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District Serves as Summer Food Resource for Families in Need
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 17, 2019 – Sadly, hunger and food insecurity are year-round concerns in our community. That need is most intensely felt during the summer months by the children and families who depend on school breakfasts, lunches and snacks when school is usually in session. Sarasota County Schools is proud to serve alongside organizations like All Faiths Food Bank as they strive to end summer hunger and connect families with resources they need to gain long-term food security, better health outcomes and self-sufficiency.
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Riverview High School Celebrates Success of Excellence & Equity Initiative’s Inaugural Year
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 15, 2019 – Riverview High School is pleased to announce that in its first year, the Excellence & Equity Initiative (E2) has enabled all 27 senior participants to attend the colleges or universities of their choice this fall. Collectively, the students have initially accepted over $3.4 million in scholarship funds, equating to an average scholarship award of $127,208.59 per student. This does not include any community scholarships students may be awarded over the next several months.
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North Port High School Announces Class of 2018 Academic Hall of Fame
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 10, 2019 – North Port High School’s Academic Hall of Fame permanently recognizes alumni for outstanding academic achievement completed while attending North Port High School.
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Joe and Mary Kay Henson Recognized for Innovative Approaches to Student Achievement
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 8, 2019 – At an annual convention on Saturday, Joe and Mary Kay Henson were recognized by the Florida League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) for their contributions that advance educational equity and academic outcomes for Sarasota County’s youngest students.
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Florida Department of Education Names Sarasota County Educator Shane Swezey Teacher of the Year Finalist
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 8, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is excited to announce that Shane Swezey, a music teacher at Oak Park School, has been selected as a state Teacher of the Year finalist.
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Sarasota County Schools Seeks Volunteers for Summer Programs
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 3, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is actively looking for volunteers! Those interested in helping shape and promote positive social and emotional learning, and academic success for our students enrolled in summer programs, are encouraged to learn more about available opportunities.
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Pine View School’s Gena Bufkin Named 2019 School-Related Employee of the Year for Sarasota County
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 2, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that Pine View School’s Gena Bufkin has been named the 2019 School-Related Employee of the Year representing Sarasota County. Ms. Bufkin serves as an administrative assistant to both Elementary Assistant Principal Alison Rini and Middle Assistant Principal Sue Fair, and has served the Pine View School community for 14 years.
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Pine View School Receives Top Spot in U.S News & World Report’s 2019 Best High School Rankings
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 30, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that Pine View School has once again been ranked as the #1 high school in the state of Florida, based on U.S. News and World Report’s 2019 Best High Schools Rankings. Pine View School was also ranked #15 in National Rankings, #8 in Magnet High Schools and #23 in STEM High Schools.
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Suncoast Technical College’s ACE Offers Teen Art Program at North Port Campus
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 29, 2019 – Suncoast Technical College’s Adult & Community Enrichment (ACE) program is launching new summer courses for teens at STC’s campus in North Port. The courses are geared for teens ages 13 to 19 who have a serious aptitude for art, and who desire to learn from a world class artist.
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CANCELLED – “Supercharging Gifted Education” Seminar on April 27
CANCELLED – “Supercharging Gifted Education” Seminar on April 27
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Sarasota County Schools Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers and Partners at Annual Celebrate! Awards Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 24, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools recently honored its outstanding, individual volunteers, businesses and community partners at the school district’s 2019 Celebrate! awards ceremony.
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Registration for 2019 Summer Learning Academies Now Open
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 24, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is encouraging all eligible families to begin enrolling their students in the district’s 2019 Summer Learning Academies. Designed for incoming kindergartners and students rising to 1st through 3rd grade, Summer Learning Academies are academic and enrichment programs that help give children a boost in learning and school readiness during the summer.
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Sarasota County Schools Superintendent to Recommend Dismissal of Teacher After Review of Evidence in Investigative Report
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 22, 2019 – After review of an investigative report regarding multiple incidents of inappropriate behavior towards students, and consultation with appropriate staff members, Sarasota County Schools Superintendent, Todd Bowden, has recommended the termination of John Russo, a social studies teacher and athletic director at Brookside Middle School.
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District Teams Set to Compete at 2019 VEX Robotics World Championship
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 22, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to share that three of the district’s robotics teams have advanced to the 2019 Vex Robotics World Championship in Louisville, Kentucky. The Blackout Robotics and the TerrorBytes, both of Suncoast Polytechnical High School, will be competing at the high school division, while SIMMER DOWN— #1 in Florida and 87th the in the world —of Brookside Middle School, will be competing at the middle school division.
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Dr. Denise Cantalupo Named Executive Director of the Office of Accountability and Choice with Sarasota County Schools
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 18, 2018 – Dr. Denise Cantalupo has been named executive director of the Office of Accountability and Choice with Sarasota County Schools.
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Sarasota County Schools Receives Mid-Size District of the Year Award from the University of Cambridge
SARASOTA, Florida – April 16, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools has received the District of the Year Award for 2017-18, in the mid-sized district category from Cambridge International, the world’s largest provider of international education programs. The Cambridge program was developed by Cambridge International, which is part of the University of Cambridge in the UK.
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New Student Registration and Existing Student Re-Registration for the 2019-20 School Year
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 15, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is encouraging all parents and guardians to begin registering first-time students, as well as re-register existing students, for the upcoming school year.
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Dr. Laurie Breslin Appointed Principal at Sarasota Middle School
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 12, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools announces the appointment of Dr. Laurie Breslin as principal at Sarasota Middle School, where she has served as interim principal since October.
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CANCELLED - Pine View School to Host “Supercharging Gifted Education” Seminar on April 27
Update on 4/26/19 - Due to unforeseen circumstances, this FDLRS seminar has been cancelled.
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Students Receive Recognition at 2019 FST Young Playwrights Festival
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 10, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that many students from various traditional public schools within the district were recently honored in the 2019 Florida Studio Theatre Young Playwrights Festival.
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2019 Inspire Sarasota! Family Festival – April 13
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 10, 2019 – Please consider joining Sarasota County Schools as we celebrate the artistic and cultural contributions of some of our school communities at this year’s Inspire Sarasota! Family Festival.
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Booker High School Students Take Home the REEL TALK Grand Prize Award
SARASOTA, Florida – April 9, 2019 – Quentin Glover and Vincenzo DiLego, both of Booker High School, are among the winners in the inaugural REEL TALK Student PSA Film Contest, taking both the Barancik Foundation’s People’s Choice award and Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s Grand Prize award, for their public service announcement (PSA’s) related to cyberbullying.
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Sarasota County Schools Recognizes Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day 2019
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 8, 2019 - Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day is a national event held each year on the fourth Thursday of April.
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Parent University Workshops on April 22 – “I’m Raising a Child with Autism: What’s Your Superpower?” by Karen West
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 8, 2019 – Please join the Pupil Support Services team of Sarasota County Schools on April 22 for a morning or evening workshop focused on strategies for families of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). District staff will be on-hand to answer questions.
