As a reminder, there is no school on Monday, January 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We look forward to seeing our students when they return on Tuesday, January 20.
Report Cards are available today, January 16, in the FOCUS Parent Portal. You can access FOCUS through our Santa Rosa County District, FL app! Download this today and create a parent portal account to stay up-to-date regarding your child's attendance, assignments, grades, progress monitoring plan (as applicable), and more! 🏫
🎓 Graduation Success! 🎓
Our district graduation rate increased from 90.9% (2023–2024) to 93.1% (2024–2025) - exceeding the statewide average of 92.9%! 🎉
Congratulations to our students, our hardworking educators, and our families for their continued support. We are proud to love, educate, and prepare all students for GRADUATION and a successful future. #SRCDS1stChoice
Our district graduation rate increased from 90.9% (2023–2024) to 93.1% (2024–2025) - exceeding the statewide average of 92.9%! 🎉
Congratulations to our students, our hardworking educators, and our families for their continued support. We are proud to love, educate, and prepare all students for GRADUATION and a successful future. #SRCDS1stChoice
GBHS Spanish students wrapped up their unit on Holiday traditions in Spanish-speaking countries by exploring the significance of Día de Reyes (Feast of the Epiphany). Through hands-on learning, students sampled traditional holiday foods, including Mexican Rosca de Reyes, King Cake, and traditional hot chocolate, while comparing and contrasting these cultural treats. The excitement was contagious, especially for the lucky students who discovered the hidden baby inside their slice of cake! 🍰 What a delicious and memorable activity to bring language and culture to life! 👏
Mark Your Calendar... Santa Rosa Career Pathways Expo 2026 is coming soon! Join us for an exciting evening where students can explore career options, connect with local partners, and begin shaping their future!
📅 February 5, 2026
⏰ 5–6:30 p.m.
📍 Dillon Administrative Center
🔗 santarosacareerpathways.com
📅 February 5, 2026
⏰ 5–6:30 p.m.
📍 Dillon Administrative Center
🔗 santarosacareerpathways.com
High school ESOL students from Navarre and Gulf Breeze High Schools recently visited East Milton Elementary for a special Día de los Reyes celebration! 👑📚
Students read with elementary learners, led literacy games and crafts, shared a traditional Mexican cake, and offered encouragement and tips along the way. The experience supported language development, literacy growth, and cultural connection for all students involved.
Thank you to all of our amazing educators for making this meaningful collaboration possible! 💙
Students read with elementary learners, led literacy games and crafts, shared a traditional Mexican cake, and offered encouragement and tips along the way. The experience supported language development, literacy growth, and cultural connection for all students involved.
Thank you to all of our amazing educators for making this meaningful collaboration possible! 💙
January 9 is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! 🚓🚨We'd like to give a huge thank you to our partners at Santa Rosa Sheriff's Office, Milton Police Department, and Gulf Breeze Police Department for their support to keep our schools and community safe! Thank you to all of our School Resource Officers for all you do! We couldn't do what we do without each of you! 💙
Our next upcoming school board meeting is coming up soon!
📅Thursday, January 15, 2026
⏱️5:30pm
📌Canal Street Board Room (5086 Canal Street Milton, Florida 32570)
You can find the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and/or live stream during the meeting at the link below!
🔗https://santarosacosdfl.portal.civicclerk.com/
📅Thursday, January 15, 2026
⏱️5:30pm
📌Canal Street Board Room (5086 Canal Street Milton, Florida 32570)
You can find the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and/or live stream during the meeting at the link below!
🔗https://santarosacosdfl.portal.civicclerk.com/
Join us on Tuesday, January 20 at 6pm for a LIVE virtual event - SHINE ONLINE! ☀️
Help your child build a positive online footprint, no matter their age! Our Guest Speaker will be Kasie Windfelder, Principal at Soundside High School! 🌀
What will you learn?
