Superintendent Connor rolls up his sleeves and joins the custodial team at Lakeview Elementary for a day of playground maintenance, window washing, furniture moving, and more! 🛠️ In this episode of Trading Spaces, see how SCS custodians prepare for the start of the school year and experience firsthand the essential work that keeps our schools running smoothly. youtu.be/xTdNStZYqYA
Mark your calendars for August 17th and 18th because Monster Jam is coming to Amalie Arena! Enjoy the thrill and excitement of this special event inside the comfort of the cool AC. Tickets start at just $22 for SCS families and staff! 💥 Purchase tickets at: fevo-enterprise.com/group/MonsterJamSarasotaCounty
Yesterday was a blast as we kicked off the new school year in Sarasota County! Superintendent Connor spent the day cheering on bus drivers, visiting different schools, and chatting with students and staff about the excitement of the first day. We look forward to a fantastic year ahead where we engage, empower, and elevate every student every day. 🚀📚 https://youtu.be/0H0tbWlaNVk
It's the first day of school!!! We are so excited to welcome back our students! 🎉 New beginnings, new friendships, lots of knowledge, and endless possibilities await. Happy first day of school! 📚🤓
Rooms invitations are going out today (Friday, August 2)! Please check your email for instructions. You must have the new SCS Mobile App downloaded!
Join us for our latest episode of the SCS In Tune podcast. In this episode, Superintendent Connor discusses his first year in Sarasota County Schools, shares updates on the recently released school and district grades from the Florida DOE, background on the upcoming Millage Referendum, and information on back to school for the 2024-25 school year. Stream today! youtu.be/59CON6jwa_A
🚍 Bus route information will be available on the Focus Parent Portal starting today! Contact the Transportation Department at (941) 486-2141 if you do not see your child's transportation information added by August 1 or you need to register for transportation. The Transportation Department office hours the week of July 29th are Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm. Office hours the week of August 5 are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
We’re excited to announce the 2024 Day of Giving, sponsored by Carl Reynolds Law! 🎉 This special event is dedicated to supporting SCS students, families, and staff in our community by providing essential school supplies. 📚 Donations can be made at Carl Reynolds Law locations in Sarasota and Venice.
Free & Reduced Meal Applications for the 2024-25 school year are open! 🍎
Click here to get started: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/o/scs/page/free-reduced-benefits
Please note last year's benefits cover the first 30 days of the new school year.
Don’t miss out on the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, running now through August 11! 🎒✨ Qualifying items are exempt from sales tax. For details and a list of eligible items, visit floridarevenue.com/BacktoSchool.
📚✨ Exciting Updates for Sarasota County Schools! ✨📚
The first day of school is Monday, August 12th! To help you plan and prepare, we have launched a dedicated webpage with all the essential Back 2 School information: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/back2school.
Here are a few essential updates for guardians and students:
⭐New Communication Platform: Rooms - Launching on August 2nd via email and text, Rooms in the SCS mobile app streamlines communication between schools, teachers, staff, guardians, and students.
⭐ New SCS Mobile App - Now includes meal menus, calendars, Rooms, and more.
⭐ New Focus Family Portal App - Manage student schedules, attendance, grades, registration, and more.
⭐ Registration Info - Don't wait! Register for school!
⭐ Bus Route Information - Bus route information will be activated in the Focus Parent Portal the week of July 29th on the newly activated Transportation tab.
⭐ Back 2 School Guide—This year's Back 2 School Guide is packed with essential information on transportation, food & nutrition, student health, and more.
⭐ Back 2 School FAQ - Visit our FAQ section for common questions and answers.
All apps are available on the Apple Store or Google Play. We will be sharing additional back-to-school information over the next two weeks. We look forward to a fantastic school year ahead! 🎒✨
Do you want to make a difference working with students with special needs? Oak Park School is Sarasota County’s district center school, providing educational and therapeutic services to over 300 students with disabilities. They are seeking Classroom Paraprofessionals to support students with significant cognitive, behavioral, emotional, communication, medical, and physical limitations.
The position includes 100% employer-paid benefits and contributions to a retirement plan through the Florida Retirement System (FRS).
Please reach out to recruitment@sarasotacountyschools.net for more information about this unique job opportunity!