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North Port High School Cancels Performances Scheduled for Tonight and Sunday Afternoon
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 6, 2019 – A fatal car crash involving a North Port High School student occurred last night. Out of respect for a grieving school community, drama performances scheduled for tonight and Sunday afternoon have been cancelled.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes Officer Jenkins at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 4, 2019 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) welcomed Andre Jenkins Jr., a new School Resource Officer, into its ranks Wednesday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony in the School Board’s chambers. District personnel, guests from the community and media were all on hand to witness the honored ceremony. Afterwards guests enjoyed a brief meet and greet with the new officer.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces Middle School, High School and Overall CTE Students of the Year
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 4, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce the Middle School, High School and Overall CTE Students of the Year for the 2018-19 school year.
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Sarasota County Schools, Foundation, and Sprint Partner to Bridge “Homework Gap” by Providing Free Internet Access to Hundreds of Students in the District
VENICE, FL (April 3, 2019) – Millions of high school-aged students across the country do not have access to reliable Internet at home, preventing them from being able to reach their full potential at school.
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Venice and North Port Face Off in Mizuno High School Invitational – April 5 & April 12
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 3, 2019 – Please join us as we cheer on the Varsity Baseball teams of both Venice High School and North Port High School, as they go head-to-head in the first ever Mizuno High School Invitational. Hosted at Cool Today Park, home of the Atlanta Braves’ spring training, this match-up is sure to be one for the ages!
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Third Quarter Report Cards Now Available on Family Access Portal
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 2, 2019 – Third-quarter report cards are now available for all students on the Family Access Portal.
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Sarasota Film Festival & Sarasota County Schools Announce REEL TALK! Student PSA Film Contest Sponsors and Jurors
SARASOTA, Florida – March 29, 2019 – Preparations are underway for the first annual REEL TALK! Student PSA Film Contest public screening on Saturday, April 6 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, in conjunction with the Sarasota Film Festival.
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Oak Park School Teacher, Shane Swezey, Named Baltimore Orioles Birdland Community Hero
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 29, 2019 – Shane Swezey, a music teacher at Oak Park School and 2019 Sarasota County Schools Teacher of the Year award-recipient, was recognized at the Baltimore Orioles’ game on March 9 as a 2019 Birdland Community Hero
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District Issues Public Survey on School Operations
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 26, 2019 – Please note that the student, parent and staff survey links are now available on Sarasota County Schools’ website. The surveys will be open from now through April 9. To access the survey links, please click here.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Outlines Plans for Future Growth
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 26, 2019 –Sarasota County Schools Police Chief, Tim Enos, has detailed plans to expand the School Resource Officer Program in traditional public schools for the 2019-20 school year.
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Sarasota County Schools and Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation Provide Students with Free, Confidential Crisis Text Line
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 26, 2019 – As part of the school district’s emphasis on mental and behavioral health, Sarasota County Schools wants to remind students, families and the community about free and confidential resources available to anyone in need of a counselor 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces 2019 Summer Hours
March 25, 2019 – Please note the following adjustments to Sarasota County Schools’ regular hours and dates of operation for summer 2019. The district’s summer schedule will go into effect the first full week of June, and end before the first full week of August.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces 2019 High School Graduation Ceremonies
March 25, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce the high school graduation ceremony schedule for the Class of 2019. Please consider joining us as we celebrate this momentous occasion with our high school seniors and school communities throughout Sarasota County.
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Spring Break Vaccinations for Students
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 15, 2019 – Spring Break is an ideal time for students to get their FREE, school-required vaccines (and other recommended immunizations) for the upcoming school year from the Department of Health.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes Officer Adams at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 13, 2019 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) welcomed Mark Adams, a new School Resource Officer, into its ranks Monday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony in the School Board’s chambers. District personnel, guests from the community and media were all on hand to witness the honored ceremony. Afterwards guests enjoyed a brief meet and greet with the new officer.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces Women’s History Month “Honoring Our Own” Award Recipients
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 6, 2019 – In honor of Women’s History Month, Sarasota County Schools recently recognized three female educators for their impact on and contributions to our community. Future educator Sydney Burrows, current educator Sue D'Angelo and legacy educator Deb Schultz were recognized during a special presentation at the most recent School Board meeting.
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Sarasota County Schools Set to Unveil New Website
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 28, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools will soon be unveiling a new look on its district website. Debuting on Thursday, March 7, the new www.SarasotaCountySchools.net will showcase a fresh, clean design, more user-friendly features and intuitive navigation elements, among other changes. Parents are the primary audience and the school district conducted focus groups to obtain parent feedback prior to completing the site.
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Riverview’s Academic Olympics Team Wins County Title
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 25, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that Riverview High School’s Academic Olympics team recently won its first ever County Championship. Riverview defeated Pine View School’s team by one point, 202 to 201, during the final match of the Sarasota County Academic Olympics 2018-19 season.
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Booker Middle School Principal Selected for Arts Schools Network Board
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 25, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Dr. LaShawn Frost, principal of Booker Middle School, has been selected to serve on the board of the Arts Schools Network. Frost is the first principal from the district to serve on a national board of this specialty.
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Florida’s 2018-2019 Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Parent Survey
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 22, 2019 – Each year, the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) surveys parents of children with Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) to determine how well a child’s school is partnering with the family, including promoting family involvement in a child’s education. All states must collect this data as part of their State Performance Plan, as required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes New Officer at Oath of Office Ceremony February 19
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 20, 2019 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) welcomed Riccardo Erbacci, a new School Resource Officer into its ranks yesterday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony in the School Board’s chambers. District personnel, guests from the community and media were all on hand to witness the meaningful occasion. After the ceremony, attendees enjoyed a brief meet and greet with the new officer.
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Sarasota High School Announces National Merit Scholarship Finalist
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 20, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that one student from Sarasota High School has been named a National Merit Scholarship Finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
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Sarasota County School Board Votes to Approve New Contract for Superintendent Bowden
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 19, 2019 – After a workshop, school board discussion and hearing of citizens, the Sarasota County School Board voted 3:2 to extend Superintendent Todd Bowden’s contract through the 2022-23 school year.
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Several District Robotics Teams to Compete in “Clash at the Creek” – February 23, 2019
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 15, 2019 – Please consider joining Sarasota County Schools as we cheer on several of our school teams at the upcoming “Clash at the Creek” robotics competition.
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Riverview High School Announces Four National Merit Scholarship Finalists
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 15, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that four students from Riverview High School have been named National Merit Scholarship Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
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Pine View School Announces 28 National Merit Scholarship Finalists
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 15, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that 28 students from Pine View School, 14% of the school’s senior class, have been named National Merit Scholarship Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
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District Announces 2019 Kindergarten Orientations at Elementary Schools
In an effort to connect incoming kindergarten families with valuable resources and information, traditional public elementary schools in Sarasota County will be hosting orientations, or “rounds ups”, designed just for kindergarten families.
