📚🎓 Looking for a path to graduation? Santa Rosa High School is now enrolling for the 2026–2027 school year!
✅ Small, supportive environment
✅ Flexible graduation options
✅ Helping students succeed and graduate
📞 Call 850-983-5710 to schedule a meeting. #SRHS #NowEnrolling #SRCDS
✅ Small, supportive environment
✅ Flexible graduation options
✅ Helping students succeed and graduate
📞 Call 850-983-5710 to schedule a meeting. #SRHS #NowEnrolling #SRCDS
💪📖 The learning never stops!
While students enjoy summer break, Santa Rosa County District Schools' teachers and administrators are already preparing for the 2026-2027 school year. Our team was well represented at the Building Expertise Conference in Orlando, where they explored strategies to strengthen instruction, support student-led academic teaming, and enhance student learning.
We can't wait to bring these ideas back to our classrooms and make the upcoming school year our best yet! 🌟📚💙 #SRCDS
While students enjoy summer break, Santa Rosa County District Schools' teachers and administrators are already preparing for the 2026-2027 school year. Our team was well represented at the Building Expertise Conference in Orlando, where they explored strategies to strengthen instruction, support student-led academic teaming, and enhance student learning.
We can't wait to bring these ideas back to our classrooms and make the upcoming school year our best yet! 🌟📚💙 #SRCDS
Proud of the Pace High School NJROTC cadets and Milton High School Student Government Officers who represented our district at the America 250 Time Capsule Ceremony held at Veterans Memorial Park in Milton. We are honored to have contributed an item to the time capsule and to be part of this meaningful tribute to our nation's history and military members. ❤️🤍💙 #America250 #SRCDS
Happy Independence Day! We hope all of our families have a fun, safe, and memorable Fourth of July celebration! ❤️🤍💙
The July 2026 Edition of Leaps & Bounds is now available at the link below!
We’re excited to share the latest issue of Leaps & Bounds! In this edition, you’ll find highlights from summer activities featuring our students and teachers, along with helpful resources for families. Be sure to check out the Back-to-School section beginning on page 20, as it includes lots of important information for the 2026–2027 school year.
Our Summer Break Spot feeding program for children up to age 18 is featured on page 19 - see inside for locations, dates, and times.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
🔗https://bit.ly/July2026Leaps
We’re excited to share the latest issue of Leaps & Bounds! In this edition, you’ll find highlights from summer activities featuring our students and teachers, along with helpful resources for families. Be sure to check out the Back-to-School section beginning on page 20, as it includes lots of important information for the 2026–2027 school year.
Our Summer Break Spot feeding program for children up to age 18 is featured on page 19 - see inside for locations, dates, and times.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
🔗https://bit.ly/July2026Leaps
🏆 Santa Rosa County District Schools remains an "A" rated district! ⭐
We are proud to celebrate another year of academic excellence with:
✅ 12 A-rated schools
📈 2 schools improved by a full letter grade
Congratulations to our students, employees, families, and community partners for making this achievement possible. Together, we're continuing a tradition of excellence across Santa Rosa County!
#SRCDS 💙💚
All Santa Rosa County District Schools and district offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.
As our nation prepares to celebrate 250 years of American independence, we hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe and meaningful holiday with loved ones. ❤️🤍💙
Regular office hours will resume on Monday, July 6.
As our nation prepares to celebrate 250 years of American independence, we hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe and meaningful holiday with loved ones. ❤️🤍💙
Regular office hours will resume on Monday, July 6.
✨ ENROLL TODAY! ✨
We’re excited to welcome new families and students of ALL grade levels to Santa Rosa County District Schools!
