Students had a blast during today’s Discovery Kitchen featuring the “Bring on Breakfast” theme! Students loved trying Sunflower Seed Spread Banana Roll‑ups with Granola — the team handed out so many samples they lost count!
It was awesome seeing their excitement, curiosity, and big smiles as they tried something new.
We are excited to recognize our outstanding Amazing Shake Finalists! These remarkable students have earned their place in the Finals, happening on April 7.
Their confidence, professionalism, public speaking skills, and determination continue to inspire us. We are incredibly proud of each of them and all the hard work they’ve put into this competition.
Join us in cheering them on as they advance!
🌟 Kindergarten Registration for 2026–2027 is NOW OPEN! 🌟
It's time to register students for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year! Registration is open for any child who is 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
➡️ Step 1: Register through the FOCUS Parent Portal
https://santarosa.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
➡️ Step 2: Use the School Zone Locator to find your child’s zoned school
https://cloud.santarosa.fl.gov/portal/apps/instant/lookup/index.html?appid=ca8e6b8f482c4cf28edb55308c62bf63
➡️ Step 3: Mark your calendar for important dates at your child's school. We’ve put together a full list of Kindergarten Registration Events for ALL schools!
https://aptg.co/gJ3SFy
NOTE:
The following items are required to complete registration:
➡Birth Certificate
➡Florida Certificate of Immunization (Form 680)
➡Physical Examination within the last 12 months recorded on the Florida Department of Health (Form DH3040)
➡Proof of Residence (current utility bill within 30 days)
❗ Current SRCDS Pre‑K/Head Start families:
Do not complete online registration — please contact your zoned kindergarten school.
💻 Parent Portal Resources:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/parent-portal-resources
🚌Kindergarten Registration Informational Site:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/kindergarten-registration-26-27
🌟 We’re excited to welcome our new kindergarteners! 💛
What an amazing time celebrating the 4th and 5th graders at yesterday's WLK8 Math Competition! These students showed off their problem‑solving skills, teamwork, and big smiles as they tackled each challenge with confidence and enthusiasm. 🧠💡
We are so proud of their hard work and the excitement they brought to the competition. A huge thank‑you to the teachers, families, and volunteers for supporting these young mathematicians! 📚❤️
#WLK8 #MathCompetition #ProudSchool #FutureLeaders #SRCDS
This is your chance to:
🔹 Connect with elected officials and industry leaders.
🔹 Explore career paths in technology, healthcare, and business.
🔹 Build a network that will last far beyond graduation.
Applications are open from March 1 to April 15. Apply today to take the next step in your leadership journey by clicking the link below!
🔗Link: https://www.gulfbreezechamber.com/junior-leadership-santa-rosa/
We are thrilled to share that Ashley Carter from Sims Middle School has been named the Coach of the Year for Speech and Debate for the state of Florida! 🎉👏
Her dedication, leadership, and passion for helping students find their voice continue to inspire our entire community.
Please join us in celebrating this incredible achievement! 🏆✨
#CoachOfTheYear #SpeechAndDebate #ProudMoment #SRCDS
🧑⚖️ First Circuit Mock Trial Results - Pace High School and Gulf Breeze Middle School Crowned Circuit Champions
🏆Pace High School earned top honors at the First Judicial Circuit Mock Trial Competition, defeating eight teams from across the region to secure their place at the State Championship in May. The Patriots’ victory included an impressive final‑round win against the traditionally strong Trinitas Christian School.
🏆At the middle school level, Gulf Breeze Middle School took home the First Circuit Middle School Championship after a strong performance against Creative Learning Academy in the title round. Gulf Breeze Middle School students were also recognized for their individual performances. Josie Burkhart won Best Witness, and Audrey Zabel was awarded Best Attorney.
Honorable Mention - Avalon Middle School placed third in only their second year in the competition.
Both competitions showcased exceptional student talent, collaboration, and advocacy skills.
We’re excited to have 14 students represent Santa Rosa County District Schools in the Regional Semi-Finals at Navy Federal on March 11! These students have worked hard, and we’re cheering on each semi-finalist as they step into this next round with confidence and poise.
