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BMS RECOGNIZED AS A CFES BRILLIANT PATHWAYS SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION

Dr. LaShawn Frost, principal of Booker Middle School

SARASOTA COUNTY – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Booker Middle School has been named a CFES Brilliant Pathways School of Distinction, based on its performance during the 2018-19 school year CFES (College For Every Student) Brilliant Pathways aims to help students unlock their brightest futures. The initiative empowers educators and gives communities a chance to participate in the 21stcentury economy, effectively leveling the playing field for hundreds of thousands of students. Their programs introduce students to college and career possibilities, provide crucial resources to educators and help students and their families chart out a clear path to college, and beyond. Booker Middle School continues to receive high praise for the exemplary plan they have developed and executed for their CFES Scholars, a plan that immerses the entire school in the CFES core practices of Mentoring, Essential Skills and Pathways.

“We are overjoyed to be chosen as a CFES Brilliant Pathways School of Distinction,” commented Dr. LaShawn Frost, principal of Booker Middle School. “Our team delivers exemplary, results-driven learning experiences to all of our students each day. The CFES Scholars program continues to challenge Booker Middle’s students to grow and thrive, preparing them for college and career excellence. I am extremely proud of our brilliant students, and look forward to seeing the indelible impact they have on our world.”

About Sarasota County Schools Sarasota County Schools is committed to providing unrivaled academic, emotional and civic growth to every student, every day. As one of the leading employers on the Suncoast, Sarasota County Schools boasts 54 schools that expertly cater to the diverse needs of over 43,500 students. We are one of two Florida school districts to consistently earn an A-grade every year since 2004 and have been awarded the Mid-Sized School District of the Year by the University of Cambridge. Our passionate educators empower students to take charge of their academic and personal success, a practice we believe fosters lifelong growth and achievement. We actively maintain the district’s tradition of excellence and ensure that tradition extends to all students. Our commitment to our students extends beyond graduation to make sure they not only graduate on time, but do so college and career ready. Want to take your student’s education to the next level? Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, or visit www.SarasotaCountySchools.net.