OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — The new school year will begin with a brand new superintendent in Osceola County.
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Dr. Mark Shanoff worked in both the Volusia and Orange County school districts before getting the top job in Osceola County last June.
Shanoff says he’s excited to get started.
To all of the amazing teachers and leaders getting ready for the first day of school tomorrow, and on behalf of the students that may never tell you, thank you in advance for your hard work and dedication over the next 10 months. You are valued and appreciated! @Osceolaschools
— Mark (@DrMarkShanoff) August 9, 2023
“I just want everybody to remember that, with the new year, there comes a new partnership, and a great partnership between our parents, families and our schools,” Shanoff said.
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Dr. Shanoff says the district still has work to do to close the learning gap caused by the pandemic, which will be a major focus for teachers in the classroom this year.
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