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Sarasota County Schools Makes School Safety Enhancements Since Parkland
February 13, 2019 – Thursday marks the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, where seventeen were killed, seventeen more were injured and the entire state was impacted by the actions of one person.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces Black History Month “Honoring Our Own” Award Recipients
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 8, 2019 – In honor of Black History Month, Sarasota County Schools recently recognized three talented African American educators for their impact on and contributions to our community.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes New Officer at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, February 6, 2019 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) welcomed a new School Resource Officer into its ranks yesterday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony in the School Board’s chambers.
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School Choice Enrollment Open from Feb. 4 - March 4, 2019
SARASOTA COUNTY, Feb. 4, 2019 – Parents and guardians residing anywhere in the state of Florida are now able to apply for their children to attend a public school outside their regular attendance zone through the Controlled Open Enrollment (COE) process, more commonly known as School Choice.
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United Way Suncoast & Sarasota County Schools Announce LOVE UNITED Campaign Benefitting Local Families
February 1, 2019 – United Way Suncoast and Sarasota County Schools are pleased to announce the LOVE UNITED campaign, an awareness and fundraising partnership benefitting families in our community, taking place district-wide from February 1 to February 28, 2019.
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Sarasota County Schools Responds to the Elimination of Common Core Standards
February 1, 2019 – On Thursday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced an executive order asking the new Florida Department of Education commissioner, Richard Corcoran to eliminate Common Core standards in schools across the state. Common Core is a set of standards that sets goals for what K-12 students should learn in math and language arts by the end of each grade level.
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Parent University Workshop on February 8 – “Transition Services From School to Community”
January 31, 2019 – Please join the Pupil Support Services team of Sarasota County Schools on February 8 for a morning workshop designed for parents and guardians of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students.
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Sarasota County Schools Mourns the Loss of Dee White
January 28, 2019 – Sarasota County Schools learned today of the passing of Ms. Dee White, a long-time school bus driver and representative of the SC/TA. Ms. White first began as a bus driver in 1991 and quickly became a favorite among students and staff. In her role with the SC/TA, Ms. White was instrumental in representing classified school district employees and promoting an atmosphere of positive change among school administrators, the SC/TA and employees.
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Parent University Workshops on February 6 – “De-Stressing Testing: Coping Strategies for Students with Disabilities”
January 25, 2019 – Please join the Pupil Support Services team of Sarasota County Schools on February 6 for a morning or evening workshop designed for parents of ESE students.
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District Announces 2019 STEM Smart Student Summit
January 22, 2019 – Please join Sarasota County Schools for the annual STEM Smart Student Summit, where Sarasota County middle and high school students compete in rigorous competitions relating to Science/Health, Technology/Design, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
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District Announces First Annual Virtual 5K – “Lace up For Education
January 22, 2019 – Anyone is welcome to participate in Sarasota County Schools’ first ever Virtual 5k race from March 1, 2019 to March 31, 2019! Not only is it a way for staff, students and families to stay active and healthy, it is also a great fundraising opportunity for our schools. Proceeds will go to the school of your choice that is selected during registration.
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John Russo to Remain on Administrative Leave
January 17, 2019 – John Russo, a social studies teacher and coach at Brookside Middle School, will remain on administrative leave pending the conclusion of the school district’s investigation into his behavior involving a student.
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District Announces Second Annual School Showcase
January 17, 2019 – The week of January 20 is National School Choice Week, and the second annual School Showcase is an excellent way for the community to learn more about Sarasota County Schools!
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Second-Quarter Report Cards Now Available on Family Access Portal
January 16, 2019 – Second-quarter report cards are now available on the Family Access Portal.
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District Announces 2019 Sarasota County Schools Agency Fair
January 15, 2019 – Please join the Pupil Support Services team of Sarasota County Schools on March 28 to learn more about the many agencies and organizations providing resources, support and assistance for students with disabilities.
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District Announces Sarasota County STEM Fair EXPO
January 15, 2019 – Annually, students in grades 3-12 eagerly investigate their curiosities in the form of a STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) Fair project.
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Sarasota County Schools Graduation Rates Increase in 2017-18
SARASOTA, December 19, 2018 — The Florida Department of Education reported today that the graduation rate for Sarasota County Schools for 2017-18 was 89.8 percent, up 4.1 percent from the previous school year.
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Sarasota County Schools Cancels Activities Due to Severe Weather on Thursday
December 19, 2018 – The National Weather Service has announced the potential for severe thunderstorms with a forecast of 2-3” of rain, possible hail and wind gusts up to 60mph. Showers and storms will begin to affect the area Wednesday night, with the main line of storms expected to move through the area on Thursday.
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Students from North Port High School achieve top results in Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards
December 18,2018 - A total of 72 students from North Port High School have received prestigious awards from Cambridge Assessment International Education to acknowledge their outstanding performance in the June 2018 Cambridge examination series.
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2017-18 Promotion Retention Report
Each year, students are either promoted to the next grade level, or retained depending on their FSA score and overall academic performance.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Conducts District-Wide School Safety Drill
December 14, 2018 – On Friday morning, the Sarasota County Schools Police Department conducted its first district-wide lockdown safety drill for all traditional public elementary, middle and high school campuses.
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Oak Park School's Shane Swezey named district’s 2019 Teacher of the Year
Sarasota, Fla. (Dec. 13, 2018) – Shane Swezey, a music teacher at Oak Park School, was named the 2019 Sarasota County Teacher of the Year at the Dec. 12 Ignite Education celebration hosted by the Education Foundation of Sarasota County.
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Sarasota Film Festival & Sarasota County Schools Announce REEL TALK! Student Film Contest
Sarasota, Florida – December 13, 2018 – The Sarasota Film Festival and Sarasota County Schools announced a new partnership today to kickoff the “REEL TALK! Student Film Contest,” to inspire students to craft positive digital entertainment through the production of public service announcements (PSAs).
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes Three Officers at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, December 12, 2018 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) welcomed three more police officers into its ranks yesterday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony at Venice City Hall before the School Board meeting.
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Sarasota County Schools Conducts Voluntary Water Testing
Throughout the fall, the Sarasota County school district proactively conducted tests to identify possible lead in drinking water above the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommended allowance of 15 parts per billion.
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Sarasota County Schools to Host Multi-Department Substitute Job Fair on Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Please join Sarasota County Schools from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on December 11 for a recruitment fair dedicated to substitute positions in a variety of fields.
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Booker Middle School Teacher Receives a 2018 Penguin Random House Foundation Grant
SARASOTA COUNTY, December 4, 2018 – Booker Middle School is proud to announce that Joanna Fox has been selected as the recipient of the Penguin Random House Foundation‘s 2018 Maya Angelou Teacher Award for Poetry, one of the organization’s annual “Teacher Awards for Literacy”.
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FHSAA Fall 2018 Academic Team Champions Announced
November 29, 2018 – The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has announced its Fall 2018 Academic Team Champions, including six athletic teams from Sarasota County Schools.
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Chief of Police Tim Enos Takes SCSPD Oath of Office
November 28, 2018 – On Tuesday morning, Tim Enos took his Oath of Office amidst beloved family and friends, Sarasota County Schools personnel, law enforcement officials, public officials, students, members of the media and the public.
