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Thomas E Kennedy

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We will miss you, Cicely Thomas

We will miss you, Cicely Thomas Mrs. Thomas: “…you as parents are your child’s first teacher” Another of Citrus County’s special former educators and leaders passed away. My wife and I had the chance to know Cicely Thomas when she was our oldest children’s first principal at Citrus Springs Elementary.  I will always remember the […]

Citrus CARES is continually improving for students

Citrus CARES is continually improving for students iReady weekly expectation now 45 minutes for ELA and Math I am so proud of our Citrus County Schools Curriculum and Instruction Services team lead by Chief Academic Official, Dr. Hebert, who among their responsibilities includes curriculum and who have been led the development of the Citrus CARES […]

Students Read… (or listen)

Students Read… or listen My suggestion… Harry Potter Yes, we are now going to be having remote/virtual learning to at least May 1, 2020, so this is a great time between Google Classroom, Tik Toks, and Fortnite to read for the first time, or rediscovery a new book series. My absolute favorite is Harry Potter. […]

Great job Citrus

Great job Citrus Kudos Citrus County parents and educators Today I have watched teachers and parents helping one another and supporting one another during the transition to remote and virtual learning. I’ve watched teachers help parents, parents help parents, teachers help teachers and parents help teachers, and it’s just day one. I have seen in […]

“Super”-intendent Himmel

“Super”-intendent Himmel With all that is going on, I want to make time publicly thank and give admiration to our Superintendent of schools, Sandra “Sam” Himmel. At this time there is no person I would rather have at the helm of Citrus County Schools, than Superintendent Himmel. I have had the honor of working with […]

You got this!

You got this! Citrus C.A.R.E.S.! This Monday, students, teachers, and families in Citrus County and much of Florida will perhaps be making the biggest commitment to helping fight the Coronavirus by not just staying home but by continuing their learning and classes remotely/virtually.  Close to home we are calling our plan “Citrus C.A.R.E.S.!” (Continues Academics […]