Homepage

Superintendent's Message

Welcome to the 2026-2027 School Year

On behalf of our incredible teachers and staff, it is my honor to welcome our students and families to the 2026–2027 school year. As I begin my second full year as your superintendent, I remain deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the students, families, employees, and community of Citrus County.

There is nothing quite like the beginning of a new school year—the excitement in our hallways, the curiosity in our classrooms, and the renewed sense of possibility across our campuses. Each new year gives us another opportunity to grow, strengthen our connections, and help every student recognize their potential.

This year, we are introducing RISE—a framework that reflects who we are as a school district and who we are committed to becoming. RISE stands for Respect, Inspire, Support, and Empower. While it will help guide us throughout the coming school year, RISE is much more than an annual theme. It is a lasting commitment that will shape our work for years to come.

We will Respect every learner, staff member, family, and community partner. We will Inspire curiosity, confidence, purpose, and a desire to keep growing. We will Support students by providing the guidance, care, discipline, and safe learning environments they need to succeed. And we will Empower them with the skills, experiences, and opportunities needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.

At Citrus County Schools, our students remain at the heart of every decision we make. Their safety, academic success, personal growth, and well-being will always be our highest priorities. Our mission is to educate all students through relevant curriculum and meaningful experiences that prepare them for life beyond graduation. Whether a student’s journey leads to college, a career, military service, or another opportunity, we want every graduate to leave us prepared and confident about what comes next.

We are proud to have maintained our district’s “B” grade, but we are not satisfied with standing still. Our goal remains to become an “A” district. Reaching that goal will require high expectations, accountability, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment from our students, employees, families, and community. Together, I know we can continue moving Citrus County Schools forward.

To read the complete article, please click the link below

Click here To Read More from Dr. Scott Hebert