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Pine View School to Host “Supercharging Gifted Education” Seminar on Saturday, December 15, 2018
Please join Sarasota County Schools on December 15, 2018 for a morning seminar designed for any educator interested in learning new ideas to encourage creativity in the classroom. Guests will have the opportunity to attend four engaging presentations from expert classroom teachers.
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Workshops for Parents of ESE Students Planned December 10 & December 13
November 26, 2018 – Members of the Sarasota County School Board elected Jane Goodwin as Chair at their annual reorganization meeting on November 20. Goodwin will serve a one-year term ending in November 2019. Caroline Zucker was elected Vice Chair and will also serve a one-year term.
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Adult & Community Enrichment at Suncoast Technical College Annual Art Sale
The Adult & Community Enrichment Center at Suncoast Technical College (ACE at STC) will be hosting their annual Art Sale from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Wednesday, December 5 in the Center Lobby or Building 3 at Suncoast Technical College.
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Sarasota County Schools Provides Crisis Text Line Awareness Campaign to Help Students in Need
Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Preventionreports that suicide is now the second-leading cause of death for children ages 10 to 18. Many sources cite that schools are a hub for connecting teens to valuable preventative resources.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces 2019 Principal of the Year and 2019 Assistant Principal of the Year
SARASOTA COUNTY, November 15, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Booker Middle School’s Dr. LaShawn Frost is the 2019 Principal of the Year, and Riverview High School’s Kathy Wilks is the 2019 Assistant Principal of the Year.
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Sarasota County 2019 Teacher of the Year Finalists Surprised at School
Sarasota, Fla. (Nov.13, 2018) – Three Sarasota County teachers were surprised Tuesday, Nov. 13, when they were revealed as finalists for the district’s elementary, middle and high school 2019 Teacher of the Year honors.
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SPARCC Issues Apology for Use of Non-approved Materials in Class
The Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC) has issued an apology to the students, staff and administration at Pine View School for the use of inappropriate materials to seniors last Wednesday.
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North Port Schools to Host ESOL Family Night November 15
Please join North Port schools on Thursday, November 15, 2018, from 5:30 – 7 p.m.
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Sarasota County Schools Celebrates Professional Development and Leadership
SARASOTA COUNTY, November 8, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools’ Leadership Academy recently held its Leadership Legacy event.
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PUBLIC NOTICE: Proposed School Year Calendars Now Available for Public Comment
On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, the Sarasota County School Board voted to make the proposed 2019-20 and 2020-21 school year calendars available for public comment before they are finalized and adopted.
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Workshops for Parents of ESE Students Planned November 12
Please join Sarasota County Schools and FDLRS on November 12 for a morning or evening workshop designed for parents of ESE students to obtain tips and ideas to access and understand assessment data.
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Notice of Public Meetings to Discuss Projected Student Growth and Expansion Opportunities for Venice High School
Please join the Sarasota County Schools’ Planning department for a series of public workshops concerning the potential expansion of Venice High School.
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Brad Porinchak Named Principal at Cranberry Elementary
SARASOTA COUNTY, November 5, 2018 – Brad Porinchak has been named the new principal of Cranberry Elementary School in North Port, pending School Board approval.
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RESCHEDULED - Sarasota County Schools' Digital Town Hall
We are pleased to announce that our Digital Town Hall has been rescheduled for 7 – 8 PM on Thursday, November 8, 2018
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Sarasota County Schools Announces Strategic Realignment of School Safety and Security Department
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 31, 2018 – To better ensure the safety and security of students, staff and school communities, the Sarasota County School District today announced a strategic shift in school safety that will lead to improved security systems and greater collaboration with local law enforcement and school leaders.
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First-Quarter Report Cards Now Available on the Family Access Portal
October 29, 2018 First-quarter report cards are now available on the Family Access Portal.
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Sarasota County Schools Encourages Students to Use the Newly Created FortifyFL APP to Report Suspicious Activity
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 26, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is one of several school districts across the State of Florida to integrate FortifyFL, a comprehensive reporting tool, into its overall school safety program.
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Pine View School Teacher Awarded by Florida Literacy Association
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 26, 2018 – Pine View School is proud to announce that Freda Williams has been selected as the 2018 Florida Literacy Association (FLA) Teacher of the Year.
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A Statement from Superintendent Todd Bowden on the School District's Gender Diverse Student Guidelines
October 24, 2018 Today, the Sarasota County School District officially released guidelines that serve as a framework for school leaders to ensure a safe and productive learning environment for all students – particularly LGBTQIA students.
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Sarasota County Schools Set to Celebrate National School Lunch Week
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 12, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is serving up a special opportunity in observation of National School Lunch Week from October 15-19.
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Tatum Ridge Teacher Receives Reading Recovery Council of North America Scholarship
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 11, 2018 – Tatum Ridge Elementary School is proud to announce that Rachel Chappell has received a Teacher Leader Training Scholarship from the Reading Recovery Council of North America (RRCNA).
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Flu Shot Clinics
October 9, 2018 – Flu season is fast approaching and Sarasota County Schools wants to make sure our students and staff are as healthy as possible.
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Oct. 10 Activities CANCELLED - SCS UPDATE: Hurricane Michael
Noon - October 10, 2018 UPDATE:
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes Six Officers at Oath of Office
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 5, 2018 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) welcomed six more Police Officers into its ranks this morning after holding an Oath of Office ceremony at Lakeview Elementary School.
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Venice High School Coach Inducted into Florida High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 5, 2018 – Venice High School is proud to announce that its longtime baseball coach, Craig Faulkner, has been inducted into the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Hall of Fame.
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Dr. Laurie Breslin Appointed Interim Principal at Sarasota Middle School
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 5, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools announces the appointment of Dr. Laurie Breslin as interim principal at Sarasota Middle School where she will serve for the remainder of the school year.
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Sarasota County Schools Receives Recognition from Florida Department of Education for Five Star and Golden Schools
SARASOTA COUNTY, October 3, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has given 18 schools with the Five Star School Award and 41 schools with the Golden School Award for the 2017 – 2018 school year.
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SCF to Cease Dual Enrollment Coursework at Sarasota and Manatee County Schools
SARASOTA AND MANATEE COUNTIES, October 2, 2018 – Superintendent Todd Bowden of Sarasota County Schools and Superintendent Cynthia Saunders of the School District of Manatee County were both notified today by the State College of Florida (SCF) of the decision to cease dual enrollment (DE) coursework on high school campuses effective July 1, 2019.
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Sarasota County Schools Announces Next Digital Town Hall
September 28, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools will be holding its latest Digital Town Hall from 7-8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 10.
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Sarasota County Schools and Rotary Club of Sarasota Partner to Launch “Rotary Reading Project”
SARASOTA COUNTY, September 26, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that the Rotary Club of Sarasota’s “Rotary Reading Project” will soon be launching district-wide for all first and fourth-grade students.
