📚✨ Congratulations to Mrs. Christine Doujar, our November Library Technician of the Month! ✨📚
For the past 8 years, Mrs. Doujar has been inspiring young readers at Glenallen Elementary as their Library Technician. Through her work in the Specials rotation, she connects with every student, ensuring they have access to books that match their reading levels and help them grow into skilled, confident readers. Encouraging her students to develop a love for reading is a top priority for Mrs. Doujar!
🎉 Happy Future Teachers of America Day! Today, we celebrate the dedication of future educators who are preparing to make a difference in the lives of our students and communities. Teaching is more than a career—it’s a commitment to inspire, support, and shape the next generation. 🌟 To all aspiring teachers in our schools, thank you, and we are so excited to see the positive legacy you will leave.
🙌 Congratulations to our Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year! Mr. Ryan Chase, Principal, Sarasota High School and Mrs. Amanda Rojas, Assistant Principal, Brookside Middle School! Your hard work, leadership, and unwavering support for our schools make a lasting impact. THANK YOU for all you do to enrich the lives of our students, staff, and community.
Looking for a rewarding career in education? Sarasota County Schools is hiring for both instructional and non-instructional positions for the 2024-2025 school year! Meet our recruitment team on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM at STC - North Port Campus (4445 Career Lane, North Port, FL 34289).
To register, visit: https://bit.ly/4flZOFM
For questions, please email: recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net.
Take the first step toward a fulfilling career with us—see you there!
CONGRATULATIONS to our SCS Cares of the Month Mr. Israel Perez, Delivery Clerk with the Transportation Department. 👏🎉
"Israel was delivering a large shipment to our school and could see that the office was overloaded with shipments. He went the extra mile and delivered to a separate location to help us out. We are so grateful for his kindness and assistance!" - Allison Hamley, Venice Elementary
Superintendent Terry Connor checks in on the construction progress of Skye Ranch School, a new K-8 school that will welcome new students in the 2025-2026 school year.
https://youtu.be/uSKog0xydV0
We are profoundly grateful to our community for voting to maintain the millage referendum and supporting Sarasota County Schools for over 22 years. This vital funding enables us to recruit top educators, enhance technology, improve safety, and enrich the arts. Thanks to your continued support, we can keep investing in our schools through June 30, 2030. Together, we’re ensuring a bright future for our students and a strong foundation for our community! 📚✨
VOTE TODAY!! Look for the “Millage Referendum” on the bottom of your ballot! Renewing the Referendum will enable us to promote student achievement, attract and invest in high-quality educators, enrich learning experiences, elevate workforce education, and ensure safe and secure schools.
#YourSchoolsYourFuture
VOTE TOMORROW: Tomorrow is the big day!! Did you know our school district has received an A rating from the Florida Department of Education every year since grading began in 2004? Funding from the referendum helps support our A-rated schools, teachers, classrooms, students, and community.
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
Don't miss the district-wide Parent University on Monday, November 4, at North Port High School! The event will kick off at 4:00 PM with a Community Resource Fair featuring representatives from FEMA, local banks, JFCS, NAMI, and other community partners offering disaster relief assistance. A light dinner will be provided at 5:00 PM, followed by district-led parent training at 6:00 PM on best supporting and enhancing your child’s literacy at
More info: www.facebook.com/events/873646508222992
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Renewing the Millage Referendum will enable SCS to allocate $14 million to implement safety measures and enhance campus security and funds Security Aides, Counselors, and Behavioral Specialists positions.
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Renewing the Millage Referendum will enable SCS to invest $17 million in career and technical education programs, preparing students for success in the modern workforce.
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Renewing the Millage Referendum will enable SCS to utilize $22 million to expand access to diverse educational opportunities, including Early Learning, arts and music, STEM, and extracurricular activities.
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Renewing the Millage Referendum will enable SCS to allocate $28 million to recruit and retain talented educators, providing ongoing professional development and support.
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
The Sarasota County Schools Police Department recently attended the Englewood Community Coalition Banquet. At the event, Chief Ruiz proudly presented Kay Tvaroch with a Certificate of Recognition for ECC’s continued support of Red Ribbon Week at Englewood Elementary. A special thank you to Officer Marc Arnold, Captain Steve Lorenz, and Captain Joseph Eilerman for joining the celebration of this partnership and for fostering a safe and healthy community! 🌟
We are excited to announce a new, convenient way for parents & guardians to submit attendance notes!
You can now upload attendance notes directly through the Focus Parent Portal using your computer or mobile phone's web browser. Please note that this feature is only available through the web portal for now.
Step by step instructions:
- English: https://5il.co/2wgkr.
- Spanish: https://5il.co/2wmi2
Parents & guardians may still submit attendance notes directly to the school if preferred. If you have any questions, please contact your child's school.
We appreciate your cooperation and partnership as we work together to support our students’ educational needs. Thank you!
Join Us for the Sarasota County Schools Job Fair!
Are you looking to make a difference in education? Sarasota County Schools is hosting a Job Fair on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM at 1960 Landings Blvd, Black A/B. We're hiring for a variety of Instructional and Non-Instructional positions for the 2024-25 school year!
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore career options, meet our recruitment team, and learn more about the benefits of working with Sarasota County Schools.
Register now: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/X8YhGUDAtz
Questions? Email us at recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net.
We look forward to seeing you there!
🎉 🏆 CONGRATULATIONS to our 18 Schools of Excellence! We are proud to announce that 18 of our schools have been recognized as Schools of Excellence by the Florida Department of Education! This accolade is a testament to a school's significant achievements, ranking in the 80th percentile or higher in school grade calculations and consistently delivering top-tier performance. THANK YOU to our hard-working students, teachers, staff, parents, and the entire Sarasota County community. Learn more under District News or on our Facebook.
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Renewing the Millage Referendum will enable SCS to invest $33 million to provide resources and support systems that enhance student learning and academic success.
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
