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Soaring to New Heights: Zachary Kahler’s Journey to Becoming a U.S. Air Force Pilot

Soaring to New Heights: Zachary Kahler’s Journey to Becoming a U.S. Air Force Pilot I always love hearing from our younger school alumni about their continual successes. This week, I had the privilege of learning about the remarkable journey of Zachary Kahler, a member of the Class of 2020 at Crystal River High School, who […]

Productive School Advisory Council Meetings: Fostering Collaboration for Student Success

Productive School Advisory Council Meetings: Fostering Collaboration for Student Success Another week brought with it a series of productive School Advisory Council (SAC) meetings that I had the privilege to attend. Among these gatherings, two noteworthy sessions took place—one at Crystal River Primary and the other at the Cypress Creek Academy Juvenile Center. These SAC […]

Congressional Recognition Honors Former Assistant Superintendent Mike Mullen at Citrus High School

Congressional Recognition Honors Former Assistant Superintendent Mike Mullen at Citrus High School Today was a momentous day as I had the privilege of attending Citrus High School alongside Congressman Gus Bilirakis’s Congressional Aide, Mr. David Halbstein. The occasion was a heartwarming one as Mr. Halbstein presented former Assistant Superintendent Mike Mullen with a prestigious Congressional […]

Remembering 9/11: Honoring Victims, First Responders, and Their Families

Remembering 9/11: Honoring Victims, First Responders, and Their Families September 11, a date forever etched in our collective memory, stands as a solemn reminder of the tragic events that unfolded in 2001. On this day, we pause to remember and honor the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, as well as the courageous first responders […]

Remembering “The School” – A Tribute to George Washington Carver School (1923-1968)

Remembering “The School” – A Tribute to George Washington Carver School (1923-1968) In a heartwarming testament to the power of community partnerships, the Crystal River Centennial Committee, The Kings Bay Rotary, The George Washington Carver Community Center, and The Citrus County Historical Society joined hands to organize an unforgettable event, “The School,” honoring the legacy […]

A Day of Decisions and Dialogue: FHSAA Appeals Hearing and FSBA Panel Reflections

A Day of Decisions and Dialogue: FHSAA Appeals Hearing and FSBA Panel Reflections Yesterday was a day of gratification at the Appeals hearing for the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Section 2 Appeals. Six cases were diligently deliberated upon, and it was heartening to witness the unwavering commitment of the appeals council members towards […]