New Worlds Reading is Florida’s free program that mails books and activities to eligible VPK - fifth graders. Administered by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning, who has partnered with Scholastic, this program can help strengthen your child’s reading skills and grow their at-home library.
See if your child qualifies at: newworldsreading.com
Join us for the 31st Annual Egg Drop
New Worlds Reading is Florida’s free program that mails books and activities to eligible VPK - fifth graders. Administered by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning, who has partnered with Scholastic, this program can help strengthen your child’s reading skills and grow their at-home library.
See if your child qualifies at: newworldsreading.com
📢 Attention 4th & 5th Grade Families! ✏️📚
The State BEST Writing Assessment is happening on Thursday, April 3! 📝
⏰ Arrival Time: 8:25 AM
🖊 Testing Begins: 8:35 AM
🚨 Important: Students arriving after 8:25 AM will take the test the next day in a make-up group.
🏆 Our classes are gearing up for the "Battle of the BEST – Don’t Miss a Test!" Let’s make sure every student is present, prepared, and ready to do their BEST! 💪
Are you the parent of a child receiving services through Florida's Exceptional Student Education (ESE) system? Now is your chance to share your feedback by completing the annual ESE Parent Survey!
The survey is open to all parents of children with an individual educational plan (IEP) receiving ESE services from preschool through grade 12. It's also open to students with disabilities aged 18 or older.
Let DOE know how your school is doing in supporting students with disabilities. It's quick and easy!
Complete the survey here ⬇️
https://fldoepaads.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_881xTFo6E6C6ZJI?fbclid=IwY2xjawJPladleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYziiHoI9e4r-mN6NDKRoUWpMb0SX3B6S9uGg4EPsLjyUGoDTKV0NqdKTA_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw
Please note that Monday, March 24th, originally scheduled as a Professional Development day, will now be an instructional day to make up for the school closure on January 22nd.
Normal school operations will take place on Monday, March 24th.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Derby Race Postponement & Rescheduling
Reminder: The Suwannee County School District will be closed on Monday, February 17th, in observance of President’s Day.
Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 18th.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday! 🇺🇸
📢 Schedule Update: March 24th Now an Instructional Day 📢
Please note that Monday, March 24th, originally scheduled as a Professional Development day, will now be an instructional day to make up for the school closure on January 22nd.
📌 Normal school operations will take place on Monday, March 24th.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
🌟 Happy National School Counselor’s Week! 🌟
February 3-7 is a time to celebrate our amazing school counselor, Mrs. Moore! 💙 She may not have a magic wand or a crystal ball, but she does have:
✨ Ears to listen
❤️ A heart that truly cares
⏳ Time to give
💡 Ideas to help
🧠 An open mind
We are so grateful for the love, support, and guidance she brings to our students and staff every single day. Thank you, Mrs. Moore, for everything you do for SPE! 💛💙
📢 2025-2026 Enrollment Now Open! 🎉
The Suwannee County School District is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year!
✅ Pre-Kindergarten
✅ Elementary School
✅ Middle School
✅ High School
📌 All applications must be submitted online.
Don’t wait—apply now and secure your child’s spot for the 2025-2026 school year!
Kindergarten Registration opens on February 3rd.
Pre-K Enrollment opens on February 3rd.
📢 Pre-K & VPK Enrollment for the 2025-2026 School Year! 🎒✨
📝 Application Opens: February 3, 2025
✅ PK-3 Requirements: Child must be 3 years old on or before September 1, 2025
✅ VPK Requirements: Child must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2025
📌 VPK Certificate Required
🔹 Steps to Enrollment:
1️⃣ Apply online through FOCUS
2️⃣ Receive acceptance notification via email
3️⃣ Complete school registration starting in June 2025
🚨 Limited Capacity! Applications are processed in the order they are received, and acceptance is based on a first-come, first-served basis.
Secure your child’s spot early! 📚✨
📢 Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year! 🎉📚
To be eligible for Kindergarten, your child must turn 5 years old on or before September 1, 2025.
📝 Application Opens: February 3, 2025
✅ Important:
Students currently enrolled in the VPK Program at Suwannee Pineview Elementary, Suwannee Riverside Elementary, or Suwannee Springcrest Elementary DO NOT need to re-apply.
Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to complete your child’s registration on time! 🎒✏️
We hope to see you at our Building Literacy Event!
Congratulations to our amazing 4th and 5th graders who participated in the school-wide 4-H Speech Contest! 🎤
Each classroom winner competed in the school-wide contest, and we are thrilled to announce the winners:
4th Grade School-wide Winners
🥇 First Place: Alexander Tyler
🥈 Second Place: Liam Connelly
🥉 Third Place: Vincent Lin
5th Grade School-wide Winners
🥇 First Place: Caroline Roberts
🥈 Second Place: Ethan Willi
🥉 Third Place: Milan Figueroa
Registration information for participating in Little Miss SHS pageant.
We need your help to make a difference at SPE! Our APT is working hard to raise funds, and we’re excited to announce the Slice the Price fundraiser through Domino's Pizza.
Information about the fundraiser went home with students today. Be sure to check their folders for details on how you can participate. To learn more and support our efforts, please follow the link below:
https://store.dominos.cards/42877
Every contribution us get closer to our goals for SPE. Thank you for your support!
The Suwannee County School District will resume regular operations on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to make the best decisions for the safety and well-being of our faculty, staff, and students.
Thank you for your continued support!