
Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, October 13th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14th.
There will be no school on Monday, October 13th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14th.


Congratulations to:
Laura Williams, Principal at Suwannee High School, has been named Principal of the Year! 🐾
Melinda Ahrens, Assistant Principal at Branford Elementary School, has been named Assistant Principal of the Year! 🏴☠️
We are so proud of these outstanding leaders and the way they represent the Suwannee County School District. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Laura Williams, Principal at Suwannee High School, has been named Principal of the Year! 🐾
Melinda Ahrens, Assistant Principal at Branford Elementary School, has been named Assistant Principal of the Year! 🏴☠️
We are so proud of these outstanding leaders and the way they represent the Suwannee County School District. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!


A huge THANK YOU to our incredible custodial staff for all that you do to keep our schools safe, clean, and welcoming every single day.
Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but it makes a BIG difference for our students and staff. We appreciate you today and every day!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Your hard work often happens behind the scenes, but it makes a BIG difference for our students and staff. We appreciate you today and every day!
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!


One of the best ways to live a healthy, happy, and successful life is by making responsible choices. This means thinking about how your decisions will affect you — both now and in the future.
💡 Tips for making responsible choices:
✔️ Think ahead — prepare yourself before stressful situations.
✔️ Consider the consequences of your actions.
✔️ Choose the path that keeps you safe, healthy, and moving toward your biggest goals.
💡 Tips for making responsible choices:
✔️ Think ahead — prepare yourself before stressful situations.
✔️ Consider the consequences of your actions.
✔️ Choose the path that keeps you safe, healthy, and moving toward your biggest goals.



New Month, New Newsletter!
Stay up to date with all the latest news, highlights, and upcoming events across the Suwannee County School District. 📰
👉 Check out the newest issue here: https://5il.co/3qis3
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!


New FREE Learning Resource for Suwannee Families!
Suwannee County Schools is excited to share a new opportunity now available to our families — Varsity Tutors, at no cost!
Through this platform, students can:
✅ Access 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring for homework, classwork, or test prep.
✅ Get on-demand essay review to strengthen writing skills.
✅ Explore live group classes, recorded lessons, and celebrity-led StarCourses for fun, engaging learning.
✅ Use practice problems, assessments, and self-study tools to build mastery in key subjects.
✅ Take advantage of college prep & admissions resources to prepare for the future.
To see for yourself, please visit the SCSD website for Varsity Tutors: https://www.suwannee.k12.fl.us/page/free-tutoring-with-varsity-tutors
Suwannee County Schools is excited to share a new opportunity now available to our families — Varsity Tutors, at no cost!
Through this platform, students can:
✅ Access 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring for homework, classwork, or test prep.
✅ Get on-demand essay review to strengthen writing skills.
✅ Explore live group classes, recorded lessons, and celebrity-led StarCourses for fun, engaging learning.
✅ Use practice problems, assessments, and self-study tools to build mastery in key subjects.
✅ Take advantage of college prep & admissions resources to prepare for the future.
To see for yourself, please visit the SCSD website for Varsity Tutors: https://www.suwannee.k12.fl.us/page/free-tutoring-with-varsity-tutors


Screening for Type 1 Diabetes - What parents need to know:



Reminder:
There will be no school on Monday, September 29th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 30th.
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
There will be no school on Monday, September 29th.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 30th.
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!


Due to incoming weather, the following changes will take place for Branford’s homecoming parade:
Start time has been changed from 11:15 a.m to 11:00 a.m.
Line up for the parade has been changed from 10:30 a.m to 10:15 a.m.

The Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program provides FREE eye exams and glasses for eligible students!
💻 Apply today at: www.floridaheiken.org
💻 Apply today at: www.floridaheiken.org


The Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting kicked off with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Suwannee Middle School Broadcasting Program students.
Special recognition by the Superintendent went to the Suwannee County School Board for completion of Master Board training.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!



It’s National Celebrate Freedom Week! 🇺🇸
This week, we reflect on the founding principles of our nation.
Let’s continue to honor the freedoms we cherish and pass them on to the next generation.
This week, we reflect on the founding principles of our nation.
Let’s continue to honor the freedoms we cherish and pass them on to the next generation.


Happy I.T. Professionals Day!
Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible I.T. team for all they do behind the scenes to keep our schools connected and running smoothly. From maintaining technology to solving problems big and small, their hard work ensures that students and staff have the tools they need to succeed every single day.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Today, we celebrate and thank our incredible I.T. team for all they do behind the scenes to keep our schools connected and running smoothly. From maintaining technology to solving problems big and small, their hard work ensures that students and staff have the tools they need to succeed every single day.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!


🇺🇸 We Remember.
Today, we pause to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of our nation.
May we never forget the impact of that day, and may we continue to teach the values of unity, compassion, and strength to the next generation.
Today, we pause to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of our nation.
May we never forget the impact of that day, and may we continue to teach the values of unity, compassion, and strength to the next generation.


