Sarasota County Schools

06/08/2026

FREE summer meals are available for children across Sarasota County. ☀️🍎

Want to know where meals are available, who is eligible, and how Sarasota County Schools works with community partners to support students throughout the summer?

Listen to the latest episode of the SCS "In Tune!" Podcast featuring representatives from All Faiths Food Bank and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. Together, they're helping ensure children have access to nutritious meals while school is out of session.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 🎧 Also available in Spanish and Russian!

YouTube 👉 https://youtu.be/Eq2uQ9NaUc4

06/04/2026

Secondary Quarter 4 report cards are now available in the Focus Parent Portal.

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Families can view report cards through the SCS Portal app or by logging into Focus on a computer or mobile browser. If you need assistance accessing your child’s report card, please contact your child’s school.

06/04/2026

WAY TO GO Atwater Elementary, Brentwood Elementary School, Cranberry Elementary, and Fruitville Elementary!! 🥳

Congratulations to our Gold Level K-5 Everglades Champion Schools! 🏅

06/04/2026

Congratulations to the six Sarasota County Schools educators selected as recipients of the Spring 2026 Ripple Effect Teacher Award from the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation. 🍎✨

Each recipient was recognized for making a lasting impact on students, colleagues, and their school community through exceptional dedication, innovation, and care.

Congratulations to:

⭐ Hal Anderson, Booker High School
⭐ Ken Hall, Oak Park School
⭐ Stacy Lenz, Gulf Gate Elementary
⭐ Tonya Quinn, Phillippi Shores an IB World School
⭐ Erin Tuttle, Brentwood Elementary School
⭐ Megan Ehlers, Sarasota High School

Thank you for the difference you make every day and for creating a ripple effect that extends far beyond the classroom. 💙

06/03/2026

What a year for Sarasota County Schools Athletics. 🏆

During the 2025-2026 school year, SCS student-athletes earned 26 district championships, 12 regional championships, 2 team state championships, multiple individual state titles, and numerous academic and athletic honors. 📚🏅

From the classroom to the competition field, court, pool, track, and beyond, our students continued to demonstrate excellence, determination, and sportsmanship.

Congratulations to all of our student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors, and supporters on an incredible year.

Learn more:

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06/02/2026

We are proud to recognize the Sarasota Virtual School Class of 2026 and celebrate the hard work, perseverance, and dedication that led them to earning a high school diploma. 🎓

Did you know? Sarasota Virtual School is a tuition-free online public school serving students in grades K-12. Students benefit from a flexible learning environment while families have access to a local Sarasota County Schools team for support throughout the school year.

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Learn more at www.sarasotavirtualschool.net and click Full Time Enrollment.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎉

06/02/2026

A surprise recognition for someone who always puts students and families first. 💙🚌

This month's SCS Cares spotlight celebrates Karah Bagley from Transportation for going above and beyond to support a family in need and for the compassion, kindness, and dedication she brings to her work every day.

Thank you, Karah, for making a difference and for showing what it means to put students and families at the heart of everything you do. 😊

Submit an SCS Cares recognition at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/scscares.

06/01/2026

The June edition of In Touch is here. ☀️

Inside this month's issue, you'll find graduation highlights from across SCS, summer learning resources, transportation updates, finalized school start times for 2026-2027, volunteer recognitions, student and staff spotlights, and more.

Plus, learn about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's visit to Emma E. Booker Elementary, celebrate our retirees, and explore a new kindergarten readiness resource for families.

https://bit.ly/June2026InTouch

06/01/2026

SPECIAL SOCCER OFFER: SCS families, staff, and friends are invited to attend the Florida Series soccer game on June 6, where England will take on New Zealand at Raymond James Stadium. ⚽🏆

Tickets start at $50, and a portion of every ticket sold will support SCS.

To purchase, contact Haley Cameron at (813) 301-6813 or [email protected] before June 4!

05/31/2026

Congratulations to Ethan Brattli, a senior at Suncoast Polytechnical High School, on being named a winner in the America250FL Essay Contest!!

Ethan's award-winning essay, “Andrew Jackson and the Influence of Federalism in Florida,” was selected as one of the top entries in the state. He was recognized at a special reception hosted by Governor Ron DeSantis at the Governor’s Mansion in Tallahassee.

The America250FL Art and Essay Contest invited students to create original works based on the theme, “Celebrating Florida’s Contributions to America.” As a contest winner, Ethan received a college scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation. 🎉

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