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Garden Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27
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Upcoming Events
Oct
26
Mon
State Mandated Vision & Hearing ScreeningsEvent
Oct
26
Mon
4th - 5th Grade Bay Watch After School Marine CampEvent
Check the program notice for session schedule and enrollment details.
Oct
27
Tue
Breakfast at the Bistro 502BreakDistrict-wide
Oct
27
Tue
Fall Portrait RetakesEvent
Oct
27
Tue
SCS ESE Parent Information Opportunity: Gifted Eligibility and Magnet School ProcessEvent
Join Us! Learn, Explore, Plan for your child's future! Discover more possibilities! Two sessions offered: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and Thursday, October 29, 2026.Zoom Webinar Link: https://sarasotacountyschools.zoom.us/j/85425375190Click to view flyer>> Gifted Parent Opportunity October 2026Questions? Please contact Charlene Meyer at charlene.meyer@sarasotacountyschools.net
Oct
28
Wed
Breakfast at the Bistro 502BreakDistrict-wide
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School Profile
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
509
Student:Teacher
13.8:1
Locale
Suburban
District
SARASOTAEcon. Disadvantaged
54.6%
Phone
(941)486-2110School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
69%
82th percentile in FL
Math Proficiency
71%
86th percentile in FL
Chronic Absenteeism
6.0%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
Gifted & Talented
9 students enrolled
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1
Better than average in FLTechnology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
1:1 Devices
Student devices available
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
1,193
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
43
100% fully certified
Counselors
1
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,033
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$8,480
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$17,899
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 10%State 9%Local 81%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
14.3%
Below 150% poverty line
3.5%
Unemployment rate
10.3%
Uninsured residents
6.1%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
7,593
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
7,137
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
3,027 (42%)
Speech/Language Impairment
1,649 (23%)
Other Health Impairment
872 (12%)
Autism
788 (11%)
Intellectual Disability
300 (4%)
Emotional Disturbance
89 (1%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
529
Current enrollment
Stable(-7% 5yr)Coming Up
Mon, Oct 26, 2026
State Mandated Vision & Hearing Screenings
EventMon, Oct 26, 2026
4th - 5th Grade Bay Watch After School Marine Camp
Check the program notice for session schedule and enrollment details.
EventTue, Oct 27, 2026
Breakfast at the Bistro 502
BreakFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in SARASOTA. Garden Elementary School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | 3rd Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 2, 2026 | 4th Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Sep 3, 2026 | 5th Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Sep 4, 2026 | PM1 Makeup Math testingDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | No School-Labor DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | 2nd Grade ELA TestingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | Webinar: Preparing for Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Join us for our first Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to best prepare for parent-teacher conferences. During the session, participants will gain ideas for before, during, and after conferences. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | 1st Grade ELA TestingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Sep 10, 2026 | KG ELA TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Sep 11, 2026 | 2nd Grade Math TestingDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 14, 2026 | 1st Grade STAR Math AssessmentDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | KG Math TestingDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Sep 16, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Sep 16, 2026 | CLT TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for schedule and preparation information. |
| Thu, Sep 17, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Sep 22, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Sep 23, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | PTSO McTeacher's Spirit Night District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | SAT NCR TestingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | CLT - 10 TestingDistrict-wide Any 11 or 12 student needing a reading concordant score |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Professional Day-Students, 186 StaffDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Breakfast at Bistro 502District-wide |
| Mon, Oct 19, 2026 | PSAT/NMSQT Testing WindowDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | Board Mtg/Garden Redistricting-Board Chambers-Open to Public Meeting Open to Public.LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147 |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | School Board Meeting-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147 |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | CLT10 (NCR) TestingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 | State Mandated Vision & Hearing Screenings |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 | 4th - 5th Grade Bay Watch After School Marine Camp Check the program notice for session schedule and enrollment details. |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | Fall Portrait Retakes |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | SCS ESE Parent Information Opportunity: Gifted Eligibility and Magnet School Process Join Us! Learn, Explore, Plan for your child's future! Discover more possibilities! Two sessions offered: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and Thursday, October 29, 2026.Zoom Webinar Link: https://sarasotacountyschools.zoom.us/j/85425375190Click to view flyer>> Gifted Parent Opportunity October 2026Questions? Please contact Charlene Meyer at charlene.meyer@sarasotacountyschools.net |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | CLT TestingDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for schedule and preparation information. |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | CLT TestingDistrict-wide Any student that previously signed up
Review the testing notice for schedule and preparation information. |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | Student Calendar Committee Meeting will be held in room: Blue 220 |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | SCS ESE Parent Information Opportunity: Gifted Eligibility and Magnet School Process Join Us! Learn, Explore, Plan for your child's future! Discover more possibilities! Two sessions offered: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and Thursday, October 29, 2026.Zoom Webinar Link: https://sarasotacountyschools.zoom.us/j/85425375190Click to view flyer>> Gifted Parent Opportunity October 2026Questions? Please contact Charlene Meyer at charlene.meyer@sarasotacountyschools.net |
| Mon, Nov 2, 2026 | 4th - 5th Grade Bay Watch After School Marine Camp Check the program notice for session schedule and enrollment details. |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | Webinar: Career and Technical Education Explained Join us for our third Lunch and Learn session to discuss career and technical education programming. During the session, participants will explore the variety of programming offered to Sarasota County Schools' families. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | SAC Meeting Check the meeting agenda for discussion topics and participation details. |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | Tuttle Family Books & BreakfastDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | CLT - 10 TestingDistrict-wide Any Grade 11 or 12 student needing a reading concordant score |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Sat, Nov 7, 2026 | Holiday Bazaar @ STC North PortDistrict-wide Local Community Vendors, Food Trucks, Proceeds Benefit STC. |
