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.
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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
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
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
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Did you know the referendum allows each student to receive an additional 30 minutes of instruction per school day, equaling 18 extra days of learning time per year!
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Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
VOTE NOVEMBER 5: Voting Day is coming! Renewing the $114 million millage 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 without raising taxes.
How does the referendum work? Renewing the voter-approved referendum will not increase taxes. The 1 mill has been in place since 2002. For every $1,000 in-home assessment, there will be a $1 tax. (For example, on a home assessed at $300,000 with a $25,000 tax exemption, the tax will equate to $275.)
Learn more: www.sarasotacountyschools.net/referendum
All traditional public schools will remain closed on Thursday, October 10, and Friday, October 11, meaning schools are closed for the entire week (October 7-11). We will provide updates on school reopening after Hurricane Milton has passed, as our facilities team will need time to conduct countywide assessments to ensure that our schools and offices are safe for students, teachers, and staff to return. We have also received many questions about hurricane make-up days and whether the school year will need to be extended. Our district leadership team is working through possible solutions and will provide an update as soon as possible. Evacuation centers (school shelters) will open at 10 AM today (10/8). More information and updates are available at https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/hurricane.
TOMORROW, October 7, is the last day to register to vote!
www.sarasotavotes.gov/Voter-Information/Register-to-Vote
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Welcome back for a Special Edition of the SCS In Tune Podcast. On this episode, Superintendent Terry Connor sits down with Sarasota County Schools Chief of Police Jacob Ruiz, Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt Hoffman, City of Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche, City of Venice Police Chief Charlie Thorpe, City of North Port Police Chief Todd Garrison, and nationally recognized school safety expert Mr. Tim Enos for an important discussion on school safety. In light of increasing threats against schools nationwide, this conversation is meant to provide information on the countywide collaborative efforts to keep students and staff safe here in Sarasota County. 👮♂️🚨 https://youtu.be/sPVQyPbYyEQ
Senior Spotlight. We are so proud of our student, Sophia Woodbury!
The National Honor Society is organizing a Foster Care Drive for the Teens supported by the Safe Children Coalition of Florida. Donations should be new or gently used and can include undergarments, toiletries, shirts, pants, pajamas, and more. Donation boxes are placed upstairs, in the atrium, in the front office, and in front of the media center. Posters with information are in each quad. The Drive will take place through March 29th. Please Donate!
Congratulations, Sophia, on being selected as our SPHS Career Technical Education Student of the Year 23-24 school year! 😊
