Certain positions within the district were paid below the regional average, according to a study conducted by Sarasota County Schools and Evergreen Solutions earlier this year.
Shane Swezey, a Sarasota educator and board-certified music therapist, uses music as more than just an instrument for fun.
The event will be at Brentwood Elementary, located at 2500 Vinson Avenue in Sarasota.
Florida Power and Light Co. surprised Lucas Gifford with an annual scholarship.
Swezey is one of five statewide finalists for 2020.
Tuttle Elementary is located at 2868 8th Street in Sarasota.
Riverview High School also ranked No. 52 in the state, with Suncoast Polytechnical High School following close behind at No. 58.
