I had the privilege of speaking with candidates in the Preparing New Principal Program about the vital roles of principalship and instructional leadership. These future leaders are poised to make a meaningful impact in their schools and communities. Thank you to all the

A group of Volusia County Schools principals and leaders had the incredible opportunity to attend a professional learning conference at Harvard University University last summer. This week, they shared their key takeaways with the FUTURES Foundation Foundation for Volusia County Schools and the

📣 Looking for the best of both worlds? Introducing VFlex+, VCS's new flexible learning option, which offers home education students a part-time program with full-time experience—without the full-time commitment! 🏫✨ 📚 Take up to six courses 🎓 Get academic counseling & support

VCS was honored to have Chief Academic Officer Dr. Julio Nazario-Valle represent the district at the 13th Annual Florida Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (FL-ALAS) Conference at FIU this weekend. Dr. Nazario-Valle had an incredible day presenting, learning, and

Thank you to our AMAZING Timbercrest PTA for our Nacho/Taco bar with ALL of the goodies. 🌶️🧅🌮🌯

District teams visiting all Volusia County Schools this week to celebrate our amazing teachers! The smiles on Ss’ faces say it all - teachers change lives every day, not just during #TeacherAppreciationWeek. TY to our FUTURES Foundation & partners for the gifts! youtu.be/TROwHwozJaI?si…

As we end an amazing 24-25 school year, we finished celebrating graduations last week & today launched this week's 2025 Summer Admin Institute. The ability for leaders throughout the district to get together, align our vision for next year allows collaboration for a common goal.

Day 1 of Admin Institute with the SUPERPOD team. 🌊🐬🙌🏼Palm Terrace Elementary

🌟 Day 1 of our 2025 Admin Institute was INCREDIBLE! 200+ Volusia County Schools leaders explored “Leading with a Purpose” ✨ From leadership identity to coaching to PLCs - ready to transform outcomes! Day2: Science of Reading + breakouts #VCSLeadership #AdminInstitute2025

Day 2 of our Admin Institute: Leaders dove deep into Science of Reading with Dr. Kennedy from UCF! Literacy is the gateway to ALL learning. From coaching excellence to research-based practices, our admini are becoming Opportunity Makers for 63K students Volusia County Schools

Congratulations to Dr. Julio Nazario-Valle, Chief Academic Officer, on becoming a Leadership Florida’s Education Class 10 Member! This group brings together passionate leaders from across the state who are working to make a difference in education. Dr. Julio Nazario-Valle

Honored to join Leadership Florida’s Education Class 10! Thanks @VolusiaSchools for the recognition & Florida Leadership Group for this incredible opportunity. Excited to collaborate with fellow ed leaders & bring new perspectives to our work at TLL advancing K-12 excellence across FL!

Oooh prize table full of teacher goodies! #PlanPrioritizePractice #engagement Volusia LEADS VCS New Teacher Academy Sean Hyacinth Jr. Sarah Kinney

NTA Group shots! We are having a blast! Volusia LEADS VCS New Teacher Academy Sean Hyacinth Jr.

Nothing more powerful than hearing from leaders who make the difference every day. Our Admin Institute testimonials show what I witnessed: administrators who don't just manage schools—they lead w/ purpose & create conditions where ALL students thrive. 2025-26 will be our best yet

Celebrating two outstanding leaders for being recognized by NASStoday for the Leadership Excellence Recognition Program! Dr. Carmen Balgobin: Nominated in Safety, Tech & AI, and Power Leadership Dr. Julio Nazario-Valle: Nominated as Aspiring Superintendent! Thank you for leading with service!

Participating in our initial data meetings has shown me the exceptional work our principals and district teams are doing. Their commitment to helping ALL students succeed is truly inspiring. Volusia County Schools

🚨🎉 HISTORY MADE in Volusia County Schools! 🎉🚨 Dr. Carmen Balgobin has been named the 2025 Superintendent of the Year by the National Association of School Superintendents (NASS)! 🏆✨ NASStoday, a nonprofit organization that supports superintendents nationwide, presented this

🎉 Congratulations to our very own Chief Academic Officer Dr. Julio Nazario-Valle for being recognized as an Aspiring Superintendent by the NASStoday! 🌟 This national recognition highlights his dedication to student success, commitment to excellence, and passion for leading Volusia County

✨ “Public education is a pillar of our democracy. It is sustained by hope, hard work, and a whole lot of heart.” – Dr. Carmen Balgobin In her remarks accepting the National School Superintendent of the Year Award, Dr. Balgobin reminded us that this recognition is not just about