The 2024 Olympics start today! We're sending our best wishes to Team USA and giving an extra cheer to our very own athletes from Sarasota County.
Emma Weyant, a former Riverview High and Sarasota Sharks swimmer, is competing for another Olympic medal in the women's 400-meter individual medley. Emma, who won silver in Tokyo 2020 with a time of 4:32.76, will swim on Monday, July 29, at 5 a.m., with the finals later that day at 2:30 p.m.
Mary Tucker, a former Sarasota Military Academy rifle shooter, is back after clinching silver in the Mixed Team Air Rifle event in Tokyo. Shooting qualifications are set for Sunday, July 28, at 3:15 a.m. The finals will follow on Monday, July 29, at 3:30 a.m.
Clark Dean, a Pine View School and Harvard graduate, returns to the Olympics after a fifth-place finish in the Men's 4 boat in Tokyo. This year, Clark will compete in the Men's 8+ boat. Heat 1 is on Monday, July 29, at 5:40 a.m., and Heat 2 is on Tuesday, July 30, at 5:50 a.m.
Jake Ilardi, a Venice High School graduate, competed in the first-ever men’s skateboarding event in Tokyo 2020, finishing 11th. Jake is back for another shot! The men's street preliminary event is on Saturday, July 27, at 6 a.m., with the finals later that day at 11 a.m.
P.S. - Every event will be streamed live on Peacock.
https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/arts-and-entertainment/2024/07/sarasota-bradenton-2024-olympic-athletes
https://www.yourobserver.com/news/2024/jul/24/sarasota-guide-paris-olympics/
"Residents of The Summit of Lakewood Ranch, students from Riverview High School and Vince Marino with Oyster Boys Conservation joined for a vertical oyster garden installation."
https://www.yourobserver.com/news/2024/jul/24/bayfront-park-oyster-gardens/
Sarasota County Schools has again received an "A" grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 21st consecutive year, demonstrating our commitment to academic excellence and continuous advancement!! 🎉🏆
Key Highlights
⭐ 95% of District-managed schools earn grades of "A" or "B," marking historic achievement
⭐ SCS' 3rd grade English Language Arts achievement ranks 2nd amongst all 67 Florida school districts
⭐ SCS ranks 5th amongst all 67 Florida school districts
⭐ Emma Booker Elementary improved from a "C" to "B"
⭐ Brookside Middle improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Woodland Middle improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Brentwood Elementary improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Heron Creek Middle improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Gocio Elementary improved from a "C" to “B”
⭐ Glenallen Elementary improved from a "C" to "B"
⭐ Tuttle Elementary improved from a "C" to "B"
⭐ Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (Charter) improved from a "D" to "C"
⭐ Island Village Montessori School (Charter) improved from a "B" to "A"
⭐ Sky Academy at Venice (Charter) improved from a "C" to "B"
These achievements showcase the dedication, hard work, and collaborative efforts of our students, educators, staff, and community members. THANK YOU, and CONGRATULATIONS!
Learn more: https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/article/1686574
Our SCS Administrative Assistants recently wrapped up an insightful day of professional development! 🌱 As the backbone of our district, their dedication and hard work keep everything running smoothly. Thank you for all you do; your excellence makes a difference! 🙌✨
Mark your calendars for August 17th and 18th because Monster Jam is coming to Amalie Arena! Enjoy the thrill and excitement of this special event inside the comfort of air conditioning. Tickets start at just $22 for SCS families and staff! ❄
Get your tickets here: https://fevo-enterprise.com/group/MonsterJamSarasotaCounty.
SCS families and staff are invited to join the excitement of EPL Soccer when West Ham United takes on Crystal Place FC in the Stateside Cup at Raymond James Stadium on Saturday, August 3, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $30.
Purchase tickets at: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Localschool
Purchase Deadline: August 2, 6:00 PM EDT
For the 2024-2025 school year, SCS will undergo the Science Textbook Adoption process. If you are a parent or guardian interested in serving on the Science Committee, please visit the Instructional Materials website.
https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/page/textbook-adoptions
🌞 Exciting times at Brentwood Elementary's Summer Learning Academy! Our young learners are diving into a world of fun, curiosity, and discovery. A recent adventure? Blowing bubbles! 🌬️✨
