SCS leads Florida in HMH Education 180 honorees
Six honorees were recognized in the HMH Education 180 Awards program, which celebrates outstanding educators and students who demonstrate growth, resilience, and achievement through Math 180 and Read 180. Out of 443 nominees nationwide, only 46 educators and 48 students were selected through a blind judging process, and SCS had the most honorees of any district in Florida.
Honorees
Students:
- Sarasota High School — Francisco Castillo Robles
- Sarasota High School — Melany Macias Valdez
- North Port High School — Alexander Alcolea
Educators:
- Sarasota High School — Ms. Carrie Trayner
- Riverview High School — Sarasota, Florida — Ms. Stefanie Cohen
- Venice High School — Ms. Alexandra Evans
| May 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM | School |
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