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Feeding Minds Starts with Feeding Bodies Every day, Suwannee County School Food Services serves over 10,000 meals—providing breakfast, lunch, and after-school snacks to fuel our students' learning and growth. We are committed to: ✅ Nutritious, high-quality meals ✅ Menus students love ✅ Supporting student success through nutrition The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

Get ready for the 2025-2026 Suwannee County School District New Hire Orientation! We are excited to welcome all new instructional and non-instructional employees to the Suwannee County School District family! Please see below for details on our upcoming New Hire Orientation: 📅 Day 1: Thursday, July 24th 🕢 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 📍 Location: SCSD Board Room 1740 Ohio Avenue South, Live Oak, FL 32064 ☕ Breakfast provided by United Teachers Union 🍽️ Lunch provided by Acentria Insurance ✅ Required for all instructional and non-instructional new hires 📅 Day 2: Tuesday, July 29th 🕣 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 📍 Location: SCSD Resource Center 305 Pinewood Drive, Live Oak, FL 32064 ✅ Instructional employees only Have questions? Give us a call at (386) 647-4634 or (386) 647-4641. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

The Suwannee County School District is excited to announce we have an official Instagram account! We’re excited to connect with our students, families, staff, and community in a whole new way. 👉 Stay tuned for: ✅ Student & staff achievements ✅ Important updates & announcements ✅ Events across all campuses ✅ Behind-the-scenes moments ✅ And so much more! Give us a follow (@Suwannee_County_Schools) and tell a friend to do the same! The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

There will be an informational meeting for incoming Suwannee High School (SHS) Freshmen & their parents tonight, June 10th, at 6:00 p.m. in the SHS Auditorium. Please make plans to attend. If you need additional information, please reach out to SHS or check their Facebook page.

Caring in Suwannee | Suwannee Strong 🤝 In Suwannee County, we believe that strong schools begin with strong relationships. Our incredible community partnerships are the heart of our success through supporting students, enriching classrooms, and creating lasting impact far beyond school walls. Together, we are: Fostering safe, welcoming environments Expanding opportunities for all Helping every student thrive Because in Suwannee, we don’t just educate students—we care for them. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

🗣️ Big news, Suwannee! Thanks to their dedication, passion, and excellence, the teachers in the Suwannee County School District have been ranked as one of the best in Florida in Niche’s 2025 Best Schools and Districts rankings! This honor reflects the hard work happening in every classroom, every day! 📚 To our teachers: THANK YOU for helping us grow futures and set the standard for excellence in education. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

The Suwannee County School District Food Services Department is excited to provide meals for students this summer! 📍 Open Sites: Every Thursday (excluding July 3rd) at: Suwannee High School Branford Elementary School 🕗 Meal Times: Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 📦 Non-congregant meal kits can be picked up at: Suwannee High School & Branford Elementary School 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Non-congregant meal kits are available for anyone under the age of 18. Within these kits are enough meals for the weekend. Your child has to be present to receive the kit. No child goes hungry this summer!

Rooted in Suwannee — Small Town, Big Opportunities! Here in Suwannee County, we blend a close-knit community with forward-thinking innovation. ✅ Safe, welcoming campuses ✅ Personalized support for every student ✅ Tech-forward classrooms that prepare students for tomorrow When you choose the Suwannee County School District, you're not just choosing an education—you're choosing a family. The best futures are Rooted in Suwannee! The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

Summer Hours Now in Effect! Please be advised that Suwannee County School District will begin operating under summer hours starting Monday, June 2nd. 🗓 Schedule: 📅 Monday – Thursday ⏰ 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 📌 Normal hours will resume Monday, August 4th. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

The Suwannee County School Board regular meeting began with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Suwannee High School senior class officers for the 2025-2026 school year. Special recognition by the Superintendent went to:
2024-2025 Student Ambassadors Ashley Morales (Branford High School) Charlotte Dunn (Suwannee High School) 2025 Congressional Art Competition Jayden Jones (Branford High School) - Awarded Best Drawing Cansadie Huff (Branford High School) - Awarded Best Mixed Media Congratulations to these students for their achievements! The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

School’s Out for Summer! The final bell has rung, and summer has officially begun! Wishing all of our students, teachers and staff a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break. You’ve earned it! See you next school year!