✅ How to Enroll (All Students):
Step 1️⃣: Register your child in the FOCUS Parent Portal
🔗 https://santarosa.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
Step 2️⃣: Contact your child’s zoned school for next steps
📍 Not sure which school you're zoned for? Use the locator:
🔗 https://cloud.santarosa.fl.gov/schoolzone/lookup/index.html
📚 More enrollment & Back-to-School (2026–2027) information:
🔗 https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/enrollment
🔗 https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/26-27-back-to-school-page
Required Documents (All Students):
➡️ Birth Certificate
➡️ Florida Certificate of Immunization (Form 680)
➡️ Physical Examination (Form DH3040 – within the last 12 months)
➡️ Proof of Residence (current utility bill within 30 days)
Start your student’s journey with us - Enroll Today! 💙
#SRCDS
We’re excited to welcome new families and students of ALL grade levels to Santa Rosa County District Schools!
✅ How to Enroll (All Students):
Step 1️⃣: Register your child in the FOCUS Parent Portal
🔗 https://santarosa.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/
Step 2️⃣: Contact your child’s zoned school for next steps
📍 Not sure which school you're zoned for? Use the locator:
🔗 https://cloud.santarosa.fl.gov/schoolzone/lookup/index.html
📚 More enrollment & Back-to-School (2026–2027) information:
🔗 https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/enrollment
🔗 https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/26-27-back-to-school-page
Required Documents (All Students):
➡️ Birth Certificate
➡️ Florida Certificate of Immunization (Form 680)
➡️ Physical Examination (Form DH3040 – within the last 12 months)
➡️ Proof of Residence (current utility bill within 30 days)
Start your student’s journey with us - Enroll Today! 💙
#SRCDS
🚌🎒 COME HELP US STUFF THE BUS! 🎒🚌
Join Santa Rosa County District Schools & United Way of West Florida on July 23 from 8 AM – 6 PM and make a BIG difference for local students!
Find us at:
📍 Navarre Walmart — 9360 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre
📍 Gulf Breeze (Tiger Point) Walmart — 3767 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze
📍 Pace (Pea Ridge) Walmart — 4965 US-90, Pace
✏️ Grab a few extra school supplies while you shop and drop them in the bus
Can’t make it in person? No problem!
🛒 Shop our Amazon wish list: https://a.co/08V7uKzI
Want to be part of the action?
🙋 Volunteer: https://www.uwwf.org/form/stb-2026-volunteer-interest-form
👉 Learn more: https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/2026-stuff-the-bus
#SRCDS
Join Santa Rosa County District Schools & United Way of West Florida on July 23 from 8 AM – 6 PM and make a BIG difference for local students!
Find us at:
📍 Navarre Walmart — 9360 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre
📍 Gulf Breeze (Tiger Point) Walmart — 3767 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze
📍 Pace (Pea Ridge) Walmart — 4965 US-90, Pace
✏️ Grab a few extra school supplies while you shop and drop them in the bus
Can’t make it in person? No problem!
🛒 Shop our Amazon wish list: https://a.co/08V7uKzI
Want to be part of the action?
🙋 Volunteer: https://www.uwwf.org/form/stb-2026-volunteer-interest-form
👉 Learn more: https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/2026-stuff-the-bus
#SRCDS
📣 Santa Rosa County District Schools Launches Enrollment Outreach Effort ✨
We’re excited to share that SRCDS has partnered with Caissa K12 to connect with families and support student enrollment across our district! 📚🤝
With so many educational choices available today, this outreach effort helps ensure families are aware of the high-quality programs, dedicated teachers, and strong support systems right here in Santa Rosa County.
Families may receive calls, emails, or texts with helpful information about enrollment options and available resources. 📞📧📱
👉 Learn more and enroll today: https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/enrollment
#SRCDS
We’re excited to share that SRCDS has partnered with Caissa K12 to connect with families and support student enrollment across our district! 📚🤝
With so many educational choices available today, this outreach effort helps ensure families are aware of the high-quality programs, dedicated teachers, and strong support systems right here in Santa Rosa County.
Families may receive calls, emails, or texts with helpful information about enrollment options and available resources. 📞📧📱
👉 Learn more and enroll today: https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/enrollment
#SRCDS
🚨 ESE Parents—Last Call!