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Wilkinson Elementary School Receives 30 Magiscopes Through Community Partnership with Temple Emanu-El and The Thinking Center
SARASOTA COUNTY, September 21, 2018 – Wilkinson Elementary School is pleased to announce the introduction of 30 new Brock Optical Magiscopes to their K-4 STEAM Academy classrooms.
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Sarasota County's 2018 Fall College Night
Sarasota County's 2018 Fall College Night Robarts Arena, Sarasota/ Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, 6-8 pm
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Sarasota County Schools Announces 38 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
SARASOTA COUNTY, September 14, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is proud to announce that 38 students throughout the district have been named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
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UPDATE GLENALLEN ELEMENTARY: Classes Will Resume Friday 9-14
UPDATE GLENALLEN ELEMENTARY: Good news! FPL Connect has restored the transformer, and full power is back on at Glenallen Elementary! Classes will resume Friday morning at 8:15 a.m.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes Four Officers at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, September 7, 2018 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department officially welcomed four Police Officers into its ranks Thursday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony at Tatum Ridge Elementary School.
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Garden Elementary School Art Teacher Wins Florida Art Education Association Award
SARASOTA COUNTY, September 6, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Joanna Davis-Lanum is the winner of the Florida Art Education Association’s (FAEA) “2018 Florida’s Outstanding Art Educator of the Year Award”.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes One Officer and One Sergeant at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, August 22, 2018 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) officially welcomed one Police Officer and one Police Sergeant into its ranks Tuesday after holding an Oath of Office ceremony following the School Board meeting, where the two positions were approved.
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Cranberry Principal, Linda Daniels, Announces Retirement
SARASOTA COUNTY, August 21, 2018 – Linda Daniels, principal at Cranberry Elementary in North Port has announced her retirement effective December 31, 2018.
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Sarasota County Schools Partners with Gulf Coast Community Foundation to Encourage Civility and Good Manners among Students and the Community
SARASOTA COUNTY, August 11, 2018 – Just in time for back-to-school, Sarasota County Schools has partnered with Gulf Coast Community Foundation to introduce The Civility Squad, a cast of characters that emphasize ten principles of civility, throughout the school community this year.
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Sarasota County Schools and Sarasota YMCA Partner to Ensure School Enrollment for All Students
SARASOTA COUNTY, August 10, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools and the Sarasota YMCA are teaming up to raise awareness about school enrollment options and resources for students and their families that do not have a permanent address.
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Sarasota County Schools Police Department Welcomes 12 Officers and 2 Sergeants at Oath of Office Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, August 9, 2018 – The Sarasota County Schools Police Department (SCSPD) officially welcomed 12 officers and 2 sergeants into its ranks today after holding an Oath of Office ceremony on Wednesday.
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Sarasota County Schools Gears Up for the First Day of School on Monday, August 13
SARASOTA COUNTY, August 7, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is primed and ready to begin the 2018—2019 school year strong.
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A Statement from Dr. Todd Bowden, Superintendent of Sarasota County Schools, on the Upcoming School Board Meeting
August 6, 2018 “As we rapidly approach the beginning of the 2018—2019 school year, I want to take a moment and reflect on all of the successes of this past year.
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A Statement from Dr. LaShawn Frost, Principal of Booker Middle School, on Booker Middle Receiving CFES Distinction
August 1, 2018 Booker Middle School has been named a College For Every Student (CFES) Brilliant Pathways School of Distinction. CFES Brilliant Pathways, founded in 1991 in central New York, aims to help students unlock their brightest futures.
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Melanie Ritter Named Program Director at Triad Alternative School
SARASOTA COUNTY, July 31, 2018 – Melanie Ritter has been named the new program director at Triad Alternative School effective July 30.
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Sarasota County Schools Files Inquiry with Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office regarding Principal Eddie Hundley
July 30, 2018 Superintendent Todd Bowden, at the request of the Sarasota County School Board Chair, Bridget Ziegler, contacted the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office today and asked for an investigation into the misconduct of Lincoln Memorial Academy Principal Eddie Hundley, who provided a positive recommendation for Quentin Peterson, a teacher under investigation for inappropriate behavior with students. After an investigation by the Palmetto Police Department, Mr. Peterson was arrested on possession of child pornography earlier this spring.
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Rotary Club of Sarasota Bay Foundation to Fund Riverview IB’s Excellence & Equity Initiative
SARASOTA COUNTY, July 25, 2018 – The Rotary Club of Sarasota Bay Foundation will be the founding donor for Riverview High School’s Excellence & Equity (E2) Initiative, a pilot program that will support the existing International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) and the International Baccalaureate Career-related Program (IBCP).
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Sarasota County Schools set to manage Triad Alternative School Services
July 24, 2018 For 25 years, Sarasota County Schools and the YMCA have partnered to provide alternative education services to students who have committed an expellable offense and are no longer able to attend traditional schools.
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A Statement from Paul Grohowski, Chief of Police of Sarasota County Schools, on taking his Oath of Office
July 24, 2018 On Tuesday afternoon, Paul Grohowski took his Oath of Office amidst beloved family and friends, Sarasota County Schools personnel, members of the media, and the public.
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A Statement from Jeff Maultsby, Assistant Superintendent and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Sarasota County Schools, on his recent Board Approval
July 19, 2018 On Tuesday afternoon, the Sarasota County School Board moved to approve Jeff Maultsby as the new Assistant Superintendent and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Sarasota County Schools. Maultsby replaces Scott Lempe, who retired in June.
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Statement from Dr. Todd Bowden, Superintendent of Sarasota County Schools, on his Upcoming Annual Evaluation
July 2018 “I am incredibly thankful to our school leaders, teachers and classified staff members who have contributed to a successful year throughout the school district.
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Carol Kay Brown Named Director of Leadership at Sarasota County Schools
SARASOTA COUNTY, July 18, 2018 – Carol Kay Brown has been named the new director of leadership at Sarasota County Schools effective July 17.
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A Statement from Paul Grohowski, Chief of Police of Sarasota County Schools, on his recent Board Approval
July 17, 2018 On Tuesday evening, the Sarasota County School Board moved to approve Paul Grohowski as the new Chief of Police for the Sarasota County Schools Police Department.
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A Statement from Dr. Todd Bowden on the Upcoming Superintendent Annual Evaluation
July 16, 2018 “I am incredibly thankful to our school leaders, teachers and classified staff members who have contributed to a successful year throughout the school district.
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Jeff Maultsby Named Assistant Superintendent and COO
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 28, 2018 – Jeff Maultsby has been named the Assistant Superintendent and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Sarasota County Schools, pending School Board approval.
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Dr. Patti Folino Named Principal at Tuttle Elementary
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 28, 2018 – Dr. Patti Folino has been named the new principal at Tuttle Elementary School effective July 9 and pending School Board approval.
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Sarasota County Schools Earns an “A” Grade for the 2017-18 Academic Year
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 27, 2018 – The Sarasota County School District has earned an A grade by the state of Florida for the 15th consecutive year since grading began in 2004.
