What is the PTO?

The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a group of parents, teachers, and staff who work together to support our school through events, fundraising, and volunteer efforts.

🎉 What Does the PTO Do?

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Get Involved!

All parents are welcome! Whether you can help at events or behind the scenes, there’s a place for you.

Want to learn more? Contact Mrs. Heather Biedenstein, PTO President or come to a meeting. (csepto@gmail.com)

If you are changing your child's transportation - please send in a note with your child - including your child's full name, teacher name, the date of the change and what the change is.

We strongly discourage emails for transportation changes - if a staff member is out or doesn't see their email during the day, your message will not be seen.

We will not accept changes in dismissal after 2:00 to ensure we have time for teachers and staff to be notified.

Citrus Springs Elementary is proud that all our teachers and administrators who work with our students are certified by the State of Florida or other government board. We appreciate the following teachers who have volunteered to teach a subject outside of their primary certification and are currently taking classes or exams to obtain certification in the area they are teaching out of field. 

Alexandria Acker - certified in elementary education K-6, out of field for ESOL

Alisha Damon - Currently certified in Social Science 6-12 and Middle Grades Social Science; teaching out of field for school social worker

Hannah Kaar - certified in elementary education K-6, out of field in exceptional student education

Jessica Kunkle - certified in PreK/Primary, out of compliance in ESOL

Mindy London -  certified in exceptional student education, out of compliance in ESOL

Alexsia Love - certified in business education, out of field in elementary education K-6

Research continues to confirm that parents are a vital part of the educational process and of the educational experiences of their children. When school personnel and families work together, relationships are developed that support learning and children are provided an enhanced opportunity for success in school and throughout life. As a parent, you play an important role in your child’s education. We encourage parents to be involved as much as possible. Gain information and be part of the decision making process by joining advisory committees at the school and district level.

For further information, the Citrus County Schools’ Parent Involvement Plan is available at:

Thank you for supporting our school through fundraisers. The money raised from these events goes directly back to benefit our entire school community. Funds may be used for school improvements, classroom resources, student activities, and staff appreciation. Your participation helps us create a better learning environment for all students — we truly appreciate your support!

· No person shall, on the basis of race (including anti-Semitism), color, religion, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex, age, disability, marital status, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or genetic information, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity, or in any employment conditions or practices conducted by Citrus County School Board (CCSB), except as provided by law.

· CCSB shall comply with all state and federal laws, which prohibit discrimination and are designed to protect the civil rights of applicants, employees, and/or students, or other people protected by applicable law.

· CCSB prohibits discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment, and in access to educational programs and activities, and prohibits harassment of any individual or group based on race (including anti-Semitism), color, religion, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, gender/sex, age, disability, marital status, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or genetic information.

· Lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation. CCSB may assess each student’s ability to benefit from specific programs through placement tests and counseling, and if necessary, will provide services or referrals to better prepare students for successful participation.

· CCSB will comply with all Federal requirements regarding discrimination and harassment including, but not limited to, 34C.F.R. Part 108.

District Equity Contact:

Todd Goolsby, Coordinator of District Student Services

2575 S. Panther Pride Drive Lecanto, FL 34461

Email: goolsbyt@citrusschools.org

Telephone: (352) 527-0090

District Section 504 Contact:

Jacquelyn Dillersberger, ESE Specialist

1007 W. Main Street

Inverness, FL 34450

Email: dillersbergerj@citrusschools.org

Telephone: (352) 726-1931 Ext. 2304