💠Future impact and effects of your child's online presence (social media, gaming, and more)
💠Key platforms and insights for building a positive future impact online
💠Strategies to help your child positive reflect their values and skills online
Sign up at the link below!
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/event/shine-online-live-session-2?org=santarosacsd
We hope to see you there! 🌞
Help your child build a positive online footprint, no matter their age! Our Guest Speaker will be Kasie Windfelder, Principal at Soundside High School! 🌀
What will you learn?
💠Future impact and effects of your child's online presence (social media, gaming, and more)
💠Key platforms and insights for building a positive future impact online
💠Strategies to help your child positive reflect their values and skills online
Sign up at the link below!
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/event/shine-online-live-session-2?org=santarosacsd
We hope to see you there! 🌞
🎆HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎆
The January 2026 Edition of LEAPS & Bounds is now available at the link below. This edition is packed with highlights from across our schools. You'll find student and school recognitions, parent and family information, proposed zoning information for Soundside High School, and much more!
🔗https://bit.ly/3KZYI8X
The January 2026 Edition of LEAPS & Bounds is now available at the link below. This edition is packed with highlights from across our schools. You'll find student and school recognitions, parent and family information, proposed zoning information for Soundside High School, and much more!
🔗https://bit.ly/3KZYI8X
Our January Café Newsletter is fresh out of the oven, and we can’t wait for you to dig in! 🍒🍇🍉
This month’s edition is packed with all the delicious highlights we cooked up in December, plus a taste of what’s coming your way in January. ❄️ From festive favorites to moments that really spiced up the season, there’s plenty to enjoy. And trust us—January has some new flavors that are sure to stir up excitement across our cafés.
Thank you for everything you do to make our cafés warm, welcoming, and downright delicious places for our students. We hope you enjoy this month’s newsletter—it’s filled with highlights you’ll want to sink your teeth into!
Quick Links 💻
Food Services Website: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4pI2Qc1
Food Service Facebook Page (Follow for more updates!): 🔗https://bit.ly/3YlVIH1
This month’s edition is packed with all the delicious highlights we cooked up in December, plus a taste of what’s coming your way in January. ❄️ From festive favorites to moments that really spiced up the season, there’s plenty to enjoy. And trust us—January has some new flavors that are sure to stir up excitement across our cafés.
Thank you for everything you do to make our cafés warm, welcoming, and downright delicious places for our students. We hope you enjoy this month’s newsletter—it’s filled with highlights you’ll want to sink your teeth into!
Quick Links 💻
Food Services Website: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4pI2Qc1
Food Service Facebook Page (Follow for more updates!): 🔗https://bit.ly/3YlVIH1
The 2026 Parent Transition Resource Fair offers an excellent opportunity to connect students and families with agencies that provide resources and information about services available to individuals with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The fair is designed to assist families in planning for post-secondary opportunities by engaging with community partners and organizations. We hope you can join us on Monday, January 12 from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Pace Community Center! See flyer for additional details.
Welcome Back! Just a reminder that students return TOMORROW, Tuesday, January 6 for the 2nd semester! We can't wait to see our students and staff back in our buildings! 🏫🚌📚
This is just a reminder that Monday, January 5 is a Teacher/Staff Planning Day. Our schools and offices will be open for any new students or families that may need to register. Students return on Tuesday, January 6. Thank you! 😀
January is HERE! Happy New Year! Please take a look at some of these important events and dates as we head into the month ahead!
Happy New Year from Santa Rosa County District Schools! 🎆
It's hard to believe it is 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣! We are ready to begin a new year and start the 2nd semester when students return on Tuesday, January 6! See you then!
It's hard to believe it is 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣! We are ready to begin a new year and start the 2nd semester when students return on Tuesday, January 6! See you then!
Santa Rosa Families,
With winter break approaching, we know many students will have a little more screen time. ❄️💻
Check out these FREE SmartSocial resources available to all of our families to help keep kids safe online. Let’s work together to support healthy digital habits this break!