Good luck to all of our outstanding competitors — we can’t wait to see you shine! Thank you to Navy Federal Credit Union and the School Partnerships Program for supporting our students and helping them grow into confident future leaders. 🌟
🌟 Stop by the Santa Rosa Auditorium (4530 Spikes Way in Milton) from 9:00-11:30 for free food, resources, and fun to help your child succeed before they head to kindergarten!! 🌟
We hope to see you there!
This drop‑in event showcased the incredible work of our CTE students through hands‑on demonstrations, educational activities, and interactive discussions. It was a great opportunity to celebrate agriculture, workforce development, and sustainability in our community.
#FARMDAY #CTE #StudentSuccess #CommunityEngagement #SantaRosaSchools #FutureLeaders #AgricultureEducation #SRCDS
Jennifer Hines, Director of Workforce, proudly recognized the 2025–2026 Rookie CTE Teacher of the Year, Marie Hickmon from Hobbs Middle School! 🌟
As the Digital Information Technology teacher, Ms. Hickmon brings learning to life through:
💻 Hands‑on projects
🦈 Shark Tank‑style presentations that spark creativity
💡 Visionary teaching that inspires students and makes learning exciting, engaging, and relevant
Congratulations, Ms. Hickmon, on this well‑deserved recognition! Your innovative approach is empowering students to think big and succeed. 🚀✨
#CTE #RookieTeacherOfTheYear #HobbsMiddle #InnovativeTeaching #StudentSuccess #DigitalInformationTechnology #SRCDS
Jennifer Hines, Director of Workforce, recognized PruittHealth of Santa Rosa as Florida Career’s Outstanding Business Partner for their incredible commitment to supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. 💙🩺
PruittHealth is a dedicated partner to nursing education—
• Offering students valuable on-the-job shadowing opportunities
• Providing one‑on‑one mentoring with nurses to guide clinical learning
• Donating medical supplies to enhance classroom instruction
• Awarding scholarships to students pursuing careers in nursing
• Serving as an active member of the Locklin Advisory Committee
Their investment is helping students gain real‑world insight, hands‑on skills, and the confidence to grow in the nursing field. 🌟
Robert Henigee proudly accepted the award on behalf of PruittHealth.
Thank you, PruittHealth, for your partnership and dedication to student success! ❤️
#WorkforceEducation #NursingEducation #CommunityPartners #StudentSuccess #FutureNurses #SRCDS
Meghan Hall, Coordinator of Math and Science, proudly presented Holley Navarre Middle School teacher Jodi Russell with an award recognizing her hard work, dedication, and passion for inspiring innovative thinking in her students. 👏✨
We were also thrilled to honor 15 outstanding students for their achievements at the 71st Annual West Panhandle Science and Engineering Fair held on February 9. Their creativity and commitment to learning earned them a spot at the State Science and Engineering Fair! 🔬🚀
Congrats to all—your future is bright! 💡🌠
#STEM #InspireInnovation #ScienceFair #HolleyNavarreMiddle #StudentSuccess #EducationExcellence #SRCDS
Thank you to all the families who have already completed the survey! If you haven’t had a chance yet, the survey will remain open for ONE MORE WEEK and will close on Friday, March 13.
As part of our commitment to continuous service excellence for our families and community, we are conducting this survey in partnership with Studer Education. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well in your child’s school and where we can continue to improve.
🔵 The survey takes about 10–15 minutes to complete. We encourage you to complete it in one sitting, as responses are saved once you click submit.
🔵 You will be asked to select your child’s school. Families with children at multiple schools may complete a separate survey for each one.
🔵 Access the Parent/Caregiver Experience Survey using the link below or by scanning the QR code.
🔗 Link: https://surveys.studereducation.com/f/41822447/4417/
Note: To protect confidentiality, our partners at Studer Education are administering the survey, managing data collection, and compiling results for district leaders.
Join the Santa Rosa County School District and the Early Learning Coalition of Santa Rosa County for a collaborative event designed exclusively for VPK and child care providers.
Together, we’ll explore strategies to support children as they transition into kindergarten, including:
📅 April 16
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 SRCDS Douglas A. Dillon Center – 6032 Hwy 90, Milton
💛 Please RSVP by April 1 by clicking on the QR code located on the flyer)
