🍎 Attention VCS families! Dr. Carmen Balgobin August Newsletter is here, packed with essential updates. From first day highlights to new school ribbon cuttings, we've got it all. Check out the latest News Bites and be part of our educational journey! bit.ly/3M8vq4J

We're currently experiencing technical difficulties with the registration process for teachers on the Teacher Resource Store. Rest assured, our team is actively addressing the issue, and it will be resolved shortly.

Update! Our Teacher Resource store registration is up and running! Sign-up now to make your shopping experience easier. The store will be open from September 3-17.

Applications for Tomorrow's Leaders are now open! High school juniors in Volusia County Schools interested in our leadership program click on the provided link. Submit your applications to principals by Sept. 6th. Consult principals for specific submission times. bit.ly/24-25TLInfo

Always a great time speaking with & encouraging our future teachers!!

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As we celebrate 40 years of FUTURES, we are showcasing our programs and their impact. Gabriella was a 2017-2018 Tomorrow's Leaders participant. She graduated from DeLand High Bulldogs in 2019 and graduated from @stetsonu in 2021. She is employed in the home healthcare sector.

In May, "Grandma" Sandy Dembinsky was selected of the 2024 @tsichildren Mentor of the Year. Sandi has been a mentor for 7 years. She is always willing to go above and beyond for her students and for @greatday2bahawk, where she has her own office. Volusia County Schools

The deadline for Classroom grants for Volusia County Schools teachers is Sept. 15. Teachers can apply for two grants worth $1,000 each to cover student supplies, curriculum materials, and more. Don't miss out! Visit buff.ly/3SJLXQj .

FUTURES Foundation's @tsichildren staff received the Gold Level Award and the Luminary Award for 100% on their balanced score card, which signifies program excellence and exceeding program deliverable goals at the Take Stock in Children Annual Back to School Summit. Way to go!

FUTURES will celebrate its 40th ann. in 2025 and would love to hear from past students of our Volusia County Schools programs – Tomorrow’s Leaders, Take Stock in Children @tsichildren & Turn Around. Complete our survey, please click here: buff.ly/46JlFnb.

As we near our 40th Anniversary, FUTURES is showcasing our programs and their impact. Meet Christopher Heydolph, a 2016-17 Tomorrow’s Leaders participant who graduated from DeLand High School. He works with Citi as the Assistant Vice President on Full Stack Software Engineering.

In observance of Labor Day our office will be closed on Monday, September 2.

Classroom grants are due September 15! Don't miss out on your opportunity to apply for a FUTURES classroom grant! Each Volusia County Schools teacher can apply for TWO, $1,000 classroom grants. For more information on classroom grants please visit buff.ly/3SJLXQj to apply.

Kicking off Attendance Awareness Month! 🗓️ Life happens—illnesses and emergencies come up—but whenever possible, let’s prioritize school attendance. Every day counts for your child's success! #VCSAllDayEveryday

Teacher Resource Store update! FUTURES has received over 145 online orders! We have been working hard to get these free school supplies out to our awesome @VolusiaSchools teachers. The store will stay open till September 17th while supplies last. Get your orders in today!

Meet Coral Estes. Coral was a 2018-2019 Tomorrow's Leaders participant. She graduated from @uhstitans411 in 2020. She attended University of Miami earning a bachelor's degree in legal studies and management and is pursuing a master's in international business. Volusia County Schools

FUTURES loves to hear from our @VolusiaSchools teachers after they receive their Teacher Resource Store supplies. Orders keep pouring in! We have been working hard to get these supplies out to our awesome teachers. The store will stay open till Sept. 17th while supplies last.

Classroom grants are due September 15! Don't miss out on your opportunity to apply for a FUTURES classroom grant! Each Volusia County Schools teacher can apply for TWO, $1,000 classroom grants. For more information on classroom grants please visit buff.ly/3SJLXQj.

Congrats to Louise chapman and @VolusiaSchools Science Department for the recent award of $30,000 from Duke Energy through FUTURES. For at least 10 years, Duke Energy has been a strong supporter of science, STEM and solar/alternative energy education.