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Cynthia Thro Named Principal at Atwater Elementary
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 19, 2018 – Ms. Cynthia Thro has been named the new principal at Atwater Elementary School effective immediately, pending School Board approval.
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BJ Ivey Recognized by Governor Rick Scott
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 14, 2018 – In a ceremony in Tallahassee on June 13, Governor Rick Scott bestowed the Shine Award to Riverview High School coach and teacher, William “BJ” Ivey.
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Sarasota County Schools Outperform State Averages in FSA Testing
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 14, 2018 – According to results released earlier today by the Florida Department of Education, the Sarasota County School District scored higher than state averages in all categories of the 2018 Florida Standards Assessment (FSA).
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Paul Grohowski Named Chief of Police
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 13, 2018 – Paul Grohowski, a twenty-two-year experienced law enforcement veteran, has been named Chief of Police with the Sarasota County School District effective immediately, pending employment screenings and School Board approval.
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A Statement from Dr. Todd Bowden, Superintendent of Sarasota County Schools, on Local Law Enforcement Collaboration for Back-to-School
"I am pleased to announce that the Sarasota County School District will continue its partnership with local law enforcement for the 2018-19 school year to not only include School Resource Officers (SRO’s) for our middle and high schools, but serve our elementary schools on an interim basis as we look to establish our school-based police department over time.
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Michael D. Andreas Promoted to Executive Director
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 23, 2018 – Michael D. Andreas, the current director of Safety, Security and Emergency Management has been promoted to the position of Executive Director, effective immediately.
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Notice of Public Meetings to Discuss Pedestrian and Bike Improvements Around Sarasota High School
Sarasota County Schools is hosting two public listening sessions to identify opportunities to improve pedestrian and bike paths around Sarasota High School.
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Sarasota County Schools to Launch LET’S EAT!, a Summer Feeding Program to Fuel Young Minds and Bodies this Summer
SARASOTA COUNTY, June 5, 2018 – More than 50 percent of students attending Sarasota County Schools are eligible for free and reduced lunch. During the summer months, many of these students and their younger siblings will go hungry and not have enough to eat.
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SUMMER FAMILY SERIES at ACE offers affordable bonding activities for children and adults
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 29 — Adult & Community Enrichment (ACE) at Suncoast Technical College offers a new selection of family classes this summer.
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Sarasota County Schools Receives Incredible Amount of Police Job Applications
Sarasota County Schools has received numerous applications for the Chief of Police and Police Sergeant positions. As of May 25, when these jobs closed, the school district has received 26 applications for the Chief of Police job and 43 for three Police Sergeant positions.
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Third Grade FSA ELA Testing Results are In
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 23, 2018 – More than 3,300 third grade students in Sarasota County participated in the April 2018 Florida Standards Assessment.
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Barnes & Noble Names Lem Andrews National Winner of the 2018 “My Favorite Teacher Contest” and “Teacher of the Year”
SARASOTA, FL -- May 22, 2018 -- Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the world’s largest retail bookseller, today named Lem Andrews from Booker High School in Sarasota, FL, as the 2018 national winner and “Teacher of the Year” in the Barnes & Noble My Favorite Teacher Contest.
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Sarasota County Schools Teacher Nominated for the Harris History Teacher Award
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 16, 2018 – Dr. Jennifer Jaso of Sarasota Middle School was nominated for the Harris Teacher Award by the Museum of Florida History, administrator of the National History Day program in Florida.
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Digital Town Hall Event Planned for May 23
Sarasota County Schools will hold a live, interactive town hall for parents, students and the community on the topics of school safety and mental and behavioral health – two important subjects that help ensure the continued well-being of our students.
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Commencement Ceremonies 2018
The following commencement ceremonies will take place to celebrate the school district’s college and career ready graduating class of 2018!
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Sarasota County Schools in North Port Seek Volunteers
NORTH PORT, May 16, 2018 – Sarasota County schools in North Port seek volunteers interested in helping shape and promote positive social and emotional learning and academic success for our third-grade and middle-school students for the summer.
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Sarasota County Schools Seeks Chief of Police, Sergeants
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 12, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools is seeking a chief of police and three sergeants to form the command staff of a new, school-based police department.
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Changes to the 2018 Booker High School Graduation
The Booker High School 2018 graduation will take place at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center on May 17 starting at 5 p.m.
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A Statement on the Permanent Vacation of School Avenue
Sarasota County Schools Seeks Permanent Vacation of School Avenue – May 8, 2018
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Sarasota County Schools Seeks Volunteers
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 8, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools seeks volunteers interested in helping shape and promote positive social and emotional learning and academic success for our third-grade and middle-school students for the summer and upcoming 2018-19 school year.
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Tomas Dinverno Named Principal at Venice Middle School
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 7, 2018 – Tomas Dinverno has been named principal at Venice Middle School, effective July 1, pending School Board approval. Mr. Dinverno currently serves as principal of Tuttle Elementary and has worked for Sarasota County Schools since 2003.
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Notice of a Joint Meeting with Sarasota County School Board Members and Sarasota Commissioners to Discuss the Closing of School Avenue
Please join us on Tuesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at Sarasota City Hall for a public forum on the closing of School Avenue that runs right through the Sarasota High School campus.
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Notice of Community Workshop Regarding the Closure of School Avenue
Please join officials from the City of Sarasota and Sarasota County Schools for a public workshop and discussion on Monday, May 14 at Sarasota High School regarding the closing of School Avenue between Hatton and Tami Sola Streets.
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A Media Statement Regarding Sarasota County Schools and NAACP Partner to Address Social Justice Issues – April 30, 2018
Students from Riverview High School met with civic leaders and school district administrators today to talk about race and other social justice issues.
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Sarasota High School Names Mike Fields as New Head Basketball Coach
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 30, 2018 – Sarasota High School is excited to welcome Mike Fields as the next Head Coach of the Sailor Basketball team.
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Venice Police Prepares to Open Work Station at Venice High School
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 27, 2018 – Venice High School and the Venice Police Department have enjoyed a long-standing partnership to ensure all students receive a quality education in a safe learning environment.
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A Media Statement About Bay Haven Teacher Taken Ill – April 27, 2018
On Friday, April 20, a teacher at Bay Haven School took ill with an infectious disease that, as of today, is confirmed as Streptococcus pneumoniae.
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A Media Statement from the Sarasota County School District Regarding a Riverview High School Student’s Social Media Post – April 23, 2018
Since Sunday, the Sarasota County School District has been looking into the incident of the racist prom proposal created by a Riverview High School student and posted on social media.
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Sarasota County Schools Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers and Partners in Annual Award Ceremony
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 20, 2018 – Last week, the Sarasota County School District recognized outstanding individual volunteers and business partners during its annual awards ceremony.
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Sarah Woods Named Sarasota County Schools School-Related Employee of the Year
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 20, 2018 – Sarah Woods, a Food and Nutrition kitchen manager at Gulf Gate Elementary School, has been named the 2018 Sarasota County School District School-Related Employee of the Year.