Option 2 (Short & Social-Media Friendly):
Minecraft: Guide for Parents & Educators 🎮
Is Minecraft safe for kids? Learn the benefits, risks, and safety tips parents need to know about Minecraft in this SmartSocial.com guide.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/minecraft?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Roblox Guide for Parents 🎮
Roblox is a fun and creative platform for kids, but it also poses risks, including exposure to predators, cyberbullying, and unsafe content. Discover how parents can establish controls and keep their kids safe.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/roblox?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
AI Dangers for Teens: What Parents Need to Know 👨💻
Discover the hidden dangers of AI for teens, from cheating and chatbot “therapy” to deepfakes, sextortion, and privacy risks, plus what parents can do to respond.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/ai-dangers?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
X (formerly Twitter) App Guide (2025): What Parents, Educators, & Students Need to Know 📱
Learn how teens can use X (Twitter) to build a positive digital footprint while staying safe, with practical privacy and safety tips for parents and educators.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/twitter?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Hoop App: What Parents Need to Know 📱
Discover how the Hoop app assists teens in finding new Snapchat friends and learn what parents should be aware of regarding stranger contact, weak age verification, and safety conversations.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/hoop-app?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
How to Optimize Parental Controls: Balancing Safety & Privacy for Families 👨👩👧👦
Learn how to optimize parental controls to protect your kids online while respecting their privacy. Discover tips for balancing safety and trust in your family’s digital life.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/optimize-parental-controls?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
YouTube’s New Gambling and Violence Rules 🖥️
Learn what YouTube’s new rules on gambling and violent content mean for your teen, and get practical tips to adjust settings and start safer screen-time talks.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/youtubes-new-gambling-and-violence-rules?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Sora by OpenAI Guide (2025): What Parents, Educators, & Students Need to Know 🖥️
Learn what sora by openai is, how it works, and the risks it poses for your child
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/sora?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Digital Wellbeing and Parental Controls for Android: Complete Guide for Parents 📱
Learn what parental controls are available on Android devices and how to set up Digital Wellbeing on your student's Android device.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/android-parental-controls?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
With winter break approaching, we know many students will have a little more screen time. ❄️💻
Check out these FREE SmartSocial resources available to all of our families to help keep kids safe online. Let’s work together to support healthy digital habits this break!
Option 2 (Short & Social-Media Friendly):
Minecraft: Guide for Parents & Educators 🎮
Is Minecraft safe for kids? Learn the benefits, risks, and safety tips parents need to know about Minecraft in this SmartSocial.com guide.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/minecraft?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Roblox Guide for Parents 🎮
Roblox is a fun and creative platform for kids, but it also poses risks, including exposure to predators, cyberbullying, and unsafe content. Discover how parents can establish controls and keep their kids safe.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/roblox?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
AI Dangers for Teens: What Parents Need to Know 👨💻
Discover the hidden dangers of AI for teens, from cheating and chatbot “therapy” to deepfakes, sextortion, and privacy risks, plus what parents can do to respond.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/ai-dangers?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
X (formerly Twitter) App Guide (2025): What Parents, Educators, & Students Need to Know 📱
Learn how teens can use X (Twitter) to build a positive digital footprint while staying safe, with practical privacy and safety tips for parents and educators.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/twitter?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Hoop App: What Parents Need to Know 📱
Discover how the Hoop app assists teens in finding new Snapchat friends and learn what parents should be aware of regarding stranger contact, weak age verification, and safety conversations.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/hoop-app?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
How to Optimize Parental Controls: Balancing Safety & Privacy for Families 👨👩👧👦
Learn how to optimize parental controls to protect your kids online while respecting their privacy. Discover tips for balancing safety and trust in your family’s digital life.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/optimize-parental-controls?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
YouTube’s New Gambling and Violence Rules 🖥️
Learn what YouTube’s new rules on gambling and violent content mean for your teen, and get practical tips to adjust settings and start safer screen-time talks.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/youtubes-new-gambling-and-violence-rules?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Sora by OpenAI Guide (2025): What Parents, Educators, & Students Need to Know 🖥️
Learn what sora by openai is, how it works, and the risks it poses for your child
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/sora?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Digital Wellbeing and Parental Controls for Android: Complete Guide for Parents 📱
Learn what parental controls are available on Android devices and how to set up Digital Wellbeing on your student's Android device.