| Sun, Nov 8, 2026 | PTSO Online Auction |
| Mon, Nov 9, 2026 | 4th - 5th Grade Bay Watch After School Marine Camp Check the program notice for session schedule and enrollment details. |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | 4th Grade Fire Safety Awareness - Sarasota Fire Dept. |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | Work Session-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147 |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | ASVAB TESTINGDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Mon, Nov 16, 2026 | Fall FCLE Testing WindowDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Nov 16, 2026 | 4th - 5th Grade Bay Watch After School Marine Camp Check the program notice for session schedule and enrollment details. |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | Dist. Board (Away) w/ReOrg Meeting @ Venice HS PAC LOCATION:Venice HS Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Building 5, Venice, FL 34285, USACONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147 |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | ECLE - Florida Civics Literacy ExamDistrict-wide All Semester 1 US Gov. students |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Garden STEM Fair Review the event details for Garden STEM Fair activities and times. |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 | PTSO Online Auction Pick Up |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 | Thanksgiving FeastDistrict-wide Bistro 502 Thanksgiving Feast (Dine-In or Take-Out)Tickets will be available during Bistro operating hours: (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) 9am-11:30am.Thanksgiving Feast Menu |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 | Garden STEM Fair Review the event details for Garden STEM Fair activities and times. |
| Fri, Nov 20, 2026 | Garden STEM Fair Review the event details for Garden STEM Fair activities and times. |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break-Students, 186, 196, 220 Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Nov 24, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break-240 Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Fri, Nov 27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break - School ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 | Holiday HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for hours and location details. |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | Holiday HouseDistrict-wide Check the event notice for hours and location details. |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | Breakfast at the Bistro 502District-wide |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | FAST ELA PM2 TestingDistrict-wide December 1st: 9th gradeDecember 2nd: 10th gradeDecember 3rd: Makeups |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | Work Session-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147 |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 | Girls Love To Run Practice Check the practice schedule for meeting times and location details. |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | Girls Love To Run - Tomahawk 5k |
| Tue, Dec 8, 2026 | School Board Meeting-Landings Board Chambers LOCATION:School Board Chambers, Black Awning BuildingCONTACT: Mrs. Kathy Tomkins, School Board OfficePhone: (941) 927-9000, Ext. 31147 |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | Chipotle Spirit Night for KNN and Safety Patrol |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 | End of 2nd Grading Period |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Winter Break - Students, All Staff |
| Mon, Dec 28, 2026 | Winter Break - Students, All Staff |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Professional Day-Students,186 Staff |
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Fri, Jan 8, 2027 | PBIS K-5 Quarterly Celebration |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 | Webinar: Growing Algebraic Minds Join us for our fourth Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to develop math thinking to support strong algebraic understanding. During the session, participants will explore ways to support foundational skills and beginning algebra concepts at the elementary level. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day-Students, All Staff |
| Thu, Feb 4, 2027 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Tue, Feb 9, 2027 | SAC Meeting Check the meeting agenda for discussion topics and participation details. |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 | Webinar: Explore What's Possible Join us for our fifth Lunch and Learn session to discuss the many opportunities Sarasota County has to offer families. During the session, explore free and low cost activities for students and families. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents Day-Students, All Staff |
| Wed, Feb 24, 2027 | Class Group & Spring Portraits |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 | Pick Your Partner Dance |
| Wed, Mar 3, 2027 | Webinar: Mindfulness for the WHole Family Join us for our sixth Lunch and Learn session to discuss how to implement mindfulness with your children. During the session, participants will gain learn and practice three types of mindfulness that are easy to begin with children. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Thu, Mar 11, 2027 | End of 3rd Grading Period Review the academic calendar for grading period dates and report card timing. |
| Fri, Mar 12, 2027 | Professional Day-Students, 186 Staff |
| Mon, Mar 15, 2027 | Spring Break-Students, All Staff School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 | PBIS K-5 Quarterly Celebration |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | Mini Break-Students, 186, 196, 220 Staff |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Wed, Apr 7, 2027 | Webinar: Money Matters-Practical Tips for Everyday Life Join us for our seventh Lunch and Learn session to discuss practical ways to support financial understanding with your children. During the session, participants will learn key concepts ways to teach them in each age group. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Thu, Apr 8, 2027 | SCS Volunteer of the Year Awards Ceremony |
| Fri, Apr 16, 2027 | Mini Break-Students, 186,196, 220 Staff |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | Family Literacy Game Night |
| Wed, May 5, 2027 | Webinar: Summer break Chores: Fostering Independence Join us for our final Lunch and Learn session of the 2026-2027 school year. We will discuss how to use summer chores as a way to teach independence to children. During the session, participants will explore how chores support independence and discuss chores appropriate to each age group. To register for this and other Lunch and Learn sessions, please visit: 2026-2027 Virtual Lunch and Learn Registration – Fill out form |
| Thu, May 6, 2027 | PTSO Meeting PTSO Meetings will be held in the Media Center. Parents enter through the single point entry to obtain a visitors badge.
Check the published agenda for meeting topics and discussion items. |
| Tue, May 11, 2027 | SAC Meeting Check the meeting agenda for discussion topics and participation details. |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 | PBIS K-5 Quarterly Celebration |
| Wed, May 26, 2027 | Last Day for Students, 186 Staff |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 | Last Day for 196 Staff |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day-All Staff |
| Fri, Jun 11, 2027 | Last Day for 220 Staff |
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