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The Education Foundation of Sarasota County is in the news. Learn about the initiatives we’re undertaking. Find out how our students are making a difference in the world, and read columns by teachers, students, and local thought leaders in education about new ideas in learning and ways to support and inspire our young people.
From celebrating our inspiring students and teachers to developing a mentoring program and connecting students to College Career Advisors, we’re always busy working to prepare our young people for the future.
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Fueling a Culture of College, Career, and Life Readiness
On the first day of his senior year at Sarasota Military Academy (SMA), Nathan Varley walked past something new. The door to what had been the registrar’s office had a new sign announcing something...
Publix Equips Teachers with Tools for Schools
Understanding the power of education and of giving, Publix launches its yearly Tools for Schools campaign. Customers and associates donate at checkout counters, and 100% of these financial gifts are...
Scholarships Jump Start Futures
At its peak, the pandemic sapped the energy of countless students across the country and that certainly was the case for Dasha Pushkanova. The 2022 graduate of Riverview High School studied remotely...
Schools Keep Our Community Thriving, and Safe
Schools play an essential role in our community. Not only do they prepare the next generation, but they are part of the social fabric that holds a place together. Here in Florida, never is that more...
Truist Foundation Supports Student Success
In July, the Truist Foundation generously awarded the Education Foundation of Sarasota County $30,000 to support student success to reach students in underserved communities and connect them with...
Dr. Jennifer Jaso: A Tireless Advocate for Historical Literacy, Teachers, and Students
In the fall of 2021, Dr. Jennifer Jaso’s peers and administrators recognized her as Sarasota Middle School’s Teacher of the Year. Of the 43 teachers across Sarasota County nominated by their peers,...
The Mystery of the Missing Mascot
What happens when a school mascot goes missing and sends clues of its whereabouts from across America? This question and the wandering mascot Cooper, a cougar, were at the center of a weeklong...
Help Keep Our Schools—and Community—Thriving
The Education Foundation of Sarasota County believes that education transforms lives. We believe that an investment in education is the best investment we can make to keep our community thriving....
Education Foundation of Sarasota County Announces Bank of America Grant to Support Greater Student Access to Resources
SARASOTA, Fla. (September 2, 2022) -- The Education Foundation of Sarasota County recently received a $15,000 grant from Bank of America to help fund programs that provide Sarasota County students...
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