We appreciate that you are taking a few moments to read this year’s edition of the Flagler Schools Impact Report.

We hope this shows you the impact our community has had on Flagler Schools over the past year, as well as how our schools have impacted our community. I believe in relationships and how positive relationships can have a lasting impact on the youth of our county.

You will see we have taken great strides to provide educational opportunities beyond the traditional classroom setting. We continue to see our Flagship and Classroom to Careers opportunities increase.

We have also committed to providing additional adult mentors to our at-risk students. This is being done in collaboration with our award-winning Flagler County Education Foundation as well as with the African- American Mentoring Program and Flagler Volunteer Services. Additionally, many of our significant adults working within Flagler Schools are mentoring students. We have also launched a Career Coaching program, pairing local professionals with students who wish to follow in a certain career pathway. This could not have been possible if not for a generous grant from the United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties. Efforts such as these help provide a 360° circle of support for our children.

These efforts are paying off already. Our graduation rate is at an all-time high at 89%, and for the first time in eight years, Flagler Schools is an A-rated district. But there’s still room for improvement. If, after reading this report, you would like to become a mentor or career coach, contact us. I promise you, we’ll find a place for your time, talent, and treasures. An investment in the youth of Flagler County is an investment in the future of Flagler County.

James Tager
Flagler Schools Superintendent