Gulf Coast Academy of Innovation & Technology

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

We can’t wait to welcome our students and families back for Meet the Teacher & Schedule Pickup at Gulf Coast Academy of Innovation & Technology @ Brookside!

🗓️ Thursday, August 6th

⏰ 7th & 8th Grade: 3:00–4:00 PM
⏰ 6th Grade: 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Please arrive during your designated time slot and report to the cafeteria for a copy of your schedule.

Incoming 6th Grade Families: Join us for an optional informational parent meeting from 4:30–5:00 PM in the cafeteria.

Can’t make it? No worries! Student schedules will be available through the FOCUS Portal.

We look forward to seeing everyone and kicking off an amazing school year! 💙💚 Enjoy the rest of your summer.

NEW transportation registration, a new parent app, student ID badge scanning, updated routes, and important deadlines. 🚌

If your child rides the bus or may need transportation next school year, don't miss this episode of the SCS "In Tune!" Podcast. Learn about the changes coming for the 2026–2027 school year, including how to register for transportation, when route information will be available, and how the new My Ride K-12 app will help families stay informed.

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

YT 👉 https://youtu.be/K1XJJj3Od1s

Looking for a fun way to explore future careers and build new skills this summer?

Our friends at Keiser University Sarasota are hosting their 2nd Annual Esports & Culinary Summer Camp! Students ages 10–18 will have the opportunity to experience competitive gaming, esports coaching, culinary workshops, and outdoor recreation in a hands-on learning environment.

📅 July 20–23
⏰ 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Keiser University Sarasota
🍽️ Lunch and snacks provided

Whether your student is interested in esports, content creation, culinary arts, or exploring potential career pathways, this camp is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and have fun while gaining real-world experience.

For registration and additional information, visit Keiser University’s summer camp page or scan the QR code in the flyer. Keiser Sarasota Esports

YOU'RE INVITED: Our next K.O.P.S. event is happening Tuesday, June 16, at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex (RLTCC), from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for kids ages 8-15.

K.O.P.S. is Kids and Officers Promoting Solidarity. There will be free dinner and kids will have a chance to interact with our officers while playing video games or taking part in a basketball game.

We hope to see you there! Register today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kops-kids-and-officers-promoting-solidarity-tickets-1990651114069?aff=oddtdtcreator

Investing in our students starts with investing in our teachers. Today and tomorrow, a group of our teachers are attending the Artificial Intelligence in Education Summit at USF, learning from experts and exploring how emerging technologies can support student success. We look forward to bringing new ideas and innovative practices back to our classrooms as we continue preparing students for the future. 🚀🤖

Summer Basketball Open Gym - Please visit our school website under Families —> Parents and Students —> 2026 Summer Basketball.

Today we had the honor of celebrating four incredible retirees whose dedication has left a lasting impact on Brookside and our district. Together, they represent 112 years of service to Brookside and over 120 years of service to our district.

We couldn’t be more excited for this well-deserved next chapter! Congratulations and thank you for your years of commitment, care, and support for our students and school community. 💙

⭐ Larry Cook, Custodian (not pictured) – 30 years
⭐ Holly DeWitt, Teacher – 28 years
⭐ Marina Pope, Teacher – 30 years
⭐ Paul Serino, Behavior Coach/AD – 24 years

Your legacy will always be part of Brookside!

🎓✨ Celebrating Our Amazing 8th Grade Class! ✨🎓
What a memorable and uplifting 8th grade promotion ceremony! We had the honor of celebrating not just the end of a school year, but the completion of an important chapter in our students’ journeys.
We are so proud of each and every student for their hard work, resilience, and growth. Watching you walk across the stage was a beautiful reminder of all you’ve accomplished—and all the incredible things still ahead of you. 🌟
As we say goodbye, it’s not without excitement for your future. You are ready for high school and beyond, and we know you will continue to shine wherever you go. Carry these memories, friendships, and lessons with you.
Once part of our school, always part of our family. 💚💙
Congratulations, Class of 2026 — we’ll miss you! 🎉

And that’s a wrap on an amazing year! 🌞
Thank you for a wonderful school year, and congratulations to our students moving on to high school. We are so proud of you. Go be GREAT and enjoy your summer!

🎉 It’s the LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! 🎉
We made it! Congratulations to our students, families, and staff on a year of hard work, growth, and success. We wish everyone a safe, fun, and well‑deserved summer break—see you next year! ☀️📚
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