St . Johns County School District
By Tim Forson , Superintendent of Schools
On behalf of the St . Johns County School District , it is an honor to serve your children and families . I want to start by congratulating the graduating class of 2022 . This past month over 3,300 seniors participated in graduation ceremonies across the district , the fruition of the hard work and meaningful education taking place in our schools .
I am especially grateful to work for a district with such devoted and talented people whose focus remains steadfastly on the success and well-being of students . As we return to a more normal setting in our schools and classrooms , I continue to be grateful for the leadership and dedication of our teachers . Teachers are champions of youth and members of a noble profession engaged in one of the most important rights of freedom that is education for all citizens . Something our teachers embrace even in the face of challenges beyond our control . We are fortunate to have a school board that makes decisions based on a philosophy of “ children first .” Their leadership during challenging times has demonstrated the true character of our board , and I am honored to work with each of them .
It always seems that during difficult times , our community rises to the occasion providing much-needed donations and support to the students and families of St . Johns County . This year was no different , and I am thankful for the generosity of our community partners . We are so appreciative of our faith-based community , volunteers , business partners and local organizations for their monetary and in-kind donations .
Nutritionally balanced meals will be offered to all children regardless of race , color , sex , disability , age or national origin during summer vacation when school breakfasts and lunches are not available . All children 18 years old and younger are eligible for meals on a first-come , first-served basis at no charge , and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service . To locate a summer feeding site and meal service times , please visit
https :// www . summerbreakspot . org /.
My sincere hope is that the summer months provide you and your loved ones a respite from your daily obligations and help recharge you for the 2022-2023 school year . I encourage you to spend time with your children , whether it ’ s reading , vacationing , enjoying time outdoors or just being together . It ’ s the small things that make such an impact on our children and help strengthen a family . Nothing comes before caring and nurturing those we love most .
Best wishes for a relaxing and enjoyable summer , and I look forward to an outstanding new school year in the fall .
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