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We are so excited for you to begin your journey to graduation from Sarasota High School! SHS is the first and finest comprehensive high school in Sarasota County. Our school community has a deep and rich history in Sarasota and you are about to become a member of the Sailor Nation!
In order to help your transition to Sarasota High School, our amazing staff has created an ENGAGING, EDUCATIONAL, and INFORMATIVE experience for you! Our Welcome Aboard event will allow you to:- get to know other incoming 9th graders
- Getting to know our staff
- Learning about the culture and expectations of SHS
- understand the importance of your high school pathway to graduation
- Developing study skills and employability skills
- learn about the academic support available to you
- Explore athletics, clubs, student organizations
- Tour the campus to find your classes
- Sign-up for the Student Portal and the BAND App
- LUNCH will be provided
At SHS, we are Anchored in RESPECT, RELIABILITY, RESPONSIBILITY, and RESILIENCE.
ONCE A SAILOR, ALWAYS A SAILOR!!Scan the QR code or click this LINK to register.
Upcoming Events
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Today
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #2
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Tomorrow
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #2 (Continued)
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Monday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Middle School-Meeting #2
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9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Special Work Session
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Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Elementary-Meeting #2
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June 14, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #2
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9:30 AM - 3:00 PM Board Meeting-Superintendent Decision Day!
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June 15, 2023
8:00 AM Last Day for 220 Staff
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June 19, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption Middle School-Meeting #2
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June 20, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #2
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM School Board Work Session (Time TBD)
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM School Board Meeting
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June 21, 2023
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #3
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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #3
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June 22, 2023
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #3
Welcome to Sarasota High

Phone: (941) 955-0181
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Mr. David Jones, Principal
Welcome to Sarasota High School, proud home of the Sailors. Thank you for taking the time to explore our website! We offer the most comprehensive high school experience of any school in southwest Florida!
This is a bold statement! Please continue reading and exploring so that you understand why we can state this with such confidence! Whether you are a current student or the parent of a prospective high school student, we want you to know that we are very proud of our school, our traditions, and our numerous accomplishments.
Every year of high school is precious, and we want our students to maximize the many opportunities offered at Sarasota High School. We believe that each student is special, and we strive to find the best ways to tailor the experience to the individual student. We encourage our students to get involved in the life of our school and the greater SHS community. Most of our students are involved in activities and clubs, athletics, volunteer work, or leadership. Our students are multi-talented, and we are committed to helping them become well-rounded citizens. Our ultimate goal is to encourage every student to be involved in at least one extra-curricular activity.
Wishing you an outstanding school year! Please call us if we can assist with your child’s success at Sarasota High School. Go Sailors!
David Jones
Principal
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Sarasota High Announcements
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SAILOR SHORTS
Sailors! Tune into Sailor Shorts for a new way to hear announcements!! These are quick brief announcements that are mostly important for parents and students. Subscribe to our channel to be notified every time a new announcement is posted!
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SHS Tutoring and ACT/SAT Prep
Attention Sailors! We are now offering tutoring services for our students. Each of the core content areas (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) are covered. We are also providing ACT/SAT Prep sessions for the Reading and Math sections. Please take advantage of this awesome, free opportunity to help improve your grades and test scores!
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Literacy Week
We are excited to announce that Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! is next week, January 25th-29th. Please find attached our list of activities to celebrate literacy!
District News & Announcements
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Important Updates: Sarasota County Superintendent Search
Sarasota County, FL, June 5, 2023 – During its Special Work Session on Monday, June 5 at 9:30 AM, the School Board of Sarasota County made the following determinations about its Superintendent Search.
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Join Our Team!
You are invited to attend a Job Fair on Tuesday, June 13, from 10-1 PM at Suncoast Technical College - North Port campus to learn about a variety of career opportunities available throughout Sarasota Schools.
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Summer Aide Opportunities!
SCS employees and substitutes have the opportunity to work in an aide capacity over the summer. (Apply to be a substitute today!)