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Sarasota | Schools

In terms of points, the district continues to maintain its position as the third highest school district in Florida, behind St. John’s and Gilchrist counties
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • July 11, 2019
School district announces official state-provided grades

Sarasota County Schools was one of 24 Florida school districts to earn an A grade for the 2018-2019 academic year.

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The data-sharing agreement comes on the heels of the county's approval to open two libraries for Sunday hours
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • July 10, 2019
County and School Board OK library agreement

The initiative is specifically aimed at increasing digital-resource access for students and educators.

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Zickafoose says she'd like a student body comprised evenly of 50% Spanish-dominant students and 50% English-dominant students
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • July 9, 2019
Lack of facility delays opening of county’s first dual-language charter school

Academy leaders have already notified the families of the more than 200 students who had pre-enrolled and registered for the fall

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Julia Krzywanski.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 4, 2019
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Julia Krzywanski

The EVO Athletics gymnast talks winning at regionals and her dream of visiting Germany.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Volunteers, business partners and guest speakers will also all go through an automated background check via online portal
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • June 25, 2019
Controversial presentation prompts classroom changes

The Sarasota County School Board sought to tighten the approval process of guest speaker material in district classrooms.

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Brooks Tracey and Kim Farrell want to bring positivity to Sarasota Middle School through the Inspirational Art and Quotes Project.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • May 30, 2019
Positivity through art: Sarasota Middle School project promotes acceptance

Sarasota Middle School students and teachers work to bring positivity into each day with project.

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  • Neighbors
Superintendent Todd Bowden says he is " optimistic the school district and SC/TA will agree on a new contract that benefits all ... employees"
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • May 28, 2019
School district begins negotiations with Sarasota Classified Teachers Association

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.

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According to Swezey, his motivation and flexibility are what set him apart from other educators
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • May 23, 2019
Teaching-award finalist helps pupils find a voice

Shane Swezey, a Sarasota educator and board-certified music therapist, uses music as more than just an instrument for fun.

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Brentwood Elementary School. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • May 21, 2019
Brentwood Elementary to hold vigil for 9-year-old killed on way to school

The event will be at Brentwood Elementary, located at 2500 Vinson Avenue in Sarasota.

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  • News
Maureen Wilt said that Lucas Giffard’s leadership skills set him apart from other scholarship applicants.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • May 17, 2019
Surprise! Pine View School senior receives $20,000 scholarship from FPL

Florida Power and Light Co. surprised Lucas Gifford with an annual scholarship.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Shane Swezey surrounded by students and staff at Oak Park School along with school district administrators and Florida Department of Education leadership. Photo courtesy of the Florida Department of Education.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • May 8, 2019
Oak Park School music teacher named Teacher of the Year finalist

Swezey is one of five statewide finalists for 2020.

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  • News
An alert that was posted on Twitter by the school district. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • May 7, 2019
Limited lockdown at Tuttle Elementary lifted after reports of nearby shooting

Tuttle Elementary is located at 2868 8th Street in Sarasota.

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A music ensemble at Pine View High School. Courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 30, 2019
Pine View School ranked among best high schools statewide, nationally

Riverview High School also ranked No. 52 in the state, with Suncoast Polytechnical High School following close behind at No. 58.

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  • News
A line of Sarasota County Schools Police Department cruisers sit outside of the district offices at The Landings.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 30, 2019
Sarasota school police will staff all public campuses next year

The Sarasota County Schools Police Department will now have a presence in every public school in the district.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • April 23, 2019
Sheriff’s Office participates in “Operation School Zone Safety”

The Sheriff’s Office’s participation is in partnership with the Florida Sheriffs Association.

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