2024 Organizational Meeting of School Board
2024 Organizational Meeting of School Board
11/19/2024
Several New Appointments during the 2024 Organizational Meeting of the Citrus County School Board.
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False Threats
Threats are NEVER just a joke!
11/14/2024
“It’s not a joke, think before your post!”
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Spring eSchool Application Enrollment
Citrus eSchool Spring Enrollment OPEN
11/01/2024
The application for Spring Semester of eSchool opens today!
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Superintendent Sam Himmel
Sam Himmel: Lasting Legacy
10/22/2024
Celebrating Superintendent Sam Himmel
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Schools will open Monday, October 14th
Hurricane Milton Update
10/06/2024
Included are instructional makeup days
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District Monitoring Approaching Storm
Recovering from Hurricane Helene
09/23/2024
Schools being cleaned during recovery from Hurricane Helene.
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Darrick Buettner Recognized by School Board for his Prestigious Honorary Life Membership Award from the Aaron A. Weaver Chapter 776 MOPH
Buettner awarded Honorary Life Membership Award
09/10/2024
During today’s regular meeting of the Citrus County School Board, Superintendent Sam Himmel had the opportunity to recognize Director of Special Academic Programs, Darrick Buettner, for his recent award from the Aaron A. Weaver Chapter 776 MOPH.
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Cell Service Update
Relief Could Be in Sight for Citrus County’s Ongoing Cell Service Issues
08/28/2024
Citrus County residents may soon see an improvement in cell service coverage, thanks to a new initiative discussed during today’s special school board special meeting and workshop.
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Students Eat FREE Breakfast & Lunch
08/05/2024
Through the USDA’s Community Eligibility Program (CEP), the Citrus County School District is excited to again be offering FREE Breakfast and Lunch for all students for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.
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Sunshine State Scholars
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School lunch heros
Citrus Schools to Honor School Lunch Heroes
05/02/2024
On Friday, May 3, the Citrus County School District is encouraging students to say THANK YOU and show their appreciation for their school nutrition staff as part of National School Lunch Hero Day.
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CRHS Vet Techs and Buddy the dog
CRHS Vet Techs and Buddy the dog
03/21/2024
The students enjoyed learning about Buddy's ailments and special needs through hands-on learning.
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Spring Into a New Career with Citrus Schools
03/14/2024
Looking for more than just a job? Join our team and get a career you can be proud of!
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Athletes Recognized for their State Performances
Athletes Recognized for their State Performances
03/12/2024
During the March 12 regular school board meeting, Athletic TOSA Robert Verlato recognized three athletes for their stellar athletic performances at the state level.
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Superintendent Sam Himmel Announces Her Retirement from the School District
Superintendent Sam Himmel Announces Retirement
02/02/2024
Superintendent Sam Himmel Announces Her Retirement from the School District
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Celebrate CTE Month with us!
Celebrate CTE Month with us!
02/01/2024
Join the Citrus County School District in celebrating February as Career and Technical Education Month!
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Apply to our Academies 2024!
12/21/2023
8th graders - Apply to one of six academies right now!
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2025 TOY & 2024 SREOY
2025 TOY & 2024 SREOY
12/06/2023
In a momentous announcement, Citrus County Schools proudly recognizes two educators as our 2025 Teacher of the Year & 2024 School-Related Employee of the Year.
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Career Fair November 15, 2023
Fall Career Fair
11/01/2023
Career Fair November 15, 2023
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Red Ribbon Week 2023
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WTC Hosts Citrus County Leaders at Summit
WTC Hosts Citrus County Leaders at Summit
10/09/2023
Withlacoochee Technical College Hosts Citrus County Leaders at Summit
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Dr. Hebert hands out pocket constitutions
Pocket Constitutions
09/15/2023
Dr. Hebert hands out pocket constitutions
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CHS Teacher recognized by Congressman
09/12/2023
Citrus High School Computer Science teacher, Jerry Swiatek, was presented with a prestigious Congressional Recognition on behalf of Congressman Bilirakis.
