Yesterday at a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing, Space Florida, the state’s aerospace finance and development authority, announced partnerships with 23 school districts across Florida to begin implementation of the Space Florida Academy Program within those districts. The program aims to connect students with high-demand credentials and skills necessary to work in the aerospace industry; credentials that may not have been traditionally associated with the aerospace industry.
In collaboration with industry leaders, the Florida Department of Education, the Florida Department of Commerce, the REACH Office (Reimagining Education and Career Help), and CareerSource Florida, the Space Florida Academy Program will focus on reframing aerospace job characterization by focusing on the following target areas to meet current and future industry demand:
Aviation/Aerospace
Advanced Manufacturing
Construction
Cybersecurity/IT
Logistics
Semiconductors
“The Space Florida Academy Program offers a new trajectory for students to explore careers in aerospace by breaking down legacy perceptions of what an aerospace career requires,” said Rob Long, president and CEO, Space Florida. “By bringing industry together with education, the program helps highlight these opportunities and ascertains what is truly needed now, and in the future, to meet workforce demands.”
“The Space Florida Academy Program represents a pivotal step in ensuring that our students are equipped with the skills and credentials needed to thrive in the aerospace industry,” said Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, Space Florida Board Chair." By collaborating with industry leaders and educational institutions, we are creating a pathway for Florida’s students to pursue high-demand careers and secure our state’s position as a global leader in aerospace innovation.”
Nearly every high school in Florida offers some level of credential and certificate programs identified as desirable by the aerospace industry. Rebranding these courses as part of the Space Florida Academy Program further highlights a pathway to potential well-paid employment with a high school diploma.
The following counties participated in the MoU signing ceremony: Baker, Brevard, Charlotte, Columbia, Dixie, Duval, Flagler, Hamilton, Hernando, Lake, Levy, Martin, Marion, Miami-Dade, Nassau, Osceola, Orange, Palm Beach, PK Yonge, Putnam, St. Lucie, Santa Rosa, and Suwannee.
Today, the Suwannee County School District held a new hire orientation, welcoming a group of new team members! We are thrilled to have these individuals join our team and look forward to the contributions they will make to our district.
Welcome aboard, and we wish you all a fantastic start to the school year!
Backpack Stuff day was a major success!
A huge thank you to all the amazing volunteers who joined us today and helped fill over 1,000 backpacks! These backpacks will be distributed at Meet Your Teacher, ensuring our students have the supplies they need for a great start to the school year. Your support and dedication are appreciated!
The Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting began with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Suwannee Virtual School students.
Thank you to these students for coming to our meeting!
Join us for the Back to School Bash! Dates range from August 5-9, with specified "Meet Your Teacher" times at each school.
Each backpack includes a variety of supplies to help students of all ages.
Get ready for the new school year by joining us for Meet Your Teacher! Please mark your calendars and make plans to attend. We look forward to welcoming students and parents to an exciting new school year!
Get ready for the 2024-2025 school year with the new Suwannee County School District mobile app. The mobile app allows users to select preferences and customize their experience, providing a more personalized interaction.
To download the app, search "Suwannee School District, FL" in your App Store.
The Suwannee County School District my choice for high quality education!
Get ready for the new school year by joining us for Meet Your Teacher! Please mark your calendars and make plans to attend.
We look forward to welcoming students and parents to an exciting new school year!
The Suwannee County School District will be closed in observance of the 4th of July.
We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Join us for the Back to School Bash!
Dates range from August 5-9, with specified "Meet Your Teacher" times at each school.
Each backpack includes a variety of supplies to help students of all ages.
Do not forget about the Suwannee County School District summer feeding program!
The program is available to anyone under the age of 18.
Open Site: Suwannee High School
Breakfast runs from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Other sites (Branford Elementary, Suwannee Middle, Pineview Elementary, Riverside Elementary, Springcrest Elementary and the Suwannee River Regional Library) will offer breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Every Thursday, except July 4th, meals can be picked up between 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Suwannee High and from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Branford Elementary.
Please see the attached photo for the 2024 Meet Your Teacher Schedule
Join us for the Back to School Bash!
Dates range from August 5-9, with specified "Meet Your Teacher" times being announced soon.
Each backpack includes a variety of supplies to help students of all ages.
The Wellness Clinic will be temporarily closing due to construction starting June 17, 2024, for a period of five weeks. This closure is essential as we undergo much-needed renovations aimed at enhancing the functionality and overall patient experience within the clinic. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that these improvements will greatly benefit all who seek our services. Please stay tuned for updates on our grand reopening, expected toward the end of July. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to an even better Wellness Clinic soon.
For any questions or concerns during the temporary closure period, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at 386-647-4690.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this renovation period.
The Suwannee County School District is excited to offer a summer feeding program!
The program is available to anyone under the age of 18.
Open Site: Suwannee High School.
Breakfast runs from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Other sites (Branford Elementary, Suwannee Middle, Pineview Elementary, Riverside Elementary, Springcrest Elementary and the Suwannee River Regional Library) will offer breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Every Thursday, except July 4th, meals can be picked up between 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Suwannee High and Branford Elementary.
Just as a reminder, the Suwannee County School District is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the month of June and July.
The District Advisory Council will have a meeting on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Suwannee County School District Administrative Office, 1740 Ohio Avenue, South Live Oak, Florida.
District Advisory Council meetings are open to the public.
Due to the severe line of storms that came through the area this morning, and the resulting mass power outages that have occurred, the Suwannee County School District will be releasing school early today, Friday, May 10.
Bus routes will begin to run at 12:30. Student drivers will be dismissed as soon as school administration deems it safe to do so. Parents and guardians are welcome to return to schools to check-out students at any time. All students are excused. Please make arrangements to have a responsible adult home at the time buses arrive to drop students off at their home. For younger bus riding students that do not have someone at home, those students may be returned to one of two locations for pick-up by a parent/guardian. Buses will run their routes slower than usual and may be significantly delayed due to downed trees. Please be patient. The designated pick-up location for after hours reunification of younger elementary students are at two locations:
-Branford Elementary School for students in the south end of the District.
-Suwannee Pineview Elementary for all Live Oak elementary schools.
Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day in the Suwannee County School District!
Today is a special day to honor the hardworking cafeteria staff who ensure students are nourished and ready to learn every day. Thank you to all the lunch heroes who play such an important role in our school community!
The District Advisory Council (DAC) Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 22, 2024 at 6:00 P.M., is canceled.
Our next and final meeting for 2023-2024 is scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Suwannee County School District Administrative Office, 1740 Ohio Avenue, South Live Oak, Florida.
District Advisory Council meetings are open to the public.