Posted on June 16th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Florida’s 2025 Legislative Session Ends with Big Wins for Citrus County Schools In the very late hours of Monday evening, the Florida Legislature adjourned sine die, marking the official end of the 2025 Regular Session. But before the ceremonial dropping of the handkerchief, both chambers—the Florida House and Senate—passed the 2025 state budget. We’re proud […]
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Posted on June 15th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Happy Father’s Day! Today we celebrate all fathers—and those who step into that role as father figures, mentors, surrogate dads, and coaches. To each of you who accepts the honor of being a “dad” in a child or young person’s life: your presence matters. Your love, leadership, and encouragement help shape the future. Never underestimate […]
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Posted on June 13th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Honored to Continue Serving on the FSBA Board of Directors On Thursday, June 12, 2025, during the General Membership Meeting of the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA), I had the distinct honor of being unanimously selected by my fellow school board members to continue representing FSBA Region 27—which includes Citrus, Hernando, and Sumter counties—on the […]
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Posted on June 10th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Citrus Schools Join Statewide Push to Launch Students into Aerospace Careers For more than 75 years, Florida has been the epicenter of American space exploration. From the Gemini and Apollo missions to the Space Shuttle era and today’s innovations from SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Artemis, the Sunshine State has played a vital role in shaping […]
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Posted on May 31st, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Citrus County Safety Patrol Students Explore Washington, D.C. 2025 Earlier this morning, our 2025 Citrus County Schools Safety Patrol students and their families gathered with excitement and anticipation as they set off for our nation’s capital. They are now en route to Washington, D.C., beginning what promises to be a week filled with learning, exploration, […]
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Posted on May 28th, 2025 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Building Futures: Citrus High School Construction Academy Celebrates Another Year of Growth and Success This week, Citrus High School’s Construction Academy held its end-of-year quarterly Advisory Council meeting, highlighting the impressive achievements of the 2024–2025 school year and outlining plans for the future. Construction teacher Robert “Bobby” Tester, the driving force behind the academy, shared […]
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