Posted on May 25th, 2026 by
Thomas E Kennedy
The Living Legacy of Freedom: Why Memorial Day Means So Much in Citrus County Today, across our nation, flags are fluttering in the morning breeze, families are gathering, and a collective, solemn pause is sweeping from coast to coast. Memorial Day is a sacred boundary stone in our national life—a day of profound reflection and […]
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Posted on May 24th, 2026 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Leaving the Nest: Wisdom, Tears, and High-Fives at the Forest Ridge 5th Grade Celebration Let’s face it, high school graduations usually get all the spotlight. But there is something uniquely heartfelt about an elementary school celebration that captures the very essence of education and community. At Forest Ridge Elementary School, the halls have been home […]
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Posted on May 23rd, 2026 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Celebrating Success: Honoring the Team Behind Citrus County’s Class of 2026 Graduations As the final caps are tossed into the air and graduation celebrations begin to wind down, Citrus County Schools proudly reflects on another successful graduation season for the Class of 2026. The outdoor ceremonies at Lecanto High School, Crystal River High School, and […]
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Posted on May 14th, 2026 by
Thomas E Kennedy
The Lifelong Value of the Student-Athlete Celebrating Excellence at the STARS Student Athletic Recognitions Last night was one of those moments that reinforces why local schools and student programs matter so deeply. Attending the STARS Student Athletic Recognitions on May 13, 2026, was a privilege. Sitting in the audience, I found myself viewing the evening […]
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Posted on May 7th, 2026 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Florida AI Education Task Force Earns National Recognition in Washington I had the privilege of being invited to Washington, D.C., to join a small delegation representing the Florida K–12 AI in Education Task Force at the EDSAFE AI Alliance Policy Lab Summit on May 5, a national gathering focused on the rapidly evolving role of […]
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Posted on May 6th, 2026 by
Thomas E Kennedy
2026 James & Clarine Kennedy Memorial Scholarship Recipients This year, our family had the profound honor of presenting the 2nd Annual James & Clarine Kennedy Memorial Health Care Scholarship at the Crystal River High School Senior Awards Ceremony. Representing our family was CRHS CTE teacher Bill Linthwaite, a childhood friend and extended family member, who […]
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