Join Dr. Asplen as he visits Beachside High School, where students in the Academy of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences are training to become certified veterinary assistants and preparing for careers in the field of biomedical science. Dr. Asplen also stops by a leadership class and participates in a discussion on leadership skills.
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On Tuesday, May 26, the St. Johns County School Board will hold a School Board Workshop at 9:00 a.m. The workshop will be held in the auditorium at Orange Street and in the virtual platform Webex. If you would like to join the workshop, please visit the link below from a supported Android/Mac/Windows device and you will be entered as an attendee.
If you do not have the ability to log in through the virtual platform, you may call in to the meeting using the phone number and access codes listed below.
In the event that you want to attend this workshop and make a public comment and experience technical difficulties, please call the St. Johns County School District’s main line at 904-547-7500 for assistance. This WebEx event is set to allow attendees to join early. If you join early, you will see a message stating “The host for this event will arrive shortly”. Once the event begins you will be automatically joined into the event. If you have issues connecting to this event when using the WebEx app on an iPad, iPhone or Android device, please remove the WebEx app from your device and reinstall it from your device’s app store. WebEx is constantly updating their software and in most cases, this will fix the issue. Need help using Webex? Please read How to Join a Webex Meeting.
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In conjunction with the 7th Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office, members of the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council or “SuperSAC” recently participated in an podcast recording titled Real Talk: Internet Safety and Responsibility.
The SuperSAC is a group of students who meet with Superintendent Tim Forson to discuss issues, ideas, and concerns affecting students in the district. It serves as a student‑voice platform, giving selected students a direct line to district leadership to share feedback on school culture, policies, and student‑life matters.
View the discussion below.
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During the November 2024 election, St. Johns County voted to support its local schools by continuing the half-cent sales surtax to support the district’s capital outlay funding and by adding one mill of operating millage to preserve and enhance educational programs including science, technology, art, and music.
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Families who are new to the St. Johns County School District (SJCSD) may register now for the 2026-27 school year. To find your assigned school, enter your street address on the Attendance Zone Locator.
To be eligible for public kindergarten in the SJCSD, children must be 5 years old on or before September 1 and must reside in St. Johns County.
Other requirements for registration:
For additional information on registration, contact the Student Services Department at 547-7598 or your zoned school.
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On Friday, May 8, 2026, Superintendent Dr. Asplen spoke with Beach 105.5 News Radio about awards season in St. Johns County schools.
Liz Ryan: This local news is a service of your hometown Toyota dealer, Beaver Toyota in St. Augustine. Conveniently located right off I-95 at exit 3-11.
Dr. Asplen: This is the time of year where we have our awards evenings at all different levels.
Liz Ryan: It’s that time of year where graduation celebrations are everywhere. I spoke to St. John County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Brennan Asplen, about Wednesday night’s Beachside High School Award Night. He was clearly very proud.
Dr. Asplen: Beachside High School has 570 seniors who will be graduating on May 20th. And of those 570, there were 390 students there receiving awards. And it was just amazing to hear all the accolades and all the different activities and areas in which they are participating and receiving high end awards and the GPAs were outstanding. So many of the students are at 4.0 and above, which is pretty amazing, but also to listen to all the colleges that they are going to and the scholarships that they are receiving. And those 390 students, for instance, it was over $8 million in scholarships that they received.
Liz Ryan: Tune into Good Morning, St. Augustine this Sunday at 6 a.m. I’ll sit down with Superintendent Asplen for a full 30 minutes, and we’ll cover a wide range of topics that affect students, parents, teachers, and the taxpayers who are funding the schools. For St. Augustine’s Local News, I’m Liz Ryan.
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Today’s All Access with Dr. Asplen takes us to Tocoi Creek High School where students are showcasing their afterschool clubs for Club Rush. Dr. Asplen also meets Academy Director Kristina Johnson and tours a few of their incredible career academies.
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The St. Johns County School District announces the schedule of 2026 graduation ceremonies for St. Johns County high schools and First Coast Technical College.
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Follow along with Dr. Asplen as he explores Ponte Vedra High School and meets Sources of Strength leaders,
get interviewed for a student podcast, visits a classroom full of future educators, and speaks with the school’s biotech teacher.
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Superintendent Dr. Asplen discusses the significant budget shortfall the St. Johns County School District is facing.
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The application to enroll in St. Johns Virtual’s Fall 2026 Semester is open from April 10 to July 10. Apply now!
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In today’s All Access with Dr. Asplen we visit Fruit Cove Middle School, where WEB Leaders highlight their positive impact on the community, science students explore ionic bonds, and math students share their career goals — all accompanied by the smooth sounds of the jazz ensemble.
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Please note that any objections to library materials received after March 27, 2026, may be scheduled for review in the fall of the next school year. This delay may be necessary due to end-of-year testing schedules and the availability of teachers and staff to participate in the reviews. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
For more information, please visit the Library Media web page of our Instructional Resources and Media Services website.
