🎒📅 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🏫✨ Every day counts when it comes to student success. Regular attendance helps students build good habits, stay on track with learning, and achieve their full potential. See you on Monday!
🎓 Ready to explore your future? Join us at SCS College Night 2024 on September 24th from 6-8 PM at Robarts Arena! 🌟 Meet representatives from over 70 colleges, universities, technical schools, military organizations, and community groups—and the list keeps growing! Whether you're aiming for a local college, dreaming big with schools nationwide, or ready to jumpstart your career, this is your chance to get inspired and plan your next steps. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! 📚✨
Welcome back for a Special Episode of the SCS In Tune Podcast. Our host for this episode is SCS Superintendent Terry Connor. Superintendent Connor will be interviewing or Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Sara Dan, and will be discussing the changes to School Menu prices and other important topics surrounding meal provision for our students. https://youtu.be/TVL65_oyiY4?si=SK8PP2uemCMnrpbY
Registration is now open for Fall 2024 at Adult & Community Enrichment (ACE)! With over 400 classes available from September 30 to December 14, there’s something for everyone. Patron registration begins on September 3, offering early access and a free class each term. Open registration for all starts September 9—sign up online, by phone, or in person. Explore the full schedule and discover your next passion by checking out the Fall 2024 catalog (https://bit.ly/3XeXOXV) and visit ace-sarasota.com for more information. Don’t miss your chance to join us this fall!
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!
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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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.
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.