The Suwannee County School District is excited to announce a new service initiative designed to teach students the value of citizenship, volunteerism, and community connection. Service learning is more than just volunteering - it's about helping students. We want our students to develop empathy and compassion and be able to see the world from another's perspective. We also want them to build responsibility and leadership by taking an active role in helping others. Helping our students understand how small acts of service contribute and why they matter builds a stronger, healthier community.
All students in grades 6-12 will participate in Suwannee Steps Up. Branford High School, Suwannee High School, and Suwannee Middle School each chose a community organization that they would like to benefit from this service project. Students will donate specific items in the months of September, October, and November - all requested items can be purchased for $1.00 or more - and help to sort and organize donations for their school's chosen recipient. In December, a representative from each community organization will visit the school that chose them and talk to the students about what will be done with their donations a n d the value and importance of their service.
We believe service is most impactful when families and schools work together. Parents are
encouraged to:
• Join their child in service activities.
• Talk about Suwannee Steps Up and the importance of giving back at home.
• Share local volunteer opportunities with their school.
By the end of the first semester in December, every student at Branford High School, Suwannee High School, a n d Suwannee Middle School will have participated in a project that highlights the importance of being active, caring citizens. Together, we hope to cultivate a culture of service that will last far beyond t h e classroom. This district-wide initiative reflects our commitment t o helping students grow not only academically but also as responsible and compassionate members of society. We are proud of our students and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in our community.
BHS
Gifts For the Scavenger Elf Game
Cost: $1.00 - $5.00
Grades 6 & 7: Gift for kids ages 0 - 4
Grades 8 & 9: Gift for kids ages 5 - 9
Grades 10 - 12: Gift for kids ages 10 - 15
SHS
Sock it to Me September:
Socks of all kinds
SMS
Sudsy September:
Bath care items like soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, etc.
All students in grades 6-12 will participate in Suwannee Steps Up. Branford High School, Suwannee High School, and Suwannee Middle School each chose a community organization that they would like to benefit from this service project. Students will donate specific items in the months of September, October, and November - all requested items can be purchased for $1.00 or more - and help to sort and organize donations for their school's chosen recipient. In December, a representative from each community organization will visit the school that chose them and talk to the students about what will be done with their donations a n d the value and importance of their service.
We believe service is most impactful when families and schools work together. Parents are
encouraged to:
• Join their child in service activities.
• Talk about Suwannee Steps Up and the importance of giving back at home.
• Share local volunteer opportunities with their school.
By the end of the first semester in December, every student at Branford High School, Suwannee High School, a n d Suwannee Middle School will have participated in a project that highlights the importance of being active, caring citizens. Together, we hope to cultivate a culture of service that will last far beyond t h e classroom. This district-wide initiative reflects our commitment t o helping students grow not only academically but also as responsible and compassionate members of society. We are proud of our students and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in our community.
BHS
Gifts For the Scavenger Elf Game
Cost: $1.00 - $5.00
Grades 6 & 7: Gift for kids ages 0 - 4
Grades 8 & 9: Gift for kids ages 5 - 9
Grades 10 - 12: Gift for kids ages 10 - 15
SHS
Sock it to Me September:
Socks of all kinds
SMS
Sudsy September:
Bath care items like soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, etc.



As a reminder, the Suwannee County School District will be closed Monday, September 1, for Labor Day.
Normal operations will resume Tuesday, September 2.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
Normal operations will resume Tuesday, September 2.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!


The Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting kicked off with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Suwannee Springcrest Elementary.
Edith Underwood of Branford High School received the Segment Bronze Winner for Team Spirit.
Special recognition by the Superintendent went to the 2025-2026 Student Ambassadors:
Branford High School - Jon Weisner
Suwannee High School - Cooper Williams
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!






As a reminder, Monday, August 25th is a Professional Development Day — there will be no school for students.
Classes and normal operations will resume on Tuesday, August 26th.


THANK YOU to all of our community partners for your generous support of this year’s Back-to-School Bash.
We appreciate your continued support of our students, parents and families.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!
We appreciate your continued support of our students, parents and families.
The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!


Please Note: Important 2025–2026 Bell Schedule Update
A new bell schedule is now in effect for the 2025–2026 school year in the Suwannee County School District.
To view the updated times for the first and last bell at each campus, please see the image below or visit the SCSD Quick Links section on our website and download the “2025-2026 SCSD Bell Schedule.”
A new bell schedule is now in effect for the 2025–2026 school year in the Suwannee County School District.
To view the updated times for the first and last bell at each campus, please see the image below or visit the SCSD Quick Links section on our website and download the “2025-2026 SCSD Bell Schedule.”
