August 31, 2023

Reminder, Seminole County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day.

Meet Your SCPS Leadership Team

To begin the new school year, each week, you'll meet a different member of the SCPS leadership team and learn more about what education means to them.

Jean Van Smith

Executive Director, The Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools

Spotlight on You - Audience Poll

Which new content type would you be MOST interested seeing in the Seminole Spotlight?

Classroom Lessons in Action - Video Series

School Safety & Security Updates

Helping Your Child with Academics

Business and Community Partner Spotlights

What's Cool in Our Schools

Lake Howell High's PTSA Introduces the Gratitude Wall

The PTSA of Lake Howell High School have a message to share..."Turns out, being thankful can have many positive health effects. Studies show practicing gratitude can lead to more intimate and connected relationships, less depression, more motivation and engagement, and better overall mental well-being."

In true leadership fashion, Principal Howard is the first contributor and expressed his appreciation for the LHHS community.

Students and staff are encouraged to stop by and share what they are grateful for on any of the sticky notes. The Gratitude Wall is located across from Student Services in building one.

We look forward to seeing this wall in a one month! What an incredible idea...we are GRATEFUL for all of our PTA/PTSA organizations that support our schools, teachers, students and staff.

The Power of Finding Your "e"

Lawton Chiles Middle School Students Hit the Stage

Students in Mrs. T's Theater classes at Lawton Chiles Middle School worked on their first cold read. This tied to their first vocabulary unit in Theatre 1 and Theatre 2,and connected to audition preparation for Theatre 3 kids. Plus, watching their peers perform was a great exercise in theatre etiquette!

Red Bug Elementary School Uses a Different Kind of Buddy System

At Red Bug Elementary, Mrs. Wayne's Bugs are working hard in science and math! Students love math centers and reading with buddies. Afterall, learning is always fun, especially when you can do it with friends!

In the Spotlight

Seminole County is Built on Relationships

On Sunday, we had the pleasure of attending the annual back-to-school give-away with our friends at the Sikh Society of Central Florida and Khalsa Aid USA.

We were able to speak with so many of our students and their families. We heard from students ranging in age from Kindergarten to SCPS graduates now in college. It was an afternoon that filled our hearts and made us smile. Nothing is better than getting to be in the community with the families and students we serve.

Additionally, they donated over 300 backpacks filled with school supplies for our Families in Need (FIN) program so every child in our community has the tools they need to succeed in the classroom.

We have an incredible community in Seminole County, and we are so thankful to be a part of it.

Don't Miss Fox 35's Game of the Week Coverage

On Friday morning, 9/1/23, Good Day Orlando will be featuring the game of the week of Lyman High vs. Lake Brantley High. They will have dueling mini-rallies and interviews. So who do you think will win? Will it be the Lyman Greyhounds or the Lake Brantley Patriots?

Who do you think will win Friday's football game?

Lake Brantley High

Lyman High

Volunteer With SCPS

If you have ever wondered how you could become more involved in Seminole County Public Schools, please join us at one of our Dividend Orientation Coffees! Learn more about Community Involvement's Dividends volunteer programs and opportunities to volunteer at your school and throughout Seminole County Public Schools.

We have so many wonderful volunteers and they make our campuses incredible places to learn. We'd love to have you join our family.

Volunteer with Us

New Laws Regarding Parental Consent Information for the 2023-2024 School Year

Deviation from Legal Name Consent

Per Rule 6A-1.0955(8)(m), F.A.C., Education Records, school districts are required to develop a form to obtain parental consent to use any deviation or nickname from the child’s legal name in school.

If you would like for your child to be able to use a name aside from their legal given name on any of our campuses, we will ask for you to complete the consent form titled “Parental Authorization for Deviation from Student’s Legal Name Form” which will be found in your Skyward Family Access. Please include all variations that are approved on your form.

Parental Consent-School Sponsored Events, Activities or Supplemental Programs

SCPS has developed a plan to adhere to the requirements set forth by the Florida Department of Education’s Board Rule 6A-10.089, Section (5) which requires parent or guardian notification and permission forms for all school-sponsored events, activities, and supplemental programs.

Over the next few days, weeks, and months, teachers, sponsors, and administrators will be sending notification and permission forms for any school-sponsored events, activities, or supplemental programs your child plans to attend. Please keep your eye out for these forms so that your child is able to participate.

SCPS School Board

Our Mission

The mission of the Seminole County Public Schools is to ensure that all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be productive citizens.

400 E. Lake Mary Blvd.

Sanford, FL 32773

407-320-0000

www.scps.us

Seminole County Public Schools

Educational Equity - Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Educational Equity Administrator for Seminole County Public Schools has the responsibility of assuring compliance with the educational equity requirements by providing technical expertise, monitoring activities or programs related to compliance, and responding to equity complaints. One of the responsibilities is to administer the Educational Equity Complaint/Grievance Procedures as adopted by the School Board.

It is the policy of the School Board of Seminole County, Florida, that no employee, student, or applicant shall be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination and/or harassment under any educational programs, activities, or in any employment conditions, policies, or practices conducted by the District. The School Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, transgender status, or gender identity), disability (including HIV, AIDS, or sickle cell trait), pregnancy, marital status, age, religion, ancestry, or genetic information which are classes protected by State and/or Federal law in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Additionally, the School board of Seminole County provides equal access to public school facilities for the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups as required by 34 C.F.R. 108.6.

Every employee, student, or applicant for employment at Seminole County Public Schools has a solemn right to be treated fairly, equally, equitably, and with dignity. If for any reason you - the employee, student, or applicant for employment - find that you have been victimized by acts of discrimination and or harassment, whether intentional or unintentional, you are strongly encouraged to file an Educational Equity Complaint or Grievance with the Educational Equity Administrator, or any county or school-level administrator. All such complaints must be immediately forwarded to the Educational Equity Administrator for dissemination, action, and resolution. Forward to: SCPS Educational Equity Administrator, Seminole County Public Schools – Human Resources, Educational Support Center, 400 E. Lake Mary Blvd., Sanford, FL 32773-7127. 407.320.0317.