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Mike Mullen Receives Honor
Former Asst. Supt. Receives Congressional Award
09/12/2023
𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
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Idalia - Storm Updates
Idalia - Storm Updates
08/27/2023
We continue to monitor the approach of Tropical Storm Idalia.
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Kennedy Receives FSBA Bridge Builder Award
08/09/2023
School Board member Thomas Kennedy was recognized during Tuesday’s school board meeting for his work as President of the Florida School Boards Association for the past year.
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School Board Welcomes Threat Management Supervisor
School Board Welcomes Threat Management Supervisor
08/08/2023
. In June, the Citrus County School Board approved the new Threat Management Supervisor position and immediately started looking for a qualified applicant.
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CHS's Larry Bishop - FACA's Hall of Fame
07/11/2023
Florida Athletic Coaches Association Hall of Fame Welcomes Citrus High School Softball Coach and Athletic Director, Larry Bishop
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Physicals & Immunizations
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2023-24 Meet The Teacher / Open House Dates
2023-24 Meet The Teacher / Open House Dates
06/18/2023
Find your child's open house date and meet their new teacher!
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Summer Career Fair
Citrus Schools Hosts Summer Career Fair
06/05/2023
Looking for more than just a job? Join our team and get a career you can be proud of!
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Class of 2023 - Senior Moments
Class of 2023 - Senior Moments
05/30/2023
Links to photos and videos that you may have missed throughout the month of May.
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Perfect Audit for Public Safety Training Center
Perfect Audit for Public Safety Training Center
05/19/2023
The Citrus County Public Safety Training Center at the Withlacoochee Technical College, was recognized by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Office of Professionalism for completing a perfect audit for the 2021-2022 academic year.
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Congrats Graduates
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Corrections Graduation
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MOAA Scholarship
MOAA Scholarship
05/12/2023
The 2023 MOAA JROTC ceremony was held on Thursday, May 11th and two of our outstanding seniors were recognized.
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Controlled Open Enrollment
Controlled Open Enrollment For 2023-2024
03/15/2023
School Choice applications are being accepted now through Friday, May 26, 2023.
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Annual 4-H Speech Contest a Success
03/09/2023
Two students from each public school, and private school, came together to shine as they wowed the judges while presenting their speeches.
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February Career Fair
February Career Fair
01/05/2023
Our Career Fair will take place on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College of Central Florida Conference Center in Lecanto.
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Galaxy of Stars 2022-23
Galaxy of Stars 2022-23
12/05/2022
Announcement of our 2024 Teacher of the Year and 2023 School-Related Employee of the Year.
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Weather update
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Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week 2022
10/13/2022
Red Ribbon Week takes place each year from October 23 through 31st.
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Hurricane Ian Updates
Hurricane Ian Update
09/25/2022
Latest updates regarding Hurricane Ian
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School Bus
Information Line: 352-637-9710
07/25/2022
Information line for parents regarding school bus questions and concerns for the upcoming school year.
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Orientation/Meet Your Teacher 2022-23
Orientation/Meet Your Teacher 2022-23
06/23/2022
Dates and times for Orientation/Meet Your Teacher
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Summer Career Fair
Career Fair - July 21st
06/21/2022
Our Career Fair will take place on Thursday, July 21, 2022, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College of Central Florida Conference Center in Lecanto.
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Graduation 2022 Moments
Graduation 2022 Moments
05/27/2022
Pictures and videos from 2022 Graduations
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CRE participates in Wild Ones Seeds program
05/23/2022
Central Ridge Elementary participates in Wild Ones Seeds for Education Grant Program.
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CRHS student wins Florida Art Competition
CRHS student wins Florida Art Competition
05/20/2022
Congratulations to Crystal River High School’s, Brooke Hurst.
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4-H Public Speaking Winners
4-H Public Speaking Winners
05/11/2022
Student winners got the opportunity to read their speech during Tuesday’s school board meeting.
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State Science Fair
State Science Fair Awards
04/04/2022
Congratulations to all of our students who performed at the State Science Fair!
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Four CRHS students become part of an elite group of Eagle Scouts.
