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Exceptional Student Education

 

Exceptional

Student Education (ESE)

Core Beliefs & Practices

A quality Exceptional Student Education program ensures the success of all students in an environment of trust, respect, and open communication.

A quality Exceptional Student Education program provides for appropriate materials, qualified staff, in-service opportunities and adequate facilities.

A quality Exceptional Student Education program has a student centered curriculum that is flexible, relevant and focuses on lifelong transitions, offers a complete continuum of delivery models and teaching strategies, and has the support of administration, teachers, parents, and community.

If you are the parent of a private school student who suspects your child has a disability, you may request an evaluation. Please contact the District ESE Teacher on Special Assignment for additional information.

Director of ESE: Gary Pearcy

Director of Exceptional Student Education

Gary Pearcy

352-726-1931 ext. 2328

Coordinator: Lynn Kirby

Coordinator of Exceptional Student Education

Lynne Kirby

352-726-1931 ext. 2313

 

 

An informational flyer for VPK Registration 2026-2027 for Citrus County Schools. The background features a soft-focus image of children's hands joined together over a green surface.Key Dates and EligibilityRegistration Opens: April 1st, 2026.Age Requirement: Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.Constraint: Children must not have attended VPK previously.Program OptionsThe flyer lists two distinct scheduling options for parents:Program TypeHoursTransportationHalf-Day9:20am undefined 12:20pmParent pick-up onlyFull-Day9:20am undefined 3:35pmTransportation ProvidedNote: Instructional time for both programs is from 9:20am to 12:20pm.Documents RequiredCertificate of Eligibility: Obtained through the Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Nature Coast online.Birth CertificateImmunization Form 680Proof of Residency: One document required (e.g., utility bill, rental contract).Guardianship Papers: If applicable.Physical Exam: Must be dated within one year of the first day of school.Additional InformationFocus App: An announcement states the "FOCUS APP" is coming in Summer 2026, showing icons for both Android and Apple devices.Accessibility: If a parent does not have access to a computer, they are instructed to contact their zoned school to make an appointment.Branding: The Citrus County Schools logo (a graduation cap over a stylized "C" with a leaf) is located in the top right corner.

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Exceptional Student Education Directory

  • Central Ridge Elementary - TBD -  344-3833 Ext. 4011

    Citrus High School - Ashley Tourbin - 726-2241 Ext. 4535

    Citrus Springs Elementary - Ally Franz - 344-4079 Ext. 5195

    Citrus Springs Middle - TBD - 344-2244 Ext. 4417

    CREST School - Paul Heinze - 527-0303 Ext. 6121

    Crystal River High - Amanda Parker - 795-4641 Ext. 4850

    Crystal River Middle - Cassandra Petty - 795-2116 Ext. 5212

    Crystal River Primary - Laura Kofmehl - 795-2211 Ext. 5726

    Floral City Elementary - TBD - 726-1554 Ext. 6007

    Forest Ridge Elementary - Jennifer Benhoff - 527-1808 Ext. 5006

    Hernando Elementary - Cathy Swartz - 726-1833 Ext. 5410

    Homosassa Elementary - TDB - 628-2953 Ext. 4167

    Inverness Middle - Jennifer Hetland - 726-1471 Ext. 5512

    Inverness Primary - Alissa Grace - 726-1632 Ext. 5333

    Lecanto High School - Tonia Chandler - 746-2334 Ext. 4287

    Lecanto Middle School - Ingrid James - 746-2050 Ext. 4761

    Lecanto Primary School - Debi Collins - 746-2220 Ext. 5835

    Pleasant Grove Elementary - Lindsay Hamilton - 634-4400 Ext. 4912

    Rock Crusher Elementary - Tabetha Harrison - 795-2010 Ext.4609
     

  • District ESE Specialist - Tina Adams - Ext. 2854

    District ESE Specialist - TBD - Ext. 2316

    District ESE Specialist - Vivian Bennett - Ext. 2306

    District ESE Specialist - Jackie Dillersberger - Ext. 2304

    District ESE Specialist - Callie Haynes - Ext. 2305

    District ESE Specialist - Julia McHugh - Ext. 2352

    District ESE Specialist - Stephanie Runion - Ext. 2310

    District ESE Specialist - Jessie Hodges - Ext. 2329

    District ESE Teacher on Special Assignment - Sharon Harker - Ext. 2312


    Administrative Secretary - Bonnie Sparks - Ext. 2336

    District Bookkeeper - Penny Sowerby - Ext. 2332

    Psychological Services Secretary - Adria Byers - Ext. 2338

    VPK/Pre-K District Secretary - Cindy Schaak - Ext. 2330