LifeSouth Integral Phlebotomy Internship Program

Posted on January 18th, 2023 by

LifeSouth Integral Phlebotomy Internship Program

I was thrilled on Tuesday to attend LifeSouth Blood Center‘s annual internship program for senior high school students. This program is a great opportunity for students to gain valuable skills and experience in the field of healthcare. LifeSouth Blood Center is a non-profit organization that has been serving the community since 1978. They collect, process, and distribute blood and blood products to hospitals and patients in need. The training provided in the internship program will include both online and hands-on components, tailored to the students’ learning plans. The students will work alongside LifeSouth employees and learn the skills of phlebotomy, which is the process of collecting blood from donors.

The inaugural interns for the program are three students from Crystal River High School’s Academy of Health Careers: Samantha B. Lopez, Emily Ivory, and Sophia Monsalve. The program will involve 80 hours of training and work, with students completing 4-5 hours per week from January to May at LifeSouth locations.

Blood donation is a vital and life-saving act that helps ensure that there is an adequate blood supply for people in need. Blood products are used for a wide range of medical treatments, including surgeries, cancer treatments, and emergency situations. LifeSouth Blood Centers plays a crucial role in ensuring that there is a steady supply of blood available to meet the needs of patients in the community. This internship program is a great way for students to learn more about the importance of blood donation and to gain hands-on experience in the field of healthcare.

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Honoring The Dream on MLK Day

Posted on January 16th, 2023 by

Honoring The Dream on MLK Day

Today is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and I encourage you to take time to recall the message he conveyed at his August 1963 “I Have A Dream” speech and think about if we’re there yet:

“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. (My Lord) I have a dream today.”

Here is a short video of this great speech: https://youtu.be/vP4iY1TtS3s

“The function of education, therefore, is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically.” -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (“The Purpose of Education” [1947])

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National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Posted on January 9th, 2023 by

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and we want to take a moment to thank the Citrus County Sheriff Department, the CCSO SROs, the Citrus County School Board Police Department, and the Citrus County School District Guardians for their hard work and dedication to keeping our students, staff, and schools safe.

We are grateful for the tireless efforts of these brave men and women in protecting our communities and ensuring that our schools remain safe places for learning and growth. We appreciate the sacrifices that law enforcement officers make every day and the commitment they have to keeping our communities safe.

Thank you to all of the law enforcement officers in Citrus County for your service. Your bravery and dedication to duty is deeply appreciated.

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CRHS alum now TV broadcast meteorologist

Posted on January 8th, 2023 by

CRHS alum now TV broadcast meteorologist

Gunnar Consol used to do the morning show in school, now he does it professionally

Photos courtesy of Gunnar Consol. Follow Gunnar Consol on twitter at @GunnarConsolWx

It is always inspiring to see our former students achieve success and make a name for themselves in their chosen fields. Gunnar Consol,  Crystal River High School alumnus class of 2017, has made a successful career for himself in the field of meteorology and broadcast journalism.

After graduating from Crystal River High School, Gunnar attended Plymouth State University where he received his degree in Meteorology, and was a student-athlete on the PSU Panthers NCAA DIII Track and Field team.

Upon graduating, Gunnar began his career as the Weekend Meteorologist/Reporter at NBC affiliate WHIZ Media Company in Zanesville, Ohio. He gained valuable experience and honing his skills as a meteorologist at WHIZ.

Currently, Gunnar is the Weekend Meteorologist at CBS and FOX affiliate WEVV-TV News 44 in Evansville, Indiana. In this role, he is responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date weather forecasts to the community, as well as reporting on weather-related news and events.

I had a chance to talk with Gunnar recently about his work as a meteorologist and what impact and role Citrus County Schools had. Gunnar shared, “I can’t help but be appreciative of how going through the Citrus County School System has helped facilitate my passions. This has undoubtedly helped get me to where I am today. I was naturally born with an affinity for the weather and an excitement of the news industry.” I was pleased when Gunnar shared when and what helped inspire him to follow his path. He said, “It was being able to be a part of the morning show at Homosassa Elementary, Crystal River Middle, and Crystal River High Schools that helped create the natural pathway into broadcast metrology.”

Gunnar’s parents reside in Citrus County and he makes an effort to visit when his schedule allows, such as the brief 36 hours he had at home during the holidays before returning to work on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Evansville.

We are so proud of Gunnar’s accomplishments and the success he has achieved. Gunnar is a shining example of what can be achieved through determination and a willingness to follow your dreams. We are proud of all that our alumni have achieved, regardless of their chosen career paths. From medical technicians to carpenters, teachers to nurses, engineers to plumbers, and meteorologists or something else, each and every one of our alumni has made their mark and we look forward to seeing all that they will accomplish in the future.

Follow Gunnar Consol on Facebook by clicking here or on twitter at @GunnarConsolWx

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Happy 2023

Posted on December 31st, 2022 by

Happy 2023

Happy New Year to the Citrus County School community! We hope that this year brings you joy, success, and good health. We are so grateful to have such dedicated students, hardworking staff, and supportive families as part of our community.

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Happy Holidays 2022

Posted on December 22nd, 2022 by

Happy Holidays 2022

Wishing you all a fantastic holiday vacation and Holiday Season. I hope that you all have the opportunity to relax, unwind, and spend time with your loved ones.

We are so grateful for all of the hard work and dedication that each and every one of you has shown throughout the year. We couldn’t be more proud to be a part of such a talented and dedicated community.

Here’s to a wonderful holiday season and a bright new year. Happy Holidays!

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