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!
The 2024 Olympics start today! We're sending our best wishes to Team USA and giving an extra cheer to our very own athletes from Sarasota County.
Emma Weyant, a former Riverview High and Sarasota Sharks swimmer, is competing for another Olympic medal in the women's 400-meter individual medley. Emma, who won silver in Tokyo 2020 with a time of 4:32.76, will swim on Monday, July 29, at 5 a.m., with the finals later that day at 2:30 p.m.
Mary Tucker, a former Sarasota Military Academy rifle shooter, is back after clinching silver in the Mixed Team Air Rifle event in Tokyo. Shooting qualifications are set for Sunday, July 28, at 3:15 a.m. The finals will follow on Monday, July 29, at 3:30 a.m.
Clark Dean, a Pine View School and Harvard graduate, returns to the Olympics after a fifth-place finish in the Men's 4 boat in Tokyo. This year, Clark will compete in the Men's 8+ boat. Heat 1 is on Monday, July 29, at 5:40 a.m., and Heat 2 is on Tuesday, July 30, at 5:50 a.m.
Jake Ilardi, a Venice High School graduate, competed in the first-ever men’s skateboarding event in Tokyo 2020, finishing 11th. Jake is back for another shot! The men's street preliminary event is on Saturday, July 27, at 6 a.m., with the finals later that day at 11 a.m.
P.S. - Every event will be streamed live on Peacock.
https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/arts-and-entertainment/2024/07/sarasota-bradenton-2024-olympic-athletes
https://www.yourobserver.com/news/2024/jul/24/sarasota-guide-paris-olympics/
"Residents of The Summit of Lakewood Ranch, students from Riverview High School and Vince Marino with Oyster Boys Conservation joined for a vertical oyster garden installation."
https://www.yourobserver.com/news/2024/jul/24/bayfront-park-oyster-gardens/
Sarasota County Schools has again received an "A" grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 21st consecutive year, demonstrating our commitment to academic excellence and continuous advancement!! 🎉🏆
Key Highlights
⭐ 95% of District-managed schools earn grades of "A" or "B," marking historic achievement
⭐ SCS' 3rd grade English Language Arts achievement ranks 2nd amongst all 67 Florida school districts
⭐ SCS ranks 5th amongst all 67 Florida school districts
⭐ Emma Booker Elementary improved from a "C" to "B"
⭐ Brookside Middle improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Woodland Middle improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Brentwood Elementary improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Heron Creek Middle improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Gocio Elementary improved from a "C" to “B”
⭐ Glenallen Elementary improved from a "C" to "B"
⭐ Tuttle Elementary improved from a "C" to "B"
⭐ Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (Charter) improved from a "D" to "C"
⭐ Island Village Montessori School (Charter) improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Sky Academy at Venice (Charter) improved from a "C" to "B"
These achievements showcase the dedication, hard work, and collaborative efforts of our students, educators, staff, and community members. THANK YOU, and CONGRATULATIONS!
Learn more: https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/article/1686574
Our SCS Administrative Assistants recently wrapped up an insightful day of professional development! 🌱 As the backbone of our district, their dedication and hard work keep everything running smoothly. Thank you for all you do; your excellence makes a difference! 🙌✨
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 air conditioning. Tickets start at just $22 for SCS families and staff! ❄
Get your tickets here: https://fevo-enterprise.com/group/MonsterJamSarasotaCounty.
SCS families and staff are invited to join the excitement of EPL Soccer when West Ham United takes on Crystal Place FC in the Stateside Cup at Raymond James Stadium on Saturday, August 3, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $30.
Purchase tickets at: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Localschool
Purchase Deadline: August 2, 6:00 PM EDT
For the 2024-2025 school year, SCS will undergo the Science Textbook Adoption process. If you are a parent or guardian interested in serving on the Science Committee, please visit the Instructional Materials website.
https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/page/textbook-adoptions
🌞 Exciting times at Brentwood Elementary's Summer Learning Academy! Our young learners are diving into a world of fun, curiosity, and discovery. A recent adventure? Blowing bubbles! 🌬️✨
We are excited for the first “Coffee with Connor” event on July 22nd at 8:30 AM! This event is a unique opportunity for community members to engage in informal conversations with the Superintendent and share their thoughts and ideas about our district. Plus, free coffee! ☕
🍏 Free Food Pickup Locations in Sarasota County! 🍏
No one should go hungry, and All Faiths Food Bank is here to help ensure everyone in our community can access nutritious food.
For more information and to find pickup locations, visit https://allfaithsfoodbank.org/foodfinder.
Spread the word, share this post, and let's ensure everyone knows where to find free food resources in our community.
REPORT CARDS are available for all students on the Family Access Portal! 📝
https://parentportal.sarasotacountyschools.net/
If you have any issues, please reach out to your child's school.
Register for school at: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/register.
THIRD GRADE report cards are available on the Family Access Portal. We hope to have all other grades finalized next week. Thank you!
https://parentportal.sarasotacountyschools.net/
Wishing everyone a joyful and safe 4th of July filled with celebration and pride!
REMINDER: Schools and district offices are closed starting Monday, July 1 and will reopen on Monday, July 8.
Please note that the SCS IT team will perform necessary network server maintenance today, Thursday, June 27th, from 5:00 to 11:00 PM. This will cause intermittent outages of web-based resources during this timeframe, including the school district’s website, email, MySCS, Schoology, Parent/Student Portal, Enrich, Gradebook, SIS, and Business Systems.
Shoutout to all the NPHS Bobcats putting in work over the summer! 💪📚
Join Us for Coffee with Connor!
We are excited to announce a new community event: Coffee with Connor. Superintendent Connor invites all community members to come together for an informal, conversational gathering over free coffee.
Event Details:
Date: July 22
Time: 8:30-10:00 AM
Location: Black Awning - 1960 Landings Blvd., Sarasota, FL. 34231
This community event is an excellent opportunity to connect with Superintendent Connor, share your thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about what's happening in our schools.
We look forward to seeing you there!
PRE-K SEATS AVAILABLE: Pre-K seats are available at Brentwood Elementary, Emma E. Booker Elementary, Toledo Blade Elementary and Wilkinson Elementary for the 2024-25 school year!
To participate in VPK, parents and families must have a VPK Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Early Learning Coalition or ELC for the current school year. To obtain a certificate, please visit the ELC website at https://earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.org/services/for-families/vpk or call (941) 954-4830. Once you have a VPK Certificate of Eligibility, please email the VPK Certificate to VPK@sarasotacountyschools.net or bring it to the District Pre-K Office at 1960 Landings Blvd. Sarasota Fl, 34231. You must also register for school on the Sarasota County School District website at https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/o/scs/page/new-registration.
Acceptance into the VPK program is limited due to space availability, so please apply now! Once enrollment has been met, families will be placed on a waitlist.
If you have additional questions about this program, contact Lona Sims, PreK Program Specialist for Instruction, VPK, at (941)927-9800 extension 31271.
Summer learning is in full swing at Gulf Gate Elementary! Students are diving into exciting educational activities and making the most of their summer break with fun and engaging lessons. From hands-on projects to interactive learning, we are learning new things all the time!🌞📚
