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SJCSD

Thank You St. Johns County

Thank you St. Johns County, for voting yes and supporting our schools. Sine Bright with the Best!

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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Register Now for the 2026-2027 School Year

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:

  • Birth certificate/Guardianship Documents
  • Documentation of a health examination performed within one year of enrollment
  • Proof of completed required immunizations on Form DH680
  • Proof of residence per the Residency and Guardianship Policy

For additional information on registration, contact the Student Services Department at 547-7598 or your zoned school.

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Dr. Asplen on Beach 105.5 News Radio

On Friday, May 8, 2026, Superintendent Dr. Asplen spoke with Beach 105.5 News Radio about awards season in St. Johns County schools.

 

Transcript

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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Graduation Schedule 2026

The St. Johns County School District announces the schedule of 2026 graduation ceremonies for St. Johns County high schools and First Coast Technical College.

Thursday, January 29
5 p.m.
First Coast Technical College
FCTC, Bldg. C, CC! Conference Center (FCTC)
Monday, May 18
6 p.m.
Ponte Vedra High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
Tuesday, May 19
6 p.m.
Tocoi Creek High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
7 p.m.
St. Augustine High School
St. Augustine Amphitheater
Wednesday, May 20
6 p.m.
Bartram Trail High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
Thursday, May 21
6 p.m.
Beachside High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
6 p.m.
St. Johns Virtual School
FCTC, Bldg. C, CC! Conference Center (FCTC)
Friday, May 22
6 p.m.
Allen D. Nease High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
7 p.m.
St. Johns Technical High School
FCTC, Bldg. C, CC! Conference Center (FCTC)
Saturday, May 23
9 a.m.
Creekside High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
3 p.m.
Pedro Menendez High School
University of North Florida (UNF)
Thursday, June 25
5:30 p.m.
First Coast Technical College
FCTC, Bldg. C, CC! Conference Center (FCTC)

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Notice Regarding Library Material Objections

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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Why Families Choose SJCSD

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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Progress Monitoring Update

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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Stakeholder Surveys

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.

Share your feedback today!

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2026 CHARACTER COUNTS! 6K/3K Run/Walk

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.

Visit RunSignUp.com to learn more and register.

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Now Accepting Controlled Open Enrollment Applications

YOUR SEAT. YOUR SCHOOL. YOUR CHOICE.
St. Johns County School District Now Accepting
Controlled Open Enrollment Applications

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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