Congratulations to our SCS Cares of the Month - Dani Stout, Elainna Coleman, Shenie Steiner, Sophia Tison and Gwen Booher! Learn more at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/scscares
The Riverview High School Girls Swim Team made waves at the Swimming World Mythical National Championship, finishing 3rd overall in the nation! 🌟 The Rams also shattered the FHSAA record in the 200 Medley relay! Congratulations to all the swimmers and coaches on this outstanding achievement! 🏊♀️👏
All schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing holiday weekend!
View the school calendar here: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/calendar.
We’re hosting a virtual job fair on September 4th from 10 AM to 1 PM to explore the district’s paraprofessional opportunities. Register now at scsvirtualevent.easyvirtualfair.com and log in during the event to chat with a recruiter and learn about available roles, benefits, and more! Don’t miss this chance to start your next career, making a difference in your community.
🎨 Congratulations to Mrs. DuBois from North Port High School for being named the Florida Art Educator of the Year! We are incredibly proud to have her representing our district and making such a positive impact on arts education. Congratulations!
🏈🍂 SCS Fall sports have kicked off! Excitement is in the air as our student-athletes hit the field and court. Good luck!
As we kick off the new school year, here are three steps to keep you informed and engaged in your child's education. First, download the Focus Portal App to check grades, attendance, transportation details, and more. Second, download the Sarasota County Schools App to get the latest news, updates, and notifications. Finally, sign up for Rooms to easily communicate with teachers and school staff. We’ve put together a handy step-by-step guide to help you get started: English - https://5il.co/2uanp and Spanish - https://5il.co/2ufxe.
Join us for a Referendum Community Forum on Thursday, August 29th, from 6-7 PM at Venice High School's Performing Arts Center. This event offers an opportunity to learn more about the upcoming referendum and its impact on our schools and community. Attendees can expect an informative presentation, followed by a Q&A session. Take advantage of this chance to stay informed and have your questions answered. We look forward to seeing you there!
Learn more about the Millage Referendum for Sarasota County Schools at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum.
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Superintendent Connor rolls up his sleeves and joins the custodial team at Lakeview Elementary for a day of playground maintenance, window washing, furniture moving, and more! 🛠️ In this episode of Trading Spaces, see how SCS custodians prepare for the start of the school year and experience firsthand the essential work that keeps our schools running smoothly. youtu.be/xTdNStZYqYA
Mark your calendars for August 17th and 18th because Monster Jam is coming to Amalie Arena! Enjoy the thrill and excitement of this special event inside the comfort of the cool AC. Tickets start at just $22 for SCS families and staff! 💥 Purchase tickets at: fevo-enterprise.com/group/MonsterJamSarasotaCounty
Yesterday was a blast as we kicked off the new school year in Sarasota County! Superintendent Connor spent the day cheering on bus drivers, visiting different schools, and chatting with students and staff about the excitement of the first day. We look forward to a fantastic year ahead where we engage, empower, and elevate every student every day. 🚀📚 https://youtu.be/0H0tbWlaNVk
It's the first day of school!!! We are so excited to welcome back our students! 🎉 New beginnings, new friendships, lots of knowledge, and endless possibilities await. Happy first day of school! 📚🤓
Rooms invitations are going out today (Friday, August 2)! Please check your email for instructions. You must have the new SCS Mobile App downloaded!
Join us for our latest episode of the SCS In Tune podcast. In this episode, Superintendent Connor discusses his first year in Sarasota County Schools, shares updates on the recently released school and district grades from the Florida DOE, background on the upcoming Millage Referendum, and information on back to school for the 2024-25 school year. Stream today! youtu.be/59CON6jwa_A
🚍 Bus route information will be available on the Focus Parent Portal starting today! Contact the Transportation Department at (941) 486-2141 if you do not see your child's transportation information added by August 1 or you need to register for transportation. The Transportation Department office hours the week of July 29th are Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm. Office hours the week of August 5 are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
We’re excited to announce the 2024 Day of Giving, sponsored by Carl Reynolds Law! 🎉 This special event is dedicated to supporting SCS students, families, and staff in our community by providing essential school supplies. 📚 Donations can be made at Carl Reynolds Law locations in Sarasota and Venice.
Free & Reduced Meal Applications for the 2024-25 school year are open! 🍎
Click here to get started: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/o/scs/page/free-reduced-benefits
Please note last year's benefits cover the first 30 days of the new school year.
Don’t miss out on the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, running now through August 11! 🎒✨ Qualifying items are exempt from sales tax. For details and a list of eligible items, visit floridarevenue.com/BacktoSchool.
📚✨ Exciting Updates for Sarasota County Schools! ✨📚
The first day of school is Monday, August 12th! To help you plan and prepare, we have launched a dedicated webpage with all the essential Back 2 School information: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/back2school.
Here are a few essential updates for guardians and students:
⭐New Communication Platform: Rooms - Launching on August 2nd via email and text, Rooms in the SCS mobile app streamlines communication between schools, teachers, staff, guardians, and students.
⭐ New SCS Mobile App - Now includes meal menus, calendars, Rooms, and more.
⭐ New Focus Family Portal App - Manage student schedules, attendance, grades, registration, and more.
⭐ Registration Info - Don't wait! Register for school!
⭐ Bus Route Information - Bus route information will be activated in the Focus Parent Portal the week of July 29th on the newly activated Transportation tab.
⭐ Back 2 School Guide—This year's Back 2 School Guide is packed with essential information on transportation, food & nutrition, student health, and more.
⭐ Back 2 School FAQ - Visit our FAQ section for common questions and answers.
All apps are available on the Apple Store or Google Play. We will be sharing additional back-to-school information over the next two weeks. We look forward to a fantastic school year ahead! 🎒✨
Do you want to make a difference working with students with special needs? Oak Park School is Sarasota County’s district center school, providing educational and therapeutic services to over 300 students with disabilities. They are seeking Classroom Paraprofessionals to support students with significant cognitive, behavioral, emotional, communication, medical, and physical limitations.
The position includes 100% employer-paid benefits and contributions to a retirement plan through the Florida Retirement System (FRS).
Please reach out to recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net for more information about this unique job opportunity!
