Florence 1 Schools

09/20/2026

Inside Florence 1 Schools
September 20, 2026
https://youtu.be/onRvzjpUiBQ

09/19/2026

Friday afternoon, North Vista Elementary pulled off a heartwarming surprise, gathering staff, students, family and even a few former co-workers to help surprise Principal Sharon Dixon.

Revisit the special moment Ms. Dixon found out that she is the Florence 1 Schools Principal of the Year. ❤️💛

09/18/2026

Surrounded by the cheers of hundreds of excited North Vista tigers, Principal Sharon Dixon received an unforgettable surprise Friday afternoon when she was named the Florence 1 Schools Principal of the Year.

Dixon’s family watched proudly as district administrators presented her with flowers and an award, along with a banner that can be hung at North Vista to celebrate her award.

Shand Josey, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education, said that Dixon embodies the very best qualities of a school principal.

“Mrs. Sharon Dixon has been the cornerstone of North Vista Elementary and the school community, serving as the principal for 30 years,” Josey said. “She leads with a genuine love for children and an unwavering belief in their ability to succeed. Her passion for students, dedication to her staff, and commitment to finding new ways to help students thrive have helped shape North Vista into the special place it is today. Mrs. Dixon has made a lasting difference in the lives of so many students and families, and we are honored to recognize her as Florence One Schools’ Principal of the Year.”

Read more https://florence1schools.link/BT5CCGG

Congratulations, Ms. Dixon!

09/18/2026

This Week in Florence 1 Schools
September 18, 2026

https://app.smore.com/n/3nqgy-the-week-in-florence-1-schools

09/17/2026

09/15/2026

We are excited to begin the registration process for this year's Extended Day Intersession Camp! The mission of the Extended Day Academy is to offer many diverse opportunities for your child. During the October Intersession break, the Extended Day Office will host a fun and engaging Arts and STEM Intersession Camp.

Locations: Carver Elementary School and RN Beck Child Development Center (*3/4-year-olds will attend R.N. Beck only)

Hours: 7am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday

Dates: October 12th-16th

Fee: The cost is $80 per child for the week and includes breakfast and lunch.

Registration closes on October 2, 2026, at 6pm. Register now at https://florence1schools.link/October2026IntersessionCamp

09/15/2026

09/15/2026

Three students in Florence 1 Schools have been identified as Semifinalists in the 72nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program, an annual academic competition for US high school students. They are Aaron Cheng, Isabel Quann and Kashish Solanki, all of Wilson High School.

The National Merit Scholarship Program awards high-achieving high school seniors with funds for their undergraduate studies. The three Florence 1 students are among approximately 16,000 Semifinalists who now have an opportunity to continue in the competition for nearly 6,700 scholarships worth more than $24 million that will be offered next spring.

To be considered for a Merit Scholarship award, Semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the Finalist level of the competition. About 95 percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and approximately half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title.

Congratulations to Aaron, Isabel, and Kashish on this incredible achievement!

09/13/2026

Inside Florence 1 Schools
September 13, 2026
https://youtu.be/sQFEHx3dBH4

09/12/2026