Hello Gifted Students and Families
Important upcoming dates/events
- Interims Issued on September 12
- First Quarter Ends on October 13
- Teacher Planning Day – Student Holiday on October 16
- Report Cards Issued on Oct 24
Gifted Minute: Vol. 3 - LAST GIFTED POST
It is with true sadness that as of September 18th, I will no longer be serving in my role as gifted itinerant. These past 9 years working with many of you have been amazing and I have learned so much and will truly miss my gifted students and families!
I am so thankful for the opportunity I have had to be an integral part of this learning community.
I have accepted a position at Gamble Rogers Middle School as an ESE teacher. I appreciate your understanding as I embark on this new journey.
News of my replacement will be forthcoming from the gifted program specialist. If you have questions or concerns about any of our gifted students or what high school services will look like in the interim, please contact
Sherri-Lee Heath at 904-547-8916 or
Sherri-Lee.Heath@stjohns.k12.fl.us
I wish you all the best!
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Hello! My name is Jaci Racano, and I am thrilled to be a part of your child’s educational journey. I am originally from Union, New Jersey, in 2004 my family and I moved to Saint Augustine and have considered it home ever since! I hold a bachelor’s degree in History from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro and a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.
This is my 25th year in education, with over 10 years of experience in gifted education. I am a proud mother of three sons, two freshman in college and a junior in high school. In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my loved ones at the beach, reading books, and playing with our adorable puppies, Frankie, Dino and their friend George.
My role is to work alongside the students, parents, and teachers of Pedro Menendez High School and Gamble Rogers Middle School to provide support for gifted students.
Should you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to get in touch with me anytime. Jaclyn.Racano@stjohns.k12.fl.us
Lastly, I have curated an Amazon list filled with activities and books for gifted families; feel free to peruse: Here
I am looking forward to another great year!
Jaci Racano
GPAC: Gifted Parent Advisory Council
What is GPAC?
The SJCSD Gifted Parent Advisory Council (GPAC) is a broad-based district gifted advisory committee representing educators, parents, and stakeholders who meet quarterly to discuss ways to support the gifted program and its students. Through collaborative learning, engagement, and advocacy, the members of GPAC support one another in navigating appropriate academic and affective learning paths for our gifted learners. All parents and/or caregivers of a SJCSD gifted student are encouraged to participate.
GPAC Meeting Schedule
GPAC meetings during the 23-24 school year will be held on the following dates from 6:30-8:00 pm:
- Thursday, October 12, 2023: Bartram Trail High School cafeteria
- Tuesday, December 5, 2023: Pedro Menendez High School cafeteria
- Thursday, February 22, 2024: Beachside High School cafeteria
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024: St. Augustine High School cafeteria