🔗https://www.smartsocial.com/post/android-parental-controls?org=santarosacsd&ref=pio@santarosa.k12.fl.us
REMINDER: Tomorrow, Friday, December 19 is an early release day for ALL students.
Winter Break will be December 22-January 2. There is a teacher planning day on Monday, January 5. All students return on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 to begin the 2nd semester! 🎉🏫⭐
🔗Early Release Schedule: https://aptg.co/4v5KhG
🔗2025-2026 School District Calendar: https://aptg.co/g6xhGS
Winter Break will be December 22-January 2. There is a teacher planning day on Monday, January 5. All students return on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 to begin the 2nd semester! 🎉🏫⭐
🔗Early Release Schedule: https://aptg.co/4v5KhG
🔗2025-2026 School District Calendar: https://aptg.co/g6xhGS
As we head out for Winter Break, we'd like to take a moment to thank all of our teachers, staff, families, and students for a wonderful 1st semester! We hope you have a safe and restful break! We look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday, January 6! 🎉
Winter Break (Schools/Offices Closed): December 22-January 2
Teacher Planning Day (No School for Students): Monday, January 5
Students Return: Tuesday, January 6
🔗2025-2026 School District Calendar: https://aptg.co/g6xhGS
Winter Break (Schools/Offices Closed): December 22-January 2
Teacher Planning Day (No School for Students): Monday, January 5
Students Return: Tuesday, January 6
🔗2025-2026 School District Calendar: https://aptg.co/g6xhGS
On Monday, December 15, 2025, PHS Admin and ESOL Liaison, Kirti Colvin, hosted a Seal of Biliteracy Awards Breakfast. TSA for World Languages, Beth Cunningham, presented the certificates. Parents in attendance were excited to celebrate their students' success!
The Florida Seal of Biliteracy Program is established to recognize a high school graduate who has attained a high level of competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more foreign languages in addition to English (6A-1.09951), including American Sign Language, classical languages, and indigenous languages.
The following students took the rigorous AAPPL exam-ACTFL Assessment of Performance towards Proficiency in Languages.
3 PHS Students will earn the Gold Seal on their diploma:
Ashley Montilla - Spanish
Kyoung Choi - Korean
Jessica Rost - German
4 PHS Students will earn the Silver seal on their diploma:
Antonio Rojas - Spanish
Jennifer Desales Mendez - Spanish
Ana Barona Rivas - Spanish
Mariana Andrade - Portuguese
For more information about the Seal of Biliteracy: https://bit.ly/25-26SealofBiliteracyFlyer
The Florida Seal of Biliteracy Program is established to recognize a high school graduate who has attained a high level of competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more foreign languages in addition to English (6A-1.09951), including American Sign Language, classical languages, and indigenous languages.
The following students took the rigorous AAPPL exam-ACTFL Assessment of Performance towards Proficiency in Languages.
3 PHS Students will earn the Gold Seal on their diploma:
Ashley Montilla - Spanish
Kyoung Choi - Korean
Jessica Rost - German
4 PHS Students will earn the Silver seal on their diploma:
Antonio Rojas - Spanish
Jennifer Desales Mendez - Spanish
Ana Barona Rivas - Spanish
Mariana Andrade - Portuguese
For more information about the Seal of Biliteracy: https://bit.ly/25-26SealofBiliteracyFlyer
