Important Reminder:
All Suwannee County School District schools will follow the Early Release Bell Schedule on Friday, May 22, which is the last day of school for students.
Please plan accordingly.
All Suwannee County School District schools will follow the Early Release Bell Schedule on Friday, May 22, which is the last day of school for students.
Please plan accordingly.
As much as we would love some rain this time of year, we are hoping the forecast stays clear for the upcoming Branford and Suwannee graduation ceremonies!
In the event of inclement weather, the following backup plans will be in place:
🏴☠️ Branford High School Graduation
• A decision regarding any changes to the ceremony will be made by 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026.
• If postponed, graduation will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.
• Please follow the Branford High School website and Facebook page for updates.
🐾 Suwannee High School Graduation
• A decision regarding any changes to the ceremony will be made by 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
• If postponed, graduation will take place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.
• Please follow the Suwannee High School website and Facebook page for updates.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure a safe and memorable celebration for our graduates!
In the event of inclement weather, the following backup plans will be in place:
🏴☠️ Branford High School Graduation
• A decision regarding any changes to the ceremony will be made by 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026.
• If postponed, graduation will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.
• Please follow the Branford High School website and Facebook page for updates.
🐾 Suwannee High School Graduation
• A decision regarding any changes to the ceremony will be made by 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
• If postponed, graduation will take place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.
• Please follow the Suwannee High School website and Facebook page for updates.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure a safe and memorable celebration for our graduates!
The Suwannee County School District proudly congratulates the following students for their hard work and dedication as the 2026 Valedictorians and Salutatorians for Branford and Suwannee High School.
Branford High School
Valedictorians - Ryland Roush, Kasey Sapp and Wren Wilkerson
Salutatorians - Jackson Skinner
Suwannee High School
Valedictorians - Charlotte Dunn, Lydia Gunter, Joshua Johnstone and Noah Lopez
Salutatorian - Corey Osborn
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
With summer approaching, the Suwannee County School District is proud to offer FREE summer meals for children 18 and under!
Meals are available from June 1 – July 30 at Branford Elementary School and Suwannee High School
Meals will be available Monday–Thursday with breakfast being offered from 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Weekend meals may be picked up on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please note: SCSD will be closed on Thursday, July 2. Families may pick up weekend meals on Wednesday, July 1 instead.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Meals are available from June 1 – July 30 at Branford Elementary School and Suwannee High School
Meals will be available Monday–Thursday with breakfast being offered from 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Weekend meals may be picked up on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please note: SCSD will be closed on Thursday, July 2. Families may pick up weekend meals on Wednesday, July 1 instead.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Please see the letter from the state of Florida Commissioner of Education.
Due to the current drought conditions and water shortage in our area, we will not be able to host Water Day this year.
We understand this may be disappointing, and we appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the needs of our community during this time.
Thank you for your continued support.
We understand this may be disappointing, and we appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the needs of our community during this time.
Thank you for your continued support.
Through a variety of student support services, the Suwannee County School District works to ensure every student has the resources they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
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 students in the Faith Builders Club from Suwannee Pineview Elementary.
Special recognition went to the 2025-2026 Student Ambassadors
Branford High School - Jon Weisner
Suwannee High School - Cooper Williams
Thank you to these two young men for their valuable input throughout the 2025-2026 school year. Having their presence at the board meetings have brought thoughtful conversations and updates to keep the board members informed on various activities happening on both Branford and Suwannee High campuses.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Happy Principal and Assistant Principals Appreciation Week!
Thank you to our administrative teams for their leadership and commitment to creating positive learning environments for our students and staff.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Thank you to our administrative teams for their leadership and commitment to creating positive learning environments for our students and staff.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
At 9:46 a.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026, Suwannee Middle School (SMS) received an anonymous tip of a firearm on campus.
Out of an abundance of caution, SMS and all other SCSD schools in the area went into an immediate lockdown.
The SMS campus was throughly swept and found the claim to be invalid and no imminent threat was on campus.
Following a complete check of the campus, SMS and all other SCSD schools resumed normal operations.
