Jaguar Families and Community Stakeholders,
Help us kick off the new school year by showing our amazing teachers and staff how much they’re appreciated! We’re organizing a Back-to-School Breakfast to welcome them on their first day back—and we’d love your support.
They’ll pour their hearts into our kids for the next 180 days—let’s make their first day special. 💛
✅ Sign up to donate items via Meal Train: https://mealtrain.com/n4mmo7
💵 Prefer to give a cash donation? Contribute here: https://tinyurl.com/39xw6sz2
📦 Items can be dropped off anytime this week, but no later than 6:45 AM on Monday, August 4th.
If you’re unable to donate, no problem at all—just help us spread the word!
Thank you in advance for your generosity and support!
Help us kick off the new school year by showing our amazing teachers and staff how much they’re appreciated! We’re organizing a Back-to-School Breakfast to welcome them on their first day back—and we’d love your support.
They’ll pour their hearts into our kids for the next 180 days—let’s make their first day special. 💛
✅ Sign up to donate items via Meal Train: https://mealtrain.com/n4mmo7
💵 Prefer to give a cash donation? Contribute here: https://tinyurl.com/39xw6sz2
📦 Items can be dropped off anytime this week, but no later than 6:45 AM on Monday, August 4th.
If you’re unable to donate, no problem at all—just help us spread the word!
Thank you in advance for your generosity and support!
📢 Reminder: Schedule Pick-Up – Thursday, August 7th!
Jaguar students and families, don’t forget! Schedule pick-up will take place on Thursday, August 7th. This is your chance to:
✅ Pick up your class schedule
✅ Walk your schedule and find your classrooms
✅ Purchase spirit wear
✅ Take care of any last-minute paperwork or registration
⏰ Time: see flyer for your assigned times
We can’t wait to see you there and kick off an amazing school year!
Jaguar students and families, don’t forget! Schedule pick-up will take place on Thursday, August 7th. This is your chance to:
✅ Pick up your class schedule
✅ Walk your schedule and find your classrooms
✅ Purchase spirit wear
✅ Take care of any last-minute paperwork or registration
⏰ Time: see flyer for your assigned times
We can’t wait to see you there and kick off an amazing school year!
Subject: State-Mandated Cell Phone Policy
Dear Families,
We hope you are enjoying your summer and looking forward to the start of a successful new school year.
We are writing to inform you about an important update to our school’s cell phone policy, in accordance with a new state-mandated requirement. Beginning this school year, students will not be permitted to use cell phones during school hours—including class time, transitions, and lunch. Phones must be turned off and stored in their backpacks throughout the school day.
This policy is designed to help create a more focused and respectful learning environment. It also aligns with growing research—and direct classroom experience—showing that limiting cell phone use improves academic engagement, reduces distractions, and supports students’ overall well-being.
We understand that phones are often used as a tool for staying in contact with family. If you need to reach your child during the day, please contact the school office. Likewise, students needing to reach a parent or guardian may do so through a staff member or from the front office.
Disciplinary Measures for Violations:
Students who repeatedly violate the cell phone policy will face official disciplinary consequences, which will escalate quickly. When violations continue, staff will confiscate the phone, and it will be held by staff until a parent or guardian is able to retrieve it in person.
Important Notice:
Please note that neither the School Board nor any Board employee is responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen personal property, including cell phones or other devices brought to school, onto school transportation, or to school-sponsored events.
A Sincere Request for Your Help:
We ask for your partnership in making this policy effective. Please do not call or text your child during the school day. Even a quick message—though well-intentioned—can result in your child violating the policy and facing consequences. If something is urgent, we are more than willing to help. Just call the front office, and we’ll make sure your child gets your message quickly and safely.
Thank you for your support in creating a learning environment that is calm, focused, and free of distractions. We are grateful for your continued partnership.
Dear Families,
We hope you are enjoying your summer and looking forward to the start of a successful new school year.
We are writing to inform you about an important update to our school’s cell phone policy, in accordance with a new state-mandated requirement. Beginning this school year, students will not be permitted to use cell phones during school hours—including class time, transitions, and lunch. Phones must be turned off and stored in their backpacks throughout the school day.
This policy is designed to help create a more focused and respectful learning environment. It also aligns with growing research—and direct classroom experience—showing that limiting cell phone use improves academic engagement, reduces distractions, and supports students’ overall well-being.
We understand that phones are often used as a tool for staying in contact with family. If you need to reach your child during the day, please contact the school office. Likewise, students needing to reach a parent or guardian may do so through a staff member or from the front office.
Disciplinary Measures for Violations:
Students who repeatedly violate the cell phone policy will face official disciplinary consequences, which will escalate quickly. When violations continue, staff will confiscate the phone, and it will be held by staff until a parent or guardian is able to retrieve it in person.
