Sarasota County Schools

YOU'RE INVITED: The Sarasota Police Department's 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.

Register today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kops-kids-and-officers-promoting-solidarity-tickets-1990651114069

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

We are excited to announce that Mr. Dustin Coleman has been selected to serve as the new Principal of Oak Park School. 🎉.

We are excited to announce that Mr. Sean Donovan has been selected to serve as the new Principal of Sarasota High School. 🎉

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

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.

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

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

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. 💙

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:

Sarasota County Schools Celebrates Outstanding 2025-2026 Athletic Season Sarasota County Schools student-athletes, coaches, and teams delivered another exceptional year of ...

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! 🎉