your student before the first day of school to access bus assignments, stop locations, pickup and drop-off times, and important transportation updates.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Register for transportation by July 27 to guarantee a bus assignment for the first day of school.
Questions about transportation? Please contact the Sarasota County Schools Transportation Department.
https://youtube.com/shorts/MXdjIiODZ_g?si=f-7HlGHjQ66LWSpm
WE'RE HIRING a Delivery Clerk/Warehouse team member to help keep Sarasota County Schools running smoothly behind the scenes. 🚚📕
In this important role, you'll receive and organize inventory, deliver materials to schools and district departments, operate warehouse equipment, and help maintain an efficient and safe warehouse environment.
This is a full-time, 12-month position, and a valid Florida CDL Class B license is preferred.
If you're dependable, safety-minded, and enjoy hands-on work in a team environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today: https://www.sarasota.k12.fl.us/jobs/Jobpost.exe
Posting #20270195
The June edition of In Touch is here. ☀️
Inside this month's issue, you'll find graduation highlights from across SCS, summer learning resources, transportation updates, finalized school start times for 2026-2027, volunteer recognitions, student and staff spotlights, and more.
Plus, learn about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's visit to Emma E. Booker Elementary, celebrate our retirees, and explore a new kindergarten readiness resource for families.
https://bit.ly/June2026InTouch
Inside this month's issue, you'll find graduation highlights from across SCS, summer learning resources, transportation updates, finalized school start times for 2026-2027, volunteer recognitions, student and staff spotlights, and more.
Plus, learn about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's visit to Emma E. Booker Elementary, celebrate our retirees, and explore a new kindergarten readiness resource for families.
https://bit.ly/June2026InTouch
As another school year comes to a close, we want to thank our students, staff, families, and community for the moments, memories, challenges, and accomplishments that shaped this year across Sarasota County Schools. 💚📚
From the classroom to the stage, the field, the bus loop, and everywhere in between, this year was filled with learning, growth, resilience, and connections that made a difference.
Thank you to everyone who played a role in supporting students and helping our schools move forward each day. We wish all of our students, staff, and families a safe, restful, and well-deserved summer. ☀️
https://youtube.com/shorts/lmgwWgBmjYI
From the classroom to the stage, the field, the bus loop, and everywhere in between, this year was filled with learning, growth, resilience, and connections that made a difference.
Thank you to everyone who played a role in supporting students and helping our schools move forward each day. We wish all of our students, staff, and families a safe, restful, and well-deserved summer. ☀️
https://youtube.com/shorts/lmgwWgBmjYI
NOW HIRING SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS 🚔
The Sarasota County Schools Police Department is looking for certified law enforcement officers who are passionate about school safety, mentorship, and community service.
School Resource Officers play an important role in building positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the community while helping maintain safe learning environments across Sarasota County Schools.
Why join SCSPD?
• 10-month position
• Holidays & weekends off
• 100% paid employee medical, dental & vision insurance
• Overtime opportunities
• State retirement benefits
• Additional incentives for prior law enforcement experience
Sarasota County Schools is an A-rated district where more than 95% of district-managed schools have earned an “A” or “B” grade.
Eligible candidates may also qualify for the $5,000 Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Program.
Apply today by sending your resume to recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net.
Learn more: https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/jobs
The Sarasota County Schools Police Department is looking for certified law enforcement officers who are passionate about school safety, mentorship, and community service.
School Resource Officers play an important role in building positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the community while helping maintain safe learning environments across Sarasota County Schools.
Why join SCSPD?
• 10-month position
• Holidays & weekends off
• 100% paid employee medical, dental & vision insurance
• Overtime opportunities
• State retirement benefits
• Additional incentives for prior law enforcement experience
Sarasota County Schools is an A-rated district where more than 95% of district-managed schools have earned an “A” or “B” grade.
Eligible candidates may also qualify for the $5,000 Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Program.
Apply today by sending your resume to recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net.
Learn more: https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/jobs
FREE summer meals are available for children across Sarasota County. ☀️
In the latest episode of the SCS “In Tune!” Podcast, district leaders and community partners, including All Faiths Food Bank and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties, discuss the Summer Feeding Program, including where families can access meals, how the program works, and why these services are so important for student wellness and success.
The episode also highlights the strong partnerships helping ensure students stay healthy, supported, and ready to succeed all summer long. 🍎
Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Also available in Spanish and Russian.
YouTube 👉 youtu.be/Eq2uQ9NaUc4
In the latest episode of the SCS “In Tune!” Podcast, district leaders and community partners, including All Faiths Food Bank and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties, discuss the Summer Feeding Program, including where families can access meals, how the program works, and why these services are so important for student wellness and success.
The episode also highlights the strong partnerships helping ensure students stay healthy, supported, and ready to succeed all summer long. 🍎
Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Also available in Spanish and Russian.
YouTube 👉 youtu.be/Eq2uQ9NaUc4