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Kirk Hutchinson Named Principal of Venice Elementary School
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 18, 2018 – Kirk Hutchinson has been named the new principal of Venice Elementary School effective June 1, pending School Board approval.
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Public Input: Articulation Agreement between Sarasota County School Board & State College of Florida
The Sarasota County School District’s articulation agreement which includes Dual Enrollment (DE) with the State College of Florida (SCF) is up for annual renewal and we are seeking feedback from parents about middle and high school students taking college programs while in school.
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Sarasota County Schools Issues Public Survey on School Operations
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 10, 2018 – Each year, Sarasota County Schools conducts what is known as a “climate survey” to better understand how the school district is operating.
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Sarasota County Schools Track Teams Go the Extra Mile
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 10, 2018 – Sarasota County School District athletic programs continue to excel as the middle school and high school track team district championships took place earlier this month.
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A Statement from Dr. Bowden
April 9, 2018 For the last year, I’ve had the privilege of serving as superintendent of Sarasota County Schools, a school district I’m incredibly proud of and care deeply for.
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Jennifer Nzeza Named Principal at Southside Elementary
SARASOTA COUNTY, April 9, 2018 – Jennifer Nzeza has been named principal of Southside Elementary School effective May 30. She currently serves as assistant principal at Southside where she has worked since 2017.
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Sarasota County Schools Announce a 5-Point Safety and Security Plan
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 22, 2018 – The Sarasota County School District has announced a five-point plan to immediately provide short and long-term safety practices and capital improvements to enhance the security of its schools, students and staff.
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1-Mill Referendum Passes
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 20, 2018 – Sarasota County voters have approved an extension of the 1-Mill tax renewal, providing Sarasota County Schools with additional revenue to support every school throughout the district for four more years. Preliminary figures show 79 percent voted yes in today’s election.
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Kristi Jarvis appointed Principal at Ashton Elementary
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 13, 2018 – Kristi Jarvis has been named the new principal at Ashton Elementary by Superintendent Todd Bowden, effective immediately and pending Board approval. She has served as acting principal since June of 2017.
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Statement regarding the signing of the school safety bill
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 9, 2018 – Sarasota County Schools continues to develop strategies that improve our school safety and security practices.
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Third Digital Town Hall set for March 12 advance questions are welcome
SARASOTA, Mar. 8, 2017 - Our next Sarasota County Schools Digital Town Hall, will be held Monday, Mar. 12, 2018.
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Troy Thompson Named Principal at Lamarque Elementary
SARASOTA COUNTY, March 5, 2018 – Troy Thompson has been named the new principal at Lamarque Elementary School effective April 2, pending Board approval.
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Erin del Castillo Named Principal at Riverview High School
SARASOTA COUNTY, Feb. 27, 2018 –Erin del Castillo has been named the new principal of Riverview High School (RHS) effective July 1, pending Board approval. Ms. del Castillo currently serves as principal of Venice Elementary School (VES) where she has worked as an administrator since 2016.
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District to accept 2018-19 athletic choice requests March 1-May 15
SARASOTA COUNTY, Feb. 27, 2018 – The window for non-traditional students wanting Athletic Choice for the 2018-2019 school year will be from Mar. 1 through May 15, 2018. Students that were granted Athletic Choice the previous year will not need to reapply.
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District to accept 2018-19 school choice requests Feb. 12-March 16
SARASOTA COUNTY, Feb. 12, 2018 – Parents and guardians residing anywhere in the state of Florida are now able to apply for their children to attend a public school outside their regular attendance zone through the Controlled Open Enrollment process, more commonly known as School Choice.
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Free Flu Shot Clinics Scheduled Feb. 12 and Feb. 13
SARASOTA, Feb. 9, 2018 - Free flu shot clinics for all Sarasota County School students after school on Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 12 and 13 from 3:30-6pm. Below is an updated flu consent form and list of locations.
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Sarasota High School Names Spencer Hodges as New Head Football Coach
SARASOTA, FL (February 2, 2018) – Sarasota High School is excited to welcome Spencer Hodges as the next head coach of the Sailor football team.
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School district and union agree to new deal
SARASOTA COUNTY, Feb. 2, 2018 – After lengthy negotiations, the Sarasota County School District and the Sarasota Classified/Teachers Association have agreed to a new two-year deal benefiting Sarasota teachers and non-instructional employees.
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Family Saturdays program at ACE offers bonding activities for children and adults
SARASOTA COUNTY, Jan. 31 — Adult & Community Enrichment (ACE) at Suncoast Technical College offers a new selection of Family Saturdays classes this winter, featuring affordable admission to classes of special interest to families.
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Venice High adds varsity water polo to spring sports lineup
VENICE, Jan. 31, 2018 – Venice High School is making a splash by adding boys’ and girls’ varsity water polo to its spring athletics lineup.
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Phillippi Shores Elementary students to stage ‘Annie Kids’ Feb. 9
SARASOTA, Jan. 31, 2018 – Students at Phillippi Shores Elementary School will stage their very first musical, “Annie KIDS” at 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 9, at the Riverview Performing Arts Center on the campus of Riverview High School.
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What parents can do if your kids have the flu
Flu season is October through March. There are various ways to keep you and your family safe and healthy during flu season such as...
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The State of Florida awards $4.3 million to Sarasota teachers
SARASOTA COUNTY, Jan. 30, 2018 – The state of Florida has recognized 2,603 traditional and charter school teachers from Sarasota County who will receive scholarships as part of the annual Florida Best and Brightest Teacher Scholarship Program.
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Elementary music teacher, 2 district middle schools honored by FMEA
TAMPA, Jan. 25, 2018 — An elementary music teacher from Laurel Nokomis School and the music programs at Brookside and Woodland middle schools were honored by the Florida Music Education Association at the organization’s FMEA Awards Breakfast, held this year on Jan. 12 at the Tampa Convention Center.
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Riverview High School to celebrate 60th anniversary March 17
SARASOTA, Jan. 25, 2018 - Once a brand-new school situated on a dead-end street at the southernmost campus in Sarasota, today another brand-new Riverview sits looking out on Phillippi Creek, surrounded by a widely-expanding city area now more than four times the size it was in 1958.
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High school students to get financial aid assistance at workshops
SARASOTA, Fla. (January 25, 2018) — The Talent4Tomorrow Partnership, a community collaboration targeting local college attainment rates, is offering free assistance to Sarasota County families to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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Gulf Coast’s Brady among national Literacy Leadership awardees
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 18, 2018 – Three individuals will be recognized with the 2018 Excellence in Literacy Leadership Award presented by the Reading Recovery teacher leaders.
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Orioles Health & Fitness Challenge returns to middle schools
SARASOTA, Jan. 19, 2018 - Starting January 22, middle schoolers in Sarasota County will hit the gym to learn about healthy lifestyles through the Orioles Health & Fitness Challenge.
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Middle schools to host open houses in January-February
SARASOTA COUNTY, Jan. 19, 2018 - Middle schools throughout the Sarasota County School District will host open houses for families of fifth-grade students exploring options for next year and beyond.
