Sarasota County Schools

🚀 STEM Sail Summer Learning Camp! 🚀 📅 Save the Date: The SCS STEM Sail Summer Learning Camp is happening from June 3rd to 28th! Registration is now open for incoming 7th-10th grade SCS students! Embark on a unique journey with Sarasota County Schools' 2024 STEM SAIL Camp, where students immerse themselves in thrilling hands-on STEM adventures! 🌟 This one-of-a-kind camp runs Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 1 pm and Fridays from 8 am to 4:30 pm at both north and south county locations. We've got you covered with transportation and meals! And that's not all-Fridays are extra special with Busch Gardens field trips and a Free Busch Gardens Fun Pass! 🎢 Don't miss out! Register before May 10th Learn more: https://youtu.be/CMvQqFfT7E0?si=dh8rxHmUNbTJdKgy. Register: https://bit.ly/4d9Saxs Questions? Contact Dr. Sarah Burkett at sarah.burkett@sarasotacountyschools.net

🚌🎉 All aboard the gratitude bus! It's time to give a huge shoutout to our fantastic school bus drivers on School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! From navigating through Sarasota County traffic to handling those "Are we there yet?" moments, they're the driving force behind our students' safe journeys. 🚦👏 Let's show them some love for keeping the wheels on the bus going round and round with smiles and patience! 🌟

Next Saturday, April 27th, there is a FREE community Baby Shower at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex. Expecting parents and families with children up to age 3 are welcome to join in the fun! Don't miss out on exciting raffles and prizes! 🎉👶

🎉 NEXT WEEK! 🎉 Starting kindergarten in August 2024? This party is for you! Kickstart your child’s kindergarten excitement with dinner, dancing and fun. We are teaming up with The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County again to host two FREE parties for all incoming public and charter kindergartners and their families. Tuesday, April 23 Suncoast Technical College - North Port 5:30-7:30 pm Campus Conference Center ———————— Thursday, April 25 Suncoast Technical College - Sarasota 5:30-7:30 pm Campus Conference Center No reservations are required and the events will happen rain or shine. We invite both those who know everything about your child’s new elementary school and those who know nothing about it. Do you still need to find your district school? There will be staff available to assist! This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with Sarasota County School leaders, meet kindergarten teachers, and get your questions answered. The best part is that your whole family will have a great time doing it.

Congratulations to the Sarasota County Academic Olympics All Star Team for their outstanding performance at the State Commissioner's Academic Challenge, securing second place in Division 2! Led by Prabhav Govindu (10) from Pine View School for the Gifted, the team, including Kevyn Dufresne (12) from North Port High School, Alexander Pongo (11) from Riverview High School - Sarasota, Florida, Zola Gutierrez (12) from Booker High School, Spencer Treadway (10) from Pine View School, and Alyssa Rozenblat (12) from Venice High School, showcased unwavering dedication and hard work in preparation for the competition. Competing against 32 other school districts statewide, their exceptional teamwork and talent shone through, earning them a well-deserved spot on the podium. But the accolades don't end there! Prabhav Govindu's stellar performance also earned him a coveted spot on Team Florida, a remarkable achievement shared by only six students across all three divisions. Prabhav's dedication and talent were further honored with a $1,000 college scholarship. We are incredibly proud of our student's achievements and look forward to their continued success! 🏆🌟

2024 Registration is open! ⭐ Use the NEW Focus Portal to register. ⭐ No Snap codes are needed. scs.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus

The Sarasota County Clerk and Comptroller is hosting their annual driver’s license reinstatement event – Operation Green Light – which helps thousands of customers save on overdue traffic tickets and fines and helps many get their driver’s license restored to get back on the road. Visit online at www.SarasotaClerk.com/OperationGreenLight or call 941.861.7400 – Traffic and Fines Department.

Calling all families with Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students! 📢 Join us for two valuable parent learning sessions focused on effective behavior strategies and literacy goals tailored for your child's unique needs.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at our in-person Job Fair hosted by the SCS Recruitment team! Discover exciting opportunities for Instruction and Non-Instructional positions for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. 📚🍎 Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 23rd, from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Carlisle Inn. Don't miss out—register now: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/caFHMvL0Ga. Have questions? Email recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net. See you there!

Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day is April 25! Ask your child's teacher for the Absence Form.

🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of the SCS In Tune Podcast! 🎧 Join us as we delve into the District's switch to the new Student Information System Portal, Focus, and its impact on parent registration. Our guest, Joe Binswanger, Director of IT for Sarasota County Schools, shares insights on registration timelines, required information, and the benefits of the new portal. Don't miss out on this informative discussion, now streaming on YouTube, Apple Podcast, and Spotify!

✨ We are celebrating the grand unveiling of Booker High School's stunning Visual & Performing Arts Center! 🎭 This state-of-the-art facility promises to be a hub of creativity and inspiration for our talented students. Huge thank you to all who made this dream a reality! 💜

🚀 Kickoff your child’s kindergarten excitement with dinner, DJ + dancing and delightful fun!! ✨ For #SuncoastRemakeDays, we’re partnering with Sarasota County Schools to host FREE parties for incoming kindergartners entering a public or charter school in the fall!

🍎 It's Teacher Tuesday! This is Mrs. Hall, a K-1 grade ASD teacher at Lamarque Elementary School! 🏫 Her teaching journey was inspired by her oldest son, Preston, who is high-functioning autistic. Through their experiences and the support of wonderful professionals, Mrs. Hall realized her calling to give back and support other children and families, making a career change to pursue education. Preston is her "why" and her guiding light. 😊 In the classroom, Mrs. Hall's love for math shines through. She finds joy in problem-solving and the satisfaction of finding definitive answers to every problem. 🧮 Beyond teaching, she's a culinary wizard who finds therapy in cooking for her family. Mrs. Hall shares her love with her husband Mark, youngest son Parker, and 10-year-old Siberian husky, Zoey. Zoey isn't just a pet; she's a cherished member of the family. 🐾 Reflecting on her journey, Mrs. Hall holds onto the wisdom passed down from her mom - "everything happens for a reason." This mantra guided her through the challenges of seeking a diagnosis for Preston. It ultimately led her to a fulfilling career in education, where she can make a meaningful difference in the lives of her students and their families. 💖 #TeacherTuesday

We are hosting the 5th Annual Virtual Instructional Job Fair to hire talented teachers!! This free event will allow our schools to connect with future teachers and find the best fit for their school community. The event is self-paced, so teaching applicants can log on to build an online profile between April 8th- April 19th, 2024. Use this link to register: https://nowhiring.sarasotacountyschools.site.