The 2025–2026 Parent Survey is still open—but time is running out! ⏰
Your feedback = better support for our students ✔️
👉 Scan the QR code or click: bit.ly/ESEParentSurvey
Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard! 💙🙌
🌱 Growing and Learning Together at the ESE Symposium! 🌱
Today, leaders from across Santa Rosa County District Schools came together at the Dillon Center for our annual ESE Administrator Symposium. Centered around the theme “Grow and Learn Together,” the day provided valuable opportunities for school leaders to collaborate, strengthen their knowledge, and stay informed on the latest developments impacting Exceptional Student Education.
A special thank you to our incredible community sponsors whose generosity helped make today’s event possible:
💚 Small Town Designs
💚 Hummingbirds
💚 The Makery
💚 Pace Walmart Market
💚 Publix 5 Points
💚 Shane Thomas Realtor
💚 Jim N. Nicks
💚 Home Depot
💚 El Paso
💚 La Hacienda – Milton
💚 Brown Bagger
💚 Chick-fil-A
💚 Sims Orthodontics
💚 Santa Rosa County Federal Credit Union
We are grateful for your partnership and support as we continue working together to ensure success for every student. #SRCDS
ANNUAL SUMMER ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE – DAY 2 ☀️🌱
Day 2 of our Annual Summer Administrative Conference was another incredible success, hosted at the Santa Rosa Center for Innovation! Building on our theme of “New Beginnings & Growing,” the momentum continued as our leaders deepened their learning, strengthened connections, and focused on the work ahead. 🎉
A huge thank you to our dedicated Office of Professional Learning and the Workforce Development Office for planning and facilitating another outstanding day of meaningful learning and collaboration. Administrators practiced a teaming activity and participated in informative sessions with their grade level directors, where they received important information to prepare for the year and engaged in meaningful discussions—because collaboration is key! 🏆
We were honored to hear from keynote speaker Charles Fonbuena, whose decades of leadership experience with FranklinCovey have impacted leaders across industries throughout the U.S. and Canada. His message emphasized the importance of thinking differently to solve today’s challenges, living by timeless principles, and building systems that empower people to achieve lasting success—delivered with authenticity, wisdom, and humor.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors—Bluum, ClearTouch, ESS Substitutes, Florida Association of School Administrators, FranklinCovey, hand2mind, Howard, Jostens, Kiddom, MagicSchool, and The Bridge—for your continued support in making this event possible.
What a successful administrative conference! Our SRCDS administrators are energized, inspired, and ready for a 2026–2027 school year that is sure to blossom! 🌸✨
Day 2 of our Annual Summer Administrative Conference was another incredible success, hosted at the Santa Rosa Center for Innovation! Building on our theme of “New Beginnings & Growing,” the momentum continued as our leaders deepened their learning, strengthened connections, and focused on the work ahead. 🎉
A huge thank you to our dedicated Office of Professional Learning and the Workforce Development Office for planning and facilitating another outstanding day of meaningful learning and collaboration. Administrators practiced a teaming activity and participated in informative sessions with their grade level directors, where they received important information to prepare for the year and engaged in meaningful discussions—because collaboration is key! 🏆
We were honored to hear from keynote speaker Charles Fonbuena, whose decades of leadership experience with FranklinCovey have impacted leaders across industries throughout the U.S. and Canada. His message emphasized the importance of thinking differently to solve today’s challenges, living by timeless principles, and building systems that empower people to achieve lasting success—delivered with authenticity, wisdom, and humor.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors—Bluum, ClearTouch, ESS Substitutes, Florida Association of School Administrators, FranklinCovey, hand2mind, Howard, Jostens, Kiddom, MagicSchool, and The Bridge—for your continued support in making this event possible.
