Archive for December, 2025

Looking Back with Pride: A Year of Progress, Partnership, and Promise in Citrus County Schools

Looking Back with Pride: A Year of Progress, Partnership, and Promise in Citrus County Schools “The work continues, progress is undeniable, and the best is still ahead.” As the final pages of 2025 turn, I find myself reflecting on a year of incredible achievement, resilience, and community spirit. Much like many families, our household takes […]

Very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎄

Very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎄 Wishing all of our students, families, educators, staff, leaders, and our incredible community a joyful and peaceful holiday season. God bless each of you. It’s a true honor to serve this wonderful community on the School Board.

Exciting news for WTC and for students interested in high-skill, high-wage careers in aviation and aerospace

Exciting news for WTC and for students interested in high-skill, high-wage careers in aviation and aerospace Withlacoochee Technical College has unveiled plans for a new aviation maintenance and training program, marking a major step forward for workforce development in our community. The proposed program, shared by WTC Director Colleen Strickland and the WTC team, would […]

You’re a Good Man, Miles Teller

I want to sincerely thank all the individuals and organizations who made this special day possible for Miles Teller, our students, Lecanto High, and Citrus County. In particular, I want to recognize Shaunda Burdette and the Citrus County Education Foundation; Stacey Worthington and the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce; Lecanto High School and Principal LaBarbara; […]

Getting to Know Dr. Kimberly Silver Dunker

So proud of my niece, Dr. Kimberly Silver Dunker! Many of you have heard me speak of her. She is the Director of LLUSN’s MS/DNP Programs and continues to be a guiding force in health and medical higher education at Loma Linda University. She was recently featured in a column in Loma Linda NURSE magazine, […]

A Busy December Filled with Learning, Celebration, and Community

A Busy December Filled with Learning, Celebration, and Community December has already proven to be a busy and meaningful month, filled with moments that reflect the heart of our district and the strength of our community. While there is much more to share in the weeks ahead, I wanted to highlight some of the experiences […]