The November edition of Suwannee Stories is here!
This month’s newsletter is packed with highlights from around the district — celebrating the career fair at Riverside Elementary, RIVEROAK hosting Congresswoman Kat Cammack and SHS homecoming festivities!
Check it out to stay connected and see what’s happening across Suwannee County Schools!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
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Last night, the Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting began with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Branford High School.
Special recognition by Superintendent Gray went to Branford students who achieved perfect scores on the 2025 Spring Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) assessment.
Congratulations to these outstanding students for their hard work and academic excellence!
Thank you to Branford High School for hosting us!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, October 27th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 28th.
There will be no school on Monday, October 27th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 28th.
MEP/ELL Parent Night
Join us on Wednesday, October 29th, at Suwannee Springcrest Elementary starting at 7:00 p.m.
Learn strategies, tips, and tools to support your child’s reading development
Enjoy a FREE meal for registered participants
Participate in reading activities and games
Plus—free giveaways!
To pre-register, simply scan the QR code on the flyer.
Join us on Wednesday, October 29th, at Suwannee Springcrest Elementary starting at 7:00 p.m.
Learn strategies, tips, and tools to support your child’s reading development
Enjoy a FREE meal for registered participants
Participate in reading activities and games
Plus—free giveaways!
To pre-register, simply scan the QR code on the flyer.
Homecoming Week Update! 🐾
In observance of Suwannee High School’s Homecoming Parade, all Live Oak schools will have an early release day on Friday, October 24, 2025.
🕐 Please check the early release schedule on the SCSD website for details.
🎈 The Homecoming Parade begins at 3:30 p.m., and we can’t wait to come together to celebrate our Bulldogs!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
October is National Principals Month!
This month, we celebrate and thank all of our incredible principals across the Suwannee County School District. Their leadership make a lasting difference in the lives of our students every single day.
Please join us in showing appreciation for our principals!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
This month, we celebrate and thank all of our incredible principals across the Suwannee County School District. Their leadership make a lasting difference in the lives of our students every single day.
Please join us in showing appreciation for our principals!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Happy National School Lunch Week!
This week, we celebrate the importance of healthy, nutritious meals and the incredible Food Service staff who keep our students fueled for success every day.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
This week, we celebrate the importance of healthy, nutritious meals and the incredible Food Service staff who keep our students fueled for success every day.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, October 13th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14th.
There will be no school on Monday, October 13th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14th.
Congratulations to:
Laura Williams, Principal at Suwannee High School, has been named Principal of the Year! 🐾
Melinda Ahrens, Assistant Principal at Branford Elementary School, has been named Assistant Principal of the Year! 🏴☠️
We are so proud of these outstanding leaders and the way they represent the Suwannee County School District. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Laura Williams, Principal at Suwannee High School, has been named Principal of the Year! 🐾
Melinda Ahrens, Assistant Principal at Branford Elementary School, has been named Assistant Principal of the Year! 🏴☠️
We are so proud of these outstanding leaders and the way they represent the Suwannee County School District. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible custodial staff for all that you do to keep our schools safe, clean, and welcoming every single day.
Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but it makes a BIG difference for our students and staff. We appreciate you today and every day!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but it makes a BIG difference for our students and staff. We appreciate you today and every day!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
One of the best ways to live a healthy, happy, and successful life is by making responsible choices. This means thinking about how your decisions will affect you — both now and in the future.
💡 Tips for making responsible choices:
✔️ Think ahead — prepare yourself before stressful situations.
✔️ Consider the consequences of your actions.
✔️ Choose the path that keeps you safe, healthy, and moving toward your biggest goals.
💡 Tips for making responsible choices:
✔️ Think ahead — prepare yourself before stressful situations.
✔️ Consider the consequences of your actions.
✔️ Choose the path that keeps you safe, healthy, and moving toward your biggest goals.
New Month, New Newsletter!
Stay up to date with all the latest news, highlights, and upcoming events across the Suwannee County School District. 📰
👉 Check out the newest issue here: https://5il.co/3qis3
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
New FREE Learning Resource for Suwannee Families!
Suwannee County Schools is excited to share a new opportunity now available to our families — Varsity Tutors, at no cost!
Through this platform, students can:
✅ Access 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring for homework, classwork, or test prep.
✅ Get on-demand essay review to strengthen writing skills.
✅ Explore live group classes, recorded lessons, and celebrity-led StarCourses for fun, engaging learning.
✅ Use practice problems, assessments, and self-study tools to build mastery in key subjects.
✅ Take advantage of college prep & admissions resources to prepare for the future.
To see for yourself, please visit the SCSD website for Varsity Tutors: https://www.suwannee.k12.fl.us/page/free-tutoring-with-varsity-tutors
Suwannee County Schools is excited to share a new opportunity now available to our families — Varsity Tutors, at no cost!
Through this platform, students can:
✅ Access 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring for homework, classwork, or test prep.
✅ Get on-demand essay review to strengthen writing skills.
✅ Explore live group classes, recorded lessons, and celebrity-led StarCourses for fun, engaging learning.
✅ Use practice problems, assessments, and self-study tools to build mastery in key subjects.
✅ Take advantage of college prep & admissions resources to prepare for the future.
To see for yourself, please visit the SCSD website for Varsity Tutors: https://www.suwannee.k12.fl.us/page/free-tutoring-with-varsity-tutors
Screening for Type 1 Diabetes - What parents need to know:
Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, September 29th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 30th.
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
There will be no school on Monday, September 29th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 30th.
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
Due to incoming weather, the following changes will take place for Branford’s homecoming parade:
Start time has been changed from 11:15 a.m to 11:00 a.m.
Line up for the parade has been changed from 10:30 a.m to 10:15 a.m.
The Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program provides FREE eye exams and glasses for eligible students!
💻 Apply today at: www.floridaheiken.org
💻 Apply today at: www.floridaheiken.org
The Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting kicked off with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Suwannee Middle School Broadcasting Program students.
Special recognition by the Superintendent went to the Suwannee County School Board for completion of Master Board training.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
It’s National Celebrate Freedom Week! 🇺🇸
This week, we reflect on the founding principles of our nation.
Let’s continue to honor the freedoms we cherish and pass them on to the next generation.
This week, we reflect on the founding principles of our nation.
Let’s continue to honor the freedoms we cherish and pass them on to the next generation.
Happy I.T. Professionals Day!
Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible I.T. team for all they do behind the scenes to keep our schools connected and running smoothly. From maintaining technology to solving problems big and small, their hard work ensures that students and staff have the tools they need to succeed every single day.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible I.T. team for all they do behind the scenes to keep our schools connected and running smoothly. From maintaining technology to solving problems big and small, their hard work ensures that students and staff have the tools they need to succeed every single day.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
