Posted on November 20th, 2020 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Citrus County Blessings Board of Directors meeting
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Posted on November 12th, 2020 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Chronicle shares about CRHS Royal EMT Program
Students in the College of Central Florida’s dual-enrollment Phil Royal EMT Program at Crystal River High School’s Academy of Health Careers apply oxygen to a training dummy during a class prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Those pictured, from left to right: Bradley Ciccone, Maxwell Wolff, Zachary Kahler and Grace Mason. (c) Citrus Chronicle – https://www.chronicleonline.com
Great article on this outstanding opportunity for high school seniors next semester. Please read!
Thank you to Citrus County Chronicle for covering this program and opportunity.
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Posted on November 4th, 2020 by
Thomas E Kennedy
FHSAA appeals voted on Wednesday
FHSAA Sectional Appeals Committee votes impact lives
Today I was honored to again participate in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s Sectional Appeals Committee. Today we had a number of appeals brought by families of student-athletes and schools. This is one of the most fulfilling committees I am honored to serve on. This is a group of academic and athletic leaders who collectively and impartially vote to approve FHSAA appeals as part of the FHSAA’s due process system.
During today’s meeting, one of the appealing school athletic directors after the appeal vote praised the FHSAA and those of us on the appeals committee for providing and being part of a democratic process where student-athletes can present their case and the facts for consideration. During one of the appeal presentations, one of our more stoic members following the vote became visibly emotional because the decision we made may have had profound impacts on a young person’s life.
These are more than just a decision to let a young person play or not, or be disciplined or not. For many, these activities can represent college enrollment, college tuition, needed mental health, a reason to come to school, and much more. Everyone in and out of the room has one objective and that is to do what is best for the student, the other student-athletes, and the school, in that order.
I am so grateful to the superior FHSAA staff that support and assistance us with having the information to make good decisions. I thank FHSAA for providing the FHSAA’s due process system. Lastly, I thank both my appeals committee and those committee’s around the state that does this each month for no compensation and no reward other than doing best for students.
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Posted on November 2nd, 2020 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Phil Royal EMT Program Enrollment Open to CRHS, LHS & CHS Seniors
APPLY TODAY for Next Semester!!!
Talk to your Guidance Counselor today!!
QUALIFY AS A DUAL ENROLLMENT STUDENT (SENIORS ONLY)
2.0 unweighted GPA
Qualifying test scores:
ACT Reading 19 English 17 Math 19
SAT Reading 24 English 25 Math 24
PERT Reading 106 Writing 103 Math 114
Complete Dual enrollment application
COMPLETE EMT APPLICATION
Copy of Driver’s License
One page personal typewritten resume
Completed Wonderlic test (minimum score of 19 required) $15
Fingerprint receipt for background check $55
Copy of CPR card $25
Completed CF Health forms
Physical (CF Physical form required)
Immunizations (Tdap, MMR, Hep B, Varicella, flu)
TB test $50
SCHEDULING INFORMATION
• Required dual enrollment classes will be held through the CRHS campus for periods 4 thru 7 on Monday—Thursday. No classes on Friday. Mondays and Tuesdays are instructional days; Wednesdays and Thursdays are lab days. Students attending from Citrus or Lecanto will still graduate as Hurricanes or Panthers!
• The four EMT courses will equal 12 credit hours. If enrolled in the EMT program, students may only take one additional dual enrollment course.
• CF Spring semester begins on January 6th; those students who are currently scheduled in high school courses on their campus will have to work with administration to make arrangements to take first semester exams early for any classes that would conflict with the EMT courses.
• It is the understanding of CRHS Administration that students participating in the EMT program from CHS and LHS would remain students at those respective schools. CRHS is just providing the location for the EMT courses.
Little to No Cost
Citrus County Students enrolling in the EMT program through Dual Enrollment can complete the program for approximately $350 out of pocket.
Financial Aid is available.
The average cost of this program at CF is $2,500. That is a savings of $2,150 to our students!
Upon completion of this program and after passing the certification exam, students are eligible to be directly employed as an EMT.
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Posted on September 15th, 2020 by
Thomas E Kennedy
iPad Insurance available for Citrus School student issued devices- DEADLINE extended
The deadline for OPTIONAL iPad insurance is September 30, 2020 October 14, 2020.
Citrus County Schools is providing this information about optional iPad insurance for families.
Worth Ave. Group – is now offering OPTIONAL iPad insurance to families. If you choose to participate in this insurance, it is an agreement between you and the company. At a cost of only $24.27 a school year, parents can file unlimited claims with Worth Ave. Group for up to $299.00 in coverage for a host of issues, from cracked screens to theft.
There is a zero-deductible. The device, accessories, and all necessary software is loaned to students free of charge but, in accordance with district policy, parents/guardians are financially responsible for damage, loss, or theft of the device under certain circumstances.
Direct portal link: https://gpo.worthavegroup.com/gpo/citrusschools
*The insurance agreement is between student’s family and the company. See the flyer for more details.
Citrus County Schools is providing information about optional iPad insurance for families. Citrus County Schools does not endorse the company. Citrus County Schools offers no warranties or representations with this information.
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Posted on September 11th, 2020 by
Thomas E Kennedy
Citrus Schools to provide FREE breakfast and lunch thru December under grant
Superintendent Himmel recently requested and received approval from the Florida Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services Office to allow the Citrus County School District to operate under the Summer Food Service Program through December 18, 2020. This program will begin on Monday, September 14th.
Under the Summer Food Service Program, all children 18 years old and younger may receive FREE Breakfast and Lunch.
For our Brick and Mortar students, they will be entitled to receive free school breakfast and lunch at school Monday through Friday.
On Thursdays from 12:15-1:15 pm, parents/guardians will be allowed to pick-up weekend meals for their students. Students do not have to be in the vehicle to receive meals, however, Parents/Guardians must provide the first and last name of the child, the school name and grade your child is in, and let the Food and Nutrition Staff know that you’re picking up weekend meals for your brick and mortar student.
Weekend Meals will consist of 2 days of school lunches, 2 days of school breakfasts, 2 days of SUPER Snacks, and Regular Snacks. Some items may need to be heated. Cooking instructions will be provided on the Food and Nutrition Services website
https://www.citrusschools.org/d…/food_and_nutrition_services
Again, the Meal Distribution time will be from 12:15-1:15 pm. on Thursdays.
Please refer to www.citrus.nutrislice.com for locations and menus.
https://www.citrusschools.org/d…/food_and_nutrition_services
Please know that if your students have NOT already been approved for Free or Reduced-Price meals for the 2020-2021 SY, you MUST complete a Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application. This will ensure your child will receive school meals based on your income status once the deadline for the Summer Food Service Program occurs.
If you have any questions, please contact the Citrus County Schools Food and Nutrition Service Department at 352-726-1931 Ext. 2402
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So honored to serve on this great board for this organization that addresses children’s hunger in Citrus County. Extra honored to serve for another year with my daughter Genevieve, who is a student representative and often works as a team site leader.