What a successful administrative conference! Our SRCDS administrators are energized, inspired, and ready for a 2026–2027 school year that is sure to blossom! 🌸✨
ANNUAL SUMMER ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE – DAY 1 ☀️🌱
What an amazing first day of our Annual Summer Administrative Conference, hosted at Soundside High School! With this year’s theme, “New Beginnings & Growing,” our school and district leaders came together for a day full of inspiration, collaboration, and meaningful learning. 🎉
A huge thank you to our outstanding Office of Professional Learning Team for making today a success! Administrators engaged in impactful sessions along with rich discussions on Cultivating Growth in Schools and Reimagining School Climate and Culture. We are excited to continue implementing our instructional model with Instructional Empowerment, centered on student-led academic teams. 🏆
We were honored to welcome keynote speaker Jeremy Wyatt, a Santa Rosa County native and CEO of Ametris. His message centered on career growth and leadership, emphasizing his passion for identifying talent, developing leaders, and building teams capable of achieving extraordinary results together—while reminding us of the powerful impact educators have on shaping futures.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors - Bluum, ClearTouch, ESS Substitutes, Florida Association of School Administrators, FranklinCovey, hand2mind, Howard, Jostens, Kiddom, MagicSchool, and The Bridge - for your continued support in making this event possible.
And a huge shout out to Jordan West Photography for capturing today’s special moments! 📸
Day 1 was incredible - let’s keep the momentum going for Day 2! 🌟
What an amazing first day of our Annual Summer Administrative Conference, hosted at Soundside High School! With this year’s theme, “New Beginnings & Growing,” our school and district leaders came together for a day full of inspiration, collaboration, and meaningful learning. 🎉
A huge thank you to our outstanding Office of Professional Learning Team for making today a success! Administrators engaged in impactful sessions along with rich discussions on Cultivating Growth in Schools and Reimagining School Climate and Culture. We are excited to continue implementing our instructional model with Instructional Empowerment, centered on student-led academic teams. 🏆
We were honored to welcome keynote speaker Jeremy Wyatt, a Santa Rosa County native and CEO of Ametris. His message centered on career growth and leadership, emphasizing his passion for identifying talent, developing leaders, and building teams capable of achieving extraordinary results together—while reminding us of the powerful impact educators have on shaping futures.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors - Bluum, ClearTouch, ESS Substitutes, Florida Association of School Administrators, FranklinCovey, hand2mind, Howard, Jostens, Kiddom, MagicSchool, and The Bridge - for your continued support in making this event possible.
And a huge shout out to Jordan West Photography for capturing today’s special moments! 📸
Day 1 was incredible - let’s keep the momentum going for Day 2! 🌟
💙 Celebrating Leadership Excellence 💙
Great leaders make a lasting difference - and today we celebrate some of the very best! 🌟
Chosen by their peers, we are proud to recognize our Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals of the Year and Assistant Principals of the Year. Their leadership, passion, and dedication to students, staff, and school communities truly make an impact every single day.
We are so grateful for all they do to support and inspire excellence across our district. Please help us congratulate these outstanding leaders on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉
#SRCDS
Great leaders make a lasting difference - and today we celebrate some of the very best! 🌟
Chosen by their peers, we are proud to recognize our Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals of the Year and Assistant Principals of the Year. Their leadership, passion, and dedication to students, staff, and school communities truly make an impact every single day.
We are so grateful for all they do to support and inspire excellence across our district. Please help us congratulate these outstanding leaders on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉
#SRCDS
🎉✂️ IT’S OFFICIAL… SOUNDSIDE HIGH SCHOOL IS HERE! ✂️🎉
Today was NOTHING short of AMAZING as we celebrated the ribbon cutting of Soundside High School — the newest high school in Santa Rosa County! 💙🐾
From the moment the ribbon fell, the energy was electric ⚡ — families, students, staff, and community members all gathered together to show off that incredible Cane spirit and welcome a brand-new chapter in education. And WOW… once those doors opened, the halls quickly filled with excitement as guests toured this stunning 250,000-square-foot campus!
🏫 Soundside High by the Numbers:
✨ ~560 students expected this fall
✨ About 300 freshmen, 200 sophomores, plus 50+ ESE CBSA/Access students
✨ Around 40 dedicated teachers and 2 administrators
✨ Built for the future: 1,800 student capacity & 78 classrooms
✨ First graduating class: Class of 2029 🎓
🎶🏈 Opportunities Galore!
This isn’t just a school — it’s a place where passions come alive! Students will have access to band, chorus, and endless opportunities both in and out of the classroom.