As we wrap up the school year, the Suwannee County School District would like to extend appreciation to our two student ambassadors, Charlotte Dunn from Suwannee High School and Ashley Morales from Branford High School, for the 2024-2025 school year. These students have gone above and beyond in their role, representing their schools with pride and professionalism. Their voices at school board meetings brought valuable student perspectives and their presence made a lasting impression on our board members, district leaders and staff. Your presence in meetings have truly made a difference. Thank you for being incredible ambassadors and role models for your peers. We can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next! Congratulations and best wishes for your future! The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

Honoring Our 2024-2025 Valedictorians and Salutatorians 🎓 The Suwannee County School District proudly recognizes the outstanding academic achievements of our Branford High School and Suwannee High School Class of 2025 Valedictorians and Salutatorians! 🏴‍☠️ Branford High School 🟧 Valedictorian: Dante Rios Rodriguez 🟦 Salutatorian: Troy Roberts 🐾 Suwannee High School 🟩 Valedictorians: Jonas Jernigan, Krista Law, & Lola Ballard
 ⬜️ Salutatorian: Emma Dean These students have demonstrated remarkable dedication and perseverance throughout their academic journeys. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and know their futures are filled with promise and possibility. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

Reminder: This Week is a Full Week for Students! ✅ There are NO early release days this week. ✅ Students will follow the regular school schedule each day. Thank you for staying informed, and let’s finish the week strong!

Congratulations, Graduates! 🎓 The Suwannee County School District Board Members and Superintendent Gray proudly celebrate the graduates of Branford High School, Suwannee High School and RIVEROAK Technical College! We wish you success, happiness and fulfillment in all your future endeavors. As you embark on new journeys, always remember your roots in Suwannee County. We are proud of you and know that your future is bright! Congratulations, Class of 2025! The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This week, the Suwannee County School District celebrates and honors the incredible educators who inspire, support and guide our students every day. Your dedication, passion and unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of students do not go unnoticed. Thank you for everything you do! The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

The Live Oak Lions Club hosted the 62nd Annual Senior Top 10% Awards Banquet Program at Suwannee High School, celebrating the academic achievements of the top graduates from Branford High School and Suwannee High School. This long-standing tradition recognizes students who rank in the top 10 percent of their graduating class—a remarkable achievement reflecting years of hard work and dedication. Congratulations to the honorees: Branford High School Laila Arnold Ashlyn Blalock Maya Brown Ilan Mallet William Mijangos Isaac Pitts Erika Rioux Dante Rodriguez Rios Troy Roberts Madyson Sikes Suwannee High School Lola Ballard Elaina Bowles Christopher Caldwell Cade Cannon Natalie Combs Angelina Crespo Emma Dean Jalyn Delcastillo Matthew Djulvez Katreenah Hamor Lily Ingram Jonas Jernigan Elijah Jolicoeur Krista Law Jose Malave Rodriguez Trenton Marshall Whitton Musgrove Claire Palmer Cielo Rodriguez Jordyn Rodriguez Sarah Shockley Camden Swartz Veronica Vargas Janiya Washington Kirsten Yaun In addition to their recognition for being in the top 10 percent of their graduating class, Ashlyn Blalock of Branford High School and Whitton Musgrove of Suwannee High School were awarded scholarships for their outstanding academic excellence. The Suwannee County School District extends its gratitude to the Live Oak Lions Club for continuing to support student success and honor excellence in education.

Stakeholder Engagement & Comprehensive Needs Assessment for Federal Programs 2024-25 Survey for 2025-26 Federal Programs Planning The Suwannee County School District (SCSD) values your voice! As we plan for the 2025-26 school year, we are seeking input to help shape how we use Federal Education Funds under Titles I-V and Title IX. 💬 Your feedback plays an essential role in ensuring our programs and resources support student achievement across the district. Each year, SCSD submits applications for federal funding—and stakeholder input is a critical part of that process. 👉 Please take a few minutes to review the information and complete the survey to help guide our priorities and planning for the upcoming school year. 🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclFWbsCLqqiTT7Ofm8g63mXkwokxBRvmPLt2ibuq7EIbBVKQ/viewform Thank you for partnering with us to support every student, every day!

We are proud to support New Worlds Reading, Florida’s free program that helps young children discover the power of their imaginations through a love of reading. Your child may be eligible to receive free books and reading activities each month of the school year through fifth grade. Learn more: newworldsreading.com

The Suwannee County School District would like to take a moment to recognize Tammy Neil, SMS Broadcasting/Video Production and Esports Club Head Coach, for being recognized by EdTech magazine as one of the 30 K-12 Influencers to Follow in 2025! Read more about Neil and her recognition at the link below: https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2025/04/30-k-12-it-influencers-follow-2025 The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!