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Local Graduates Share Military Journeys with Citrus High JROTC Cadets

Local Graduates Share Military Journeys with Citrus High JROTC Cadets This week, Citrus High School’s Air Force JROTC program welcomed three accomplished guests who shared their military experiences and inspired students to consider the many opportunities available through service. Second Lieutenant Catherine Schlabach, a member of the U.S. Space Force; Airman First Class (A1C) Christian […]

Encouraging Updates from the Marine Science Station!

Encouraging Updates from the Marine Science Station! Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit the Marine Science Station and witness the incredible progress being made to prepare the facility for our students’ return in January. Portable restrooms are now on-site, and our outstanding Facilities and Maintenance teams are hard at work clearing damaged structures, making […]

Florida FFA Career & Leadership Development Events Sub-Districts Preliminaries Showcase Student Excellence

Florida FFA Career & Leadership Development Events Sub-Districts Preliminaries Showcase Student Excellence On December 12, 2024, Cornerstone Baptist Church in Inverness, Florida, buzzed with activity as Citrus High School hosted the Florida FFA Career & Leadership Development Events (CDE/LDE) Sub-Districts Preliminaries. Middle and high school FFA students from Citrus, Sumter, and Hernando counties gathered to […]

Reflections on the 2024 FSBA/FADSS Annual Joint Conference: Leadership, Learning, and Inspiration

Reflections on the 2024 FSBA/FADSS Annual Joint Conference: Leadership, Learning, and Inspiration This past week, the 79th Annual Joint Conference of the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA) and the Florida Association of District Superintendents (FADSS) took place in Tampa. This gathering was more than a professional event; it was an opportunity for Florida’s school board […]

A Grateful Community: Thank You, Governor DeSantis and Senator Ingoglia

A Grateful Community: Thank You, Governor DeSantis and Senator Ingoglia In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the resilience of our community has shone brightly, but challenges remain as we rebuild and recover. It is during these times that strong leadership and support make all the difference. On behalf of the Citrus County School […]

Citrus Construction Academy’s $10,000 Donation: A Legacy of Building Futures

Citrus Construction Academy’s $10,000 Donation: A Legacy of Building Futures During this season of giving, I want to take a moment to highlight an extraordinary organization that has profoundly impacted our community and its future workforce. The Citrus Construction Academy, Inc. (CCA), a 501(c)(3) foundation, has been a cornerstone in advocating for trade training in […]