⚽ Athletics are ready to go!
Fall: Football, Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, Sideline Cheer
Winter: Basketball, Soccer, Cheer, Girls Weightlifting
Spring: Baseball, Softball, Track & Field, Boys Weightlifting
💥 From academics to arts, athletics to leadership — Soundside High School is ready to shine!
Today wasn’t just a ribbon cutting… it was the start of something BIG. The pride, the excitement, the future — it’s all happening right here.
#SoundsideHigh #GoCanes #SRCDS
💚🌀 Reminder! Big Day Tomorrow at Soundside High School! 🌀💚
Join us as we celebrate an exciting milestone for our community with the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Soundside High School—Home of the Hurricanes! 💚🌀
📅 Tuesday, June 9th
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 SHS Cafeteria
After the ceremony, stick around for an Open House and get a closer look at our beautiful new campus! 🎉
📌 Parking & Location Info:
The cafeteria is located in the southwest corner of campus (closest to Code Ninjas). Parking is available in:
The south lot (parallel to Hwy 98)
The west and east lots (short walk)
The bus ramp in front of the school
We can’t wait to celebrate with our students, families, and community members - come be part of this special moment!
🌞📚 Planning Ahead for the 2026–2027 School Year! 🚌✨
Summer is just getting started, but we know many of our families love to plan ahead!
Our 2026-2027 Back to School page is your one-stop spot for everything you’ll need when it’s time to gear up for a new year - school supplies, calendars, meals, helpful apps, and so much more!
👉 Check it out here:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/26-27-back-to-school-page
💡 We’ll be updating and adding information as the new school year gets closer, so be sure to check back often!
📌 Go ahead and save this post so it’s easy to find when back-to-school season rolls around.
Enjoy your summer now… we’ll be here when you’re ready! 🌴😎📓
Summer is just getting started, but we know many of our families love to plan ahead!
Our 2026-2027 Back to School page is your one-stop spot for everything you’ll need when it’s time to gear up for a new year - school supplies, calendars, meals, helpful apps, and so much more!
👉 Check it out here:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/26-27-back-to-school-page
💡 We’ll be updating and adding information as the new school year gets closer, so be sure to check back often!
📌 Go ahead and save this post so it’s easy to find when back-to-school season rolls around.
Enjoy your summer now… we’ll be here when you’re ready! 🌴😎📓
📚✏️ School Supply Lists for 2026–2027 Are Ready! 🚌🎒
Skip the stress this year! Back-to-school shopping just got a whole lot easier!
✅ No time to shop? No problem!
Parents can now add their child’s entire school supply list to their online cart with just ONE click—no searching, no clicking, no adding items one by one.
🖱️ Simply:
• Select your child’s school
• Choose their grade level
• Pick your preferred retailer
• Click add to cart… and you’re DONE!
👉 Start shopping the easy way here:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/srcds/page/shop-2026-2027-school-supply-lists-online
🛍️ Prefer to shop in-store?
You can also view and print your child’s supply list here:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/school-supply-lists
Make back-to-school prep simple and stress-free this year! 📓✨
Skip the stress this year! Back-to-school shopping just got a whole lot easier!
✅ No time to shop? No problem!
Parents can now add their child’s entire school supply list to their online cart with just ONE click—no searching, no clicking, no adding items one by one.
🖱️ Simply:
• Select your child’s school
• Choose their grade level
• Pick your preferred retailer
• Click add to cart… and you’re DONE!
👉 Start shopping the easy way here:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/srcds/page/shop-2026-2027-school-supply-lists-online
🛍️ Prefer to shop in-store?
You can also view and print your child’s supply list here:
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/school-supply-lists
Make back-to-school prep simple and stress-free this year! 📓✨
📢 Calling All ESE Parents!
Your feedback makes a difference! The 2025–2026 ESE Parent Survey is now open and takes just a few minutes to complete.
📝 Your input helps us grow and better support our students.
👉 Scan the QR code or visit: bit.ly/ESEParentSurvey
Thank you for partnering with us! 💙