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Student-Parent Information Nights set for high schools through Feb. 6
SARASOTA COUNTY, Jan. 15, 2018 - Families of eighth-grade students are invited to open houses and SPIN events — Student-Parent Information Nights — at high schools in January. The events will showcase academic and extracurricular programs and activities.
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Sarasota County School District graduation rate rises for 2016-17
SARASOTA, Jan. 10, 2018 — The Florida Department of Education reported today that the graduation rate for Sarasota County Schools for 2016-17 was 85.7 percent.
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MLK ‘Dream Big’ Community Celebration held at Booker High
SARASOTA, Jan. 10, 2018 – As part of the 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. observance honoring the life and work of the civil rights leader, Booker High School will present “Dream Big: Civil Rights and Social Justice” from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 10, at the school’s Visual and Performing Arts Theatre.
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Middle and High School Showcase events held in January
SARASOTA, Dec. 21, 2017 - Parents and guardians, please mark your calendars for the Sarasota County Schools Middle and High School Showcase. This is a great opportunity to explore several schools in one place to find the best fit for your child.
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Volunteer writing tutors needed at Gocio Elementary
SARASOTA, Dec. 21, 2017 – Volunteer writing tutors are needed for a five-week writing program for fourth-graders that will be starting in January at Gocio Elementary School.
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Booker High JROTC cadets clean servicemen’s graves at cemetery
SARASOTA, Dec. 19, 2017 — The Booker High School JROTC cadets have begun a service project to clean gravesites in historic Oaklands/Woodlawn Cemetery in Newtown, the final resting place of many veterans from the community.
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Riverview High selected for new International Baccalaureate initiative
SARASOTA, Dec. 18, 2017 – Riverview High School has been selected to participate in the International Baccalaureate Excellence and Equity Initiative (E2), a new national program created to promote the inclusion and success of under-represented students in the IB Diploma and Career-related programs, known as DP and CP.
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2018 NEST Calendar features art by Sarasota County students
SARASOTA COUNTY, Dec. 13, 2017 - Sarasota County's 2018 NEST Calendar is now available at county facilities, while supplies last. Each year, the Neighborhood Environmental Stewardship Team (NEST) produces the calendar, which supports the county's goal of environmental stewardship.
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Principal change announced for Lamarque Elementary School
NORTH PORT, Dec. 15, 2017 — Lamarque Elementary School Principal Ryan Bruck will be reassigned for the second semester of the school year.
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Wilkinson Elementary gathers STEAM in 50th anniversary year
SARASOTA, Dec. 14, 2017 – Students, parents, staff and guests — including graduates, former teachers and administrators — are marking the 50th anniversary of Wilkinson Elementary School this year.
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25 parents to graduate from adult ed program at Alta Vista Elem. Dec. 19
SARASOTA, Dec. 14, 2017 – Alta Vista Elementary School and Suncoast Technical College will honor 25 adult graduates of the schools’ Two-Generational Program in a ceremony at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 19, at the school.
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District’s 2018 Teacher of the Year is Riverview High English teacher
SARASOTA, Dec. 13, 2017 – Es Swihart, an English teacher at Riverview High School, was named the 2018 Sarasota County Teacher of the Year at the Ignite Education event, a celebration hosted by the Education Foundation of Sarasota County.
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Sarasota Police announce art contest for middle & high school students
SARASOTA, Dec. 11, 2017 - The Sarasota Police Department is partnering with the Sarasota County School District to search for the perfect cover photo for the 2017 Sarasota Police Department Annual Report.
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SPHS and STC schools to hold Book Fair at Barnes & Noble Dec. 14
SARASOTA, Dec. 12, 2017 – Suncoast Polytechnical High School and Suncoast Technical College will host the Barnes & Noble Family Night and Book Fair to benefit both schools.
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District’s 2018 Teacher of the Year to be named at event Dec.13
SARASOTA, Dec. 8, 2017 – Superintendent Todd Bowden and Education Foundation of Sarasota County President Jennifer Vigne will announce the overall Sarasota County Teacher of the Year for 2018 from among three finalists at the annual awards ceremony honoring educators.
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Volunteer reading tutors needed at Lamarque Elem., training on Dec. 19
NORTH PORT, Dec. 8, 2017 – Volunteer reading tutors are needed for two reading programs that will be starting January 2018 at Lamarque Elementary School in North Port.
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Venice High student is 1st graduate of SCF Dual Enrollment Pilot Program
BRADENTON, Dec. 7, 2017 - Madison M. Angelo, 17, is a trailblazer. She was one of the first students to sign up for an accelerated dual enrollment pilot program at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) that allows students from the Sarasota County Schools to enroll as a full-time college student while completing their high school requirements.
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Sarasota Schools leadership team again recognized as Master Board
SARASOTA, Dec. 8, 2017 — The Florida School Boards Association has once again recognized the Sarasota County Schools governance team — the five School Board members and the superintendent — as a Master Board.
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Booker High to hold first ‘Booker Bash’ robotics competition Dec. 9
SARASOTA, Dec. 7, 2017- The first-ever Booker Bash VEX Robotics Competition will be held from 8 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Dec. 9, from 8 a.m. to noon in the Booker High School cafeteria.
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Booker Middle students form Rotary Interact, dinner set for Dec. 20
SARASOTA, Dec. 6, 2017 – Students at Booker Middle School have formed a club called Rotary Interact, which is dedicated to serving the community by promoting literacy awareness by tutoring elementary students and developing other service projects.
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Third-grade students at local charter school ‘Believe’ again
SARASOTA, Dec. 5, 2017 – For the eighth consecutive year, students in Linda Kneeland’s third-grade class at Suncoast School for Innovative Studies in Sarasota will experience the joy of the holidays with a special field trip celebrating their belief in the spirit of helping others.
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Riverview High principal named to state education post
TALLAHASSEE, Dec. 5, 2017 – Florida Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart has named Riverview High School Principal Paul Burns as the Florida Department of Education’s Deputy Chancellor of Educator Quality, effective Jan. 3.
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Voters have the chance to renew school referendum funding in March
SARASOTA, Dec. 1, 2017 – In March, Sarasota County voters will have the opportunity to renew the 1-mill referendum funding for local public schools.
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Free flu vaccinations to be offered at three schools Dec. 5-8
SARASOTA COUNTY, Dec. 1, 2017 - The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County will offer free flu vaccinations at three schools beginning Tuesday, Dec. 5, for children who are 18 and younger, or who are still in high school.
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Booker High to stage ‘James and the Giant Peach’ Dec. 7-9
SARASOTA, Dec. 1, 2017 – The Booker High School Visual & Performing Arts Theatre Department will present the beloved Roald Dahl children’s classic, “James and the Giant Peach,” as its winter musical.
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Alta Vista Elementary to host 2nd annual Reading Street Dec. 12
SARASOTA, Dec. 1, 2017 – Students at Alta Vista Elementary will open their favorite books for the school’s second annual sidewalk read-in, known as Reading Street.
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