Four Students Earn Eagle Scout Recognition
03/08/2022
Four CRHS students become part of an elite group of Eagle Scouts.
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Splash into a new career!
March Career Fair
02/25/2022
Looking for more than just a job? Join our team and get a career you can be proud of!
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Teacher of the Year
Galaxy Of Stars 2022
01/18/2022
2023 Teacher of the Year & 2022 School-Related Employee of the Year
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CHS recognized at school board meeting
CHS - School of Distinction
01/11/2022
Citrus High School recognized for its excellence in education from the Cognia Global Network.
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Citrus County’s Graduation Rates Continue to Rise
01/07/2022
The Citrus County School District's 2021 graduation rate rose from 87.1% to 88.1%.
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Meet your 2022 District Academic Challenge Team
Meet your 2022 District Academic Challenge Team
11/30/2021
Congratulations to the six students who will represent Citrus County at this year's State Academic Challenge event in Orlando.
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School Board Organizational Meeting
School Board Organizational Meeting
11/10/2021
Full speed ahead for the Citrus County School Board. During the annual organizational meeting Tuesday afternoon, board members voted on school board member Virginia “Ginger” Bryant as the new chairperson.
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Royal EMT program
Interested in becoming an EMT?
11/01/2021
We are looking for current dual enrollment students that might be interested in the EMT program.
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Join Our Team - Citrus Schools Hosts Career Fair
09/28/2021
Our career fair will offer opportunities for new and experienced teachers in all areas, para pros, bus drivers, food and nutritional services, custodians, and much more.
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Pathway to UF
Extend Your Pathway to College – October 7th
09/23/2021
It’s never too early to begin thinking about college. The College of Central Florida and the University of Florida are joining forces for a special presentation to explain new pathways to earning a college degree.
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The 2021 Congressional App Challenge
08/12/2021
The 2021 Congressional App Challenge is now open to High School and Middle School Students.
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Health and safety protocols
Learning Options & Safety Protocols 21-22
08/04/2021
Citrus County Schools is finalizing plans for the 2021-22 school year and will offer two learning options for students.
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Spring Test Scores Released
07/29/2021
Citrus County School District Statewide English Language Arts, Math, Science and End-of-Course Test Results Spring 2021
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Lunch program extended
Free Meals Continue Into New School Year
07/29/2021
Free school meals will continue for public school students into the 2021-22 school year.
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Hunter Eichorn, Safety Patroller of the Year
CRPS student honored
07/13/2021
Crystal River Primary School fifth-grader, Hunter Eichhorn was selected among thousands of Florida students as the 2020-21 “AAA Safety Patroller of the Year.”
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Storm Updates
Latest News: Hurricane Elsa
07/06/2021
Tropical Storm Elsa is likely to impact Citrus County Tuesday evening into early Wednesday morning.
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CRHS student wins Congressional Art Competition
05/24/2021
Stacia Bowers of Crystal River High School wins First Place overall in the 2021 Congressional Art Competition for Florida.
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Summer Feeding Program 2021
05/24/2021
Citrus County School’s Food and Nutrition Services will be participating in the Summer Feeding Program during the months of June and July.
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FCC Helps Households Connect During the Pandemic
05/20/2021
Good news for Citrus County families and households struggling to afford internet service.
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Annual Tropicana Speech Contest Goes Virtual
02/25/2021
Despite the pandemic forcing the event to go virtual, students were excited again this year to participate in the annual Tropicana Speech Contest.
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2021 Science Fair Winners
02/19/2021
Despite the pandemic, this year’s Citrus Regional Science and Engineering Fair (CRSEF) normally held in person at the Citrus County Auditorium in Inverness, was a success! However, because of safety protocols, students at both at the school and regional level participated virtually.
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Para Pro to Teacher Program Graduates
02/09/2021
One of our goals within the school district is to build teachers from within our schools. We honored three teachers during our regular school board meeting today who have graduated from our Para Pro to Teacher program in partnership with St. Leo University.