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In this edition of All Access, Dr. Asplen visits Mill Creek Academy, where teachers are bringing learning to life through music, robotics, and art.
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In today’s All Access with Dr. Asplen, Principal Zachary Strom takes us on a tour of Palm Valley Academy where students are learning American Sign Language and teachers are meeting in their Professional Learning Community.
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Families searching for the best school district in Florida consistently look to the St. Johns County School District. Located in Northeast Florida, the SJCSD is widely recognized for its high academic achievement, strong graduation outcomes, and an exceptional public education experience serving students from prekindergarten through 12th grade.
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SJCSD Progress Monitoring Update Presentation 2-24-2026
This presentation provides a mid-year update on Progress Monitoring 2 (PM2) results, highlighting strong district and state rankings, year-over-year growth trends, and learning gains in reading and math. It also explains how schools use detailed FAST Assessment data to adjust instruction, target interventions, and support continued high academic performance.
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SJCSD Budget Presentation 2025-2027
This presentation provides an overview of the school district’s 2025–2027 budget challenges. It outlines steps already taken to reduce costs and presents proposed consolidation, staffing, and operational adjustments aimed at balancing the budget while minimizing impact on schools and maintaining educational quality.
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This episode of All Access takes us to the St. Johns County STEM Fair where students shared their innovative projects and their passion for STEM.
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St. Johns County School District invites staff, parents, and community members to share their input on three stakeholder surveys to assess the effectiveness of federally funded programs like Title I, II, and IV.
These surveys help ensure compliance with federal requirements, inform program improvements, and guide funding decisions to better support student success and equity. Your input plays a vital role in shaping programs that meet the needs of our school communities.
The surveys will be open from February 12, 2026 to March 12, 2026.
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Join the CHARACTER COUNTS! Steering Committee for its 13th Annual CHARACTER COUNTS! 6K/3K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 9 a.m. The run/walk will begin and end at Palencia Elementary School, located at 355 Palencia Village Drive, St. Augustine.
Walkers and runners will enjoy a course running through the neighborhoods of Kensington and Las Calinas and can choose to participate in the 6K (3.73 miles) or 3K (1.86 miles) distance.
Registration fees are as follows:
6K Walk/Run
$30 before January 1
$35 January 1 – 31
$40 on race day
3K Walk/Run
$30 before January 1
$35 January 1 – 31
$40 on race day
Register by December 31, 2025, to receive a race t-shirt and other give-aways from sponsoring businesses and community organizations!
Registration forms and more information are available online.
Race proceeds support CHARACTER COUNTS! initiatives throughout the St. Johns County School District (SJCSD). The run/walk is open to all ages, and the top three winners will be awarded in each of the age categories as well as the overall male and female finishers. A cash donation will be awarded to the schools with the most registrants. At the finish line, each race participant will receive a finisher’s medal.
This event is produced by the CHARACTER COUNTS! Steering Committee and is presented by Beaver Toyota with support from businesses and community groups. Action News Jax CBS47/FOX30 is the official media sponsor.
The SJCSD, along with area businesses, youth organizations and civic groups, selected the national character education program of CHARACTER COUNTS! as a countywide initiative to instill positive character traits in young people throughout the county. Additionally, the SJCSD became the first school district in Florida to implement Pursuing Victory With Honor in all of its athletic programs. Character education is an important part of every School Improvement Plan and a major component of the Student Code of Conduct and the school district’s Strategic Plan.
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ST. AUGUSTINE, FL — The St. Johns County School District is now accepting applications for the second window of Controlled Open Enrollment. For this window, there are sixteen schools available: Crookshank Elementary School, Cunningham Creek Elementary School, Freedom Crossing Academy, W. D. Hartley Elementary School, Hickory Creek Elementary School, Julington Creek Elementary School, Ketterlinus Elementary School, R. J. Murray Middle School, Ocean Palms Elementary School, Osceola Elementary School, Palencia Elementary School, PVPV-Rawlings Elementary School, Sebastian Middle School, South Woods Elementary School, Timberlin Creek Elementary School and James A. Webster Elementary School.
The application window is open from February 2 through February 20 and is available to all Florida residents. Controlled Open Enrollment is a state-wide school choice option that allows families to choose schools outside of their district-assigned attendance boundary, based on availability.
The St. Johns County School District is one of Florida’s highest-performing districts, with students consistently achieving top results in reading, mathematics, science, and end-of-course assessments. Students also perform above state and national averages on Advanced Placement exams and ACT and SAT assessments.
“Controlled Open Enrollment reflects our district’s commitment to providing families with meaningful educational choices while maintaining balanced enrollment across schools,” said Superintendent Dr. Brennan Asplen.
Selecting a preferred district school offers several benefits, including access to high-quality academic programs supported by strong instructional practices, schools that align with a child’s interests, learning style, or future goals, and locations that may be closer to home, work, or childcare.
Families interested in applying for Controlled Open Enrollment can find eligibility information at https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/coe/.
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