Important Notice:
Please note that neither the School Board nor any Board employee is responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen personal property, including cell phones or other devices brought to school, onto school transportation, or to school-sponsored events.
A Sincere Request for Your Help:
We ask for your partnership in making this policy effective. Please do not call or text your child during the school day. Even a quick message—though well-intentioned—can result in your child violating the policy and facing consequences. If something is urgent, we are more than willing to help. Just call the front office, and we’ll make sure your child gets your message quickly and safely.
Thank you for your support in creating a learning environment that is calm, focused, and free of distractions. We are grateful for your continued partnership.
Good afternoon, Jaguar families, this is Brandon Koger, principal at Hobbs Middle School, with an important message about the Free and Reduced meal program available to your students.
One of the MOST important things you can do to prepare your student for the school year is to ensure they have a plan to eat. We will help you do that, too! Please apply NOW for free or reduced lunch benefits!
If you or your family earn at or below certain Income Eligibility Guidelines, the Free and Reduced Lunch program can help cover some or all the cost of feeding your student!
To take advantage of this program, you must apply! Even if you’re not sure if you qualify, please apply!
The only way to apply this year is online at https://www.myschoolapps.com/.
It is so incredibly important that you apply for these benefits. This will allow us to better serve your student and their needs. If you don’t have computer or Internet access, come up to the school and we can help you apply!
Also, Hobbs Middle this year is a Title I school, and that designation is based upon our Free and Reduced lunch percentages. Title I is a federal program that allows us additional monetary support, to help support your students. If we don’t have enough students apply and qualify for Free or Reduced lunch supports, we will lose our Title I status.
So, please apply!!!
Finally, as a reminder, applications expire, and you must reapply each year. So, please apply now, don’t wait!
If you have any questions, you may contact me through phone (850-983-5630 ext 1046) or e-mail (kogerb@santarosa.k12.fl.us). You may also visit the district’s food service department at https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/srcds/page/food-services for more information.
One of the MOST important things you can do to prepare your student for the school year is to ensure they have a plan to eat. We will help you do that, too! Please apply NOW for free or reduced lunch benefits!
If you or your family earn at or below certain Income Eligibility Guidelines, the Free and Reduced Lunch program can help cover some or all the cost of feeding your student!
To take advantage of this program, you must apply! Even if you’re not sure if you qualify, please apply!
The only way to apply this year is online at https://www.myschoolapps.com/.
It is so incredibly important that you apply for these benefits. This will allow us to better serve your student and their needs. If you don’t have computer or Internet access, come up to the school and we can help you apply!
Also, Hobbs Middle this year is a Title I school, and that designation is based upon our Free and Reduced lunch percentages. Title I is a federal program that allows us additional monetary support, to help support your students. If we don’t have enough students apply and qualify for Free or Reduced lunch supports, we will lose our Title I status.
So, please apply!!!
Finally, as a reminder, applications expire, and you must reapply each year. So, please apply now, don’t wait!
If you have any questions, you may contact me through phone (850-983-5630 ext 1046) or e-mail (kogerb@santarosa.k12.fl.us). You may also visit the district’s food service department at https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/srcds/page/food-services for more information.
Good morning, Jaguars! This message is intended for our 2024-25 8th grade class, those students who will be attending 9th grade at Milton High School for the 2025-26 school year.
🐾 ATTENTION INCOMING FRESHMEN 🐾
On Friday, July 25th MHS SGA will be hosting Freshmen Day! This an optional day of fun for incoming freshmen to get acquainted with our campus, learn about life as a Panther, meet new classmates, and participate in a pep rally.
The event cost is $25. This includes a pizza lunch and a Class of 2029 T-shirt.
The deadline to register is THIS Friday, July 18th. Registration forms with payment can be mailed to MHS (Attn: Freshmen Day) or turned in to the front office from 8am-2pm Monday-Friday.
If your incoming freshman did not receive a form in the mail, you can access one on the MHS website or in the front office.
🐾 ATTENTION INCOMING FRESHMEN 🐾
On Friday, July 25th MHS SGA will be hosting Freshmen Day! This an optional day of fun for incoming freshmen to get acquainted with our campus, learn about life as a Panther, meet new classmates, and participate in a pep rally.
The event cost is $25. This includes a pizza lunch and a Class of 2029 T-shirt.
The deadline to register is THIS Friday, July 18th. Registration forms with payment can be mailed to MHS (Attn: Freshmen Day) or turned in to the front office from 8am-2pm Monday-Friday.
If your incoming freshman did not receive a form in the mail, you can access one on the MHS website or in the front office.
