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 your child in the FOCUS Portal.
🔗LINK: https://santarosa.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
Step 2 - Contact your child's zoned school for next steps. Not sure of your school? Visit the school zone locator.
🔗LINK: https://cloud.santarosa.fl.gov/portal/apps/instant/lookup/index.html?appid=ca8e6b8f482c4cf28edb55308c62bf63
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)
‼️Note: If your child is a current SRCDS Pre-K/Headstart student, please do not complete the online registration. Please contact your child’s zoned school for kindergarten to complete the registration process.
Kindergarten Registration Informational Site:
🔗LINK: https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/kindergarten-registration-26-27
🗓 April 2, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Canal Street
Community members are encouraged to attend and stay informed about the important decisions shaping our district.
Agenda, live feed, and meeting minutes are available here:
https://santarosacosdfl.portal.civicclerk.com/
#SRCDS #SchoolBoardMeeting #StayInformed
➡️Understand how screen time impacts your child’s motivation, sleep, health, and school performance
➡️Recognize signs of stress, anxiety, mood changes, or lack of focus linked to screen use
➡️Gain practical strategies to set limits, reduce conflict, and create a better balance at home
📅 Happening Tonight! Tuesday, March 24th at 6:00pm
💻 Register now by clicking the link: https://bit.ly/SmartSocialImpactofScreenTime
🎁 Everyone who attends tonight is entered to win a Ninja Creami ice cream maker, Amazon Kindle, Bluetooth speaker, or 3D printer!
🌟Shape Your Future: Apply for Junior Leadership Santa Rosa!🌟
High school rising juniors, are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Applications are now open for the Junior Leadership Santa Rosa (JLSR) Class of 2027!
This transformative program connects you with local business leaders, elected officials, and community trailblazers. Don’t miss this chance to build your resume, explore career paths, and make a real impact in Santa Rosa County.
Application Window: March 1 – April 15
Note: There is no cost to students or families for participation.
🔗Link to More Information: https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/junior-leadership-santa-rosa
This is just a reminder that Monday, March 23 is a Teacher Planning Day. We can't wait to welcome our students back Tuesday, March 24!😀
Santa Rosa County Schools and Offices will be closed from March 16-20 for Spring Break! We wish you and your family a wonderful time together—stay safe and make the most of these special moments! 🏖️
REMINDER - As a reminder, Monday, March 23 is a Teacher Planning Day, which means no school for students. Students will return on Tuesday, March 24.
Let the 2026–2027 adventure take flight—spark your child’s excitement and register for their big year of wonder!
Be sure to visit our website to learn more information.
➜ www.santarosaschools.org/page/kindergarten-registration-26-27
Today wraps up the 3rd Nine Weeks — finish strong!📚✨💪
We’re proud to celebrate the incredible talent showcased at the 2026 Middle School Art Exhibition. The top 25 artworks—selected from across the district—will be honored at a special reception on March 26th from 5:30–6:30 PM at King Middle School.
Come celebrate our amazing young artists! 🖼️✨
This meaningful event honors the life and legacy of our 2023 Santa Rosa County Teacher of the Year, Zack Butler—an exceptional educator and friend whose compassion, humor, and courage continue to inspire all who knew him. Zack had a remarkable way of lifting up every student, making sure each one felt included, supported, and celebrated.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Pace High School for hosting, to the volunteers who give so generously of their time, and to the sponsors whose support makes this event possible for more than 300 students from across northern Santa Rosa County!
Events like this show the true meaning of community.
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. 🌟