Thank you to Live Oak Police Department and the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office for their quick response and assistance on ensuring our students and faculty members safety.
Out of an abundance of caution, SMS and all other SCSD schools in the area went into an immediate lockdown.
The SMS campus was throughly swept and found the claim to be invalid and no imminent threat was on campus.
Following a complete check of the campus, SMS and all other SCSD schools resumed normal operations.
Thank you to Live Oak Police Department and the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office for their quick response and assistance on ensuring our students and faculty members safety.
The Suwannee County School District is beginning the instructional materials adoption process for:
• Spanish 1, 2, 3, and 4 (BHS, SHS & SMS)
• Personal Financial Literacy & Money Management (BHS & SHS only)
We value your input and want to hear from you! Please take a moment to complete the surveys below and help guide this important decision-making process. Your feedback makes a difference!
To preview the books, please contact the school(s) directly.
Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/88KDR2Q
Personal Finance: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WL8Y5N7
• Spanish 1, 2, 3, and 4 (BHS, SHS & SMS)
• Personal Financial Literacy & Money Management (BHS & SHS only)
We value your input and want to hear from you! Please take a moment to complete the surveys below and help guide this important decision-making process. Your feedback makes a difference!
To preview the books, please contact the school(s) directly.
Spanish: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/88KDR2Q
Personal Finance: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WL8Y5N7
The SCSD Spring Appeal Window is coming soon. During this window, parents or guardians of elementary students currently enrolled in SRE, SPE, SSE will be able to appeal the placement and submit a request to change elementary schools for the 2026-2027 school year, if desired. The application will be available online in the Focus Student Information System. Please include any information necessary to justify the move in the application.
The School Choice Enrollment Committee will then meet to determine if change requests will be able to be made. Parents or guardians will be notified via email within two weeks of the closing date.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
The School Choice Enrollment Committee will then meet to determine if change requests will be able to be made. Parents or guardians will be notified via email within two weeks of the closing date.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
The Suwannee County School District is applying for a 21st Century Grant for the 2026-27 school year.
This is a competitive grant and we are not guaranteed an award. Your input helps us improve after-school programs and services for students and families
Please use the link below to access the survey:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePZ-IID-c7L1OQa17OEz92NjrPBcWiJpJX1uKYd1MoutptjQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104057461301174682305
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Reminder:
There will be no school from Monday, April 13th to Friday, April 17th for the Suwannee County School District spring break.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Monday, April 20th.
There will be no school from Monday, April 13th to Friday, April 17th for the Suwannee County School District spring break.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Monday, April 20th.
Happy Easter from the Suwannee County School District!
Reminder:
There will be no school on Friday, April 3rd for Good Friday.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Monday, April 6th.
There will be no school on Friday, April 3rd for Good Friday.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Monday, April 6th.
The Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting began with student remarks and pledge to flag by Suwannee Middle School FFA members.
Special recognition by the Superintendent went to District Spelling Bee Winners:
Christian Davis (Melody Christian Academy, 8th Grade) - 1st Place
Ella Soto (Westwood Christian School, 6th Grade) - 2nd Place
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Special recognition by the Superintendent went to District Spelling Bee Winners:
Christian Davis (Melody Christian Academy, 8th Grade) - 1st Place
Ella Soto (Westwood Christian School, 6th Grade) - 2nd Place
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, March 23rd.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, March 24th.
There will be no school on Monday, March 23rd.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, March 24th.
Dear 21st Century Families,
We regret to inform you that due to a reduction in program funding, the 21st Century Program will not be offered in the summer. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause your family.
We remain committed to bringing this program back and are actively applying for a new 21st Century grant for the 2026-2027 school year. If funding is awarded, we will share updates on our school websites as soon as information becomes available.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and programs.
Suwannee County School District
We regret to inform you that due to a reduction in program funding, the 21st Century Program will not be offered in the summer. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause your family.
We remain committed to bringing this program back and are actively applying for a new 21st Century grant for the 2026-2027 school year. If funding is awarded, we will share updates on our school websites as soon as information becomes available.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and programs.
Suwannee County School District
Please see the memo from the Commissioner of Education.