🎨 We're Hiring: Art Teacher! 🎨
Do you believe in the power of creativity to inspire, connect, and transform? Hobbs Middle School is searching for a passionate Art Teacher to join our team!
At Hobbs, we celebrate individuality, spark imagination, and cultivate a love for learning in everything we do. We’re looking for an educator who can bring the visual arts to life for our students — someone who sees art not just as a subject, but as a bridge to confidence, culture, and critical thinking.
What We're Looking For:
• A certified art educator (or eligible for certification in Florida)
• Someone who builds strong relationships with students and fosters a safe, welcoming space
• A creative mind ready to design engaging, standards-based lessons in drawing, painting, sculpture, and more
• A team player who contributes to our positive, upbeat school culture
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young artists and grow within a supportive, student-centered community — we want to hear from you!
📍 Apply now: https://santarosa.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5289549
💬 Questions? Reach out to Brandon Koger, principal, at KogerB@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Let’s create something beautiful together. 💛
Do you believe in the power of creativity to inspire, connect, and transform? Hobbs Middle School is searching for a passionate Art Teacher to join our team!
At Hobbs, we celebrate individuality, spark imagination, and cultivate a love for learning in everything we do. We’re looking for an educator who can bring the visual arts to life for our students — someone who sees art not just as a subject, but as a bridge to confidence, culture, and critical thinking.
What We're Looking For:
• A certified art educator (or eligible for certification in Florida)
• Someone who builds strong relationships with students and fosters a safe, welcoming space
• A creative mind ready to design engaging, standards-based lessons in drawing, painting, sculpture, and more
• A team player who contributes to our positive, upbeat school culture
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young artists and grow within a supportive, student-centered community — we want to hear from you!
📍 Apply now: https://santarosa.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5289549
💬 Questions? Reach out to Brandon Koger, principal, at KogerB@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Let’s create something beautiful together. 💛
🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨
Hobbs Middle School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Dean of Students to join our team. If you're ready to make a difference in students' lives and support a positive school culture, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply here: https://santarosa.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5287723
📣 Not interested? Please help us spread the word by sharing this post!
Hello Jaguar students and families! Please see below for some important information as you prepare for ‘back to school’ this summer!
1. The school supply lists for Hobbs can be accessed here: https://5il.co/3kwe6.
2. Please note, the three-ring binder and colored page dividers will be VERY important this year; they are part of our schoolwide AVID initiative!
3. Schedule pick-up for students will be on Thursday, August 7th:
• 6th grade students with last name of A – M will pick-up from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
• 6th grade students with last name of N – Z will pick-up from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
• 7th and 8th grade students will pick-up from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
• Medication drop-off will be available during schedule pick-up. You may also drop medication off on Friday, August 8th (8 AM – 2 PM). Please have all medication dropped off before school starts, if possible. 😊
4. The first day of school for students will be Monday, August 11th! Our school hours for students are 8:15 AM – 2:29 PM. The doors open to students at 7:45 AM, and the first bell to report to class rings at 8:10 AM!
5. Please see https://5il.co/3lim2 for the most current school district calendar!
We are so excited for the start of the 2025-26 school year! Let us know if you have any questions or need any support preparing for the start of the school year!
1. The school supply lists for Hobbs can be accessed here: https://5il.co/3kwe6.
2. Please note, the three-ring binder and colored page dividers will be VERY important this year; they are part of our schoolwide AVID initiative!
3. Schedule pick-up for students will be on Thursday, August 7th:
• 6th grade students with last name of A – M will pick-up from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
• 6th grade students with last name of N – Z will pick-up from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
• 7th and 8th grade students will pick-up from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
• Medication drop-off will be available during schedule pick-up. You may also drop medication off on Friday, August 8th (8 AM – 2 PM). Please have all medication dropped off before school starts, if possible. 😊
4. The first day of school for students will be Monday, August 11th! Our school hours for students are 8:15 AM – 2:29 PM. The doors open to students at 7:45 AM, and the first bell to report to class rings at 8:10 AM!
5. Please see https://5il.co/3lim2 for the most current school district calendar!
We are so excited for the start of the 2025-26 school year! Let us know if you have any questions or need any support preparing for the start of the school year!
Good afternoon, Jaguar families!
1. Report cards are now ready to be viewed through the Focus portal. Report cards have been published to both the parent AND student portal.
2. https://santarosa.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ start here if you still need to create a Focus parent portal.
3. If you need a pin to create the Focus parent portal, the front office has that information. As well, you can e-mail kogerb@santarosa.k12.fl.us for the pin.
4. The district will NOT be printing report cards this year.
5. If you have a hardship and need a report card printed, please contact the front office.