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Meet our 2022 Teacher of the Year & 2021 School-Related Employee of the Year
Teacher & School-Related Employee of the Year
01/09/2021
Meet our 2022 Teacher of the Year & 2021 School-Related Employee of the Year
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School District honors Police Chief
12/08/2020
School District honors Police Chief and Swears in New Command.
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Education Support Professionals Day Nov 18, 2020
11/18/2020
Each year, we set aside the Wednesday of American Education Week, to celebrate and express our gratitude to the Education Support Professionals (ESP) who make Citrus County Schools such great places to learn.
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2020 National School Bus Safety Week
10/19/2020
2020 National School Bus Safety Week: October 19-23, 2020 and the theme is "Red Lights Mean STOP!"
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FREE SAT & ACT Test Prep
FREE SAT & ACT Test Prep
10/08/2020
Free class for any student in high school who wants to improve his/her SAT or ACT scores!
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Lunch program extended
FREE School Meals extended through December
09/16/2020
Under the Summer Food Service Program, all children 18 years old and younger may receive FREE Breakfast and Lunch.
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CCSB welcomes two more guardians
08/25/2020
Citrus County School Board members welcomed two more guardians during today's school board special meeting and workshop.
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LHS students Win Congressional Art Competition
06/04/2020
Two 10th grade students, both from Lecanto High School, were surprised when Florida Congressman Daniel Webster of the 11th Congressional District unveiled to them they had won the 2020 Congressional Art Competition.
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Summer Learning
School District Plans for Summer Learning
05/19/2020
The Citrus County School District has been developing our Summer Instructional Remote Learning Plan to ensure all students, including those with disabilities, have access to high-quality learning opportunities at home through the summer months.
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School Lunch Hero Day
Citrus County Schools to Honor School Lunch Heroes
04/28/2020
On Friday, May 1, the Citrus County School District is encouraging students to show their appreciation for their school nutrition staff as part of National School Lunch Hero Day. We are hoping students will shower their school lunch heroes with a thank you or any other type of supportive recognition you choose.
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Latest Coronavirus Updates
Expansion of Meal Distribution Sites
03/26/2020
With the success of our meal distribution sites, Citrus Schools is expanding our reach to families by adding meal sites at more schools and now on school bus routes as well.
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Read the Latest on School Closures & Fall Enrollment
02/28/2020
Our district is taking proactive measures to protect our students and staff from illnesses such as the flu and coronavirus.
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Jessica Price, Sam Himmel and Althea Council
Galaxy of the Stars
02/17/2020
Citrus County Schools is proud to announce Jessica Price, a Spanish teacher at Lecanto High School, as Citrus County Schools “Teacher of the Year” for 2021 and Althea Council, a Food Services Manager at Citrus Springs Middle School, as School-Related Employee of the Year for 2020.
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New EMT program at CRHS
The Phil Royal EMT Program at CRHS
01/28/2020
A new EMT program offered at Crystal River High School as part of the CRHS Academy of Health Careers is now called The Phil Royal EMT Program.
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Citrus County’s Graduation Rates Continue to Climb
01/21/2020
The Citrus County School District is proud to announce that the graduation rate rose to an incredible 86 percent.
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Superintendent Himmel
Himmel named Florida's Superintendent of the Year
12/04/2019
We are proud to announce Citrus County Schools Superintendent Sandra “Sam” Himmel was named the Florida 2020 Superintendent of the Year by the Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS).
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November is Family Engagement Month
11/04/2019
Parents, grandparents, guardians, and extended families are encouraged to be involved in their children’s education throughout the year.
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Wash your hands! Flu season is here.
10/21/2019
The Florida Department of Health is encouraging families to get vaccinated for influenza. Influenza vaccines are safe and the best way to protect against influenza and its potentially severe complications.
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Substitutes Needed
Substitute Teachers Needed
10/21/2019
The Citrus County School District is seeking substitute teachers for grades K-12.
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DRILL: Active Shooter Training
10/03/2019
Communication is crucial when it comes to the safety of our students and staff if one of our schools is ever faced with an active shooter situation.
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