3 Myths about Applying for Free & Reduced Lunch — and the real facts you need to know!

❌ Myth #1: “I was approved last year.”
✔️Reality: Each year, all individuals are required to submit a new application, even if they were approved in previous years.

❌ Myth #2: “The application is too complicated.”
✔️ Reality: The application is quick, confidential, and available online. Most families complete it in under 10 minutes. Plus, schools and Food & Nutrition Services teams are available to help if you need support.

❌ Myth #3: “It doesn’t matter, I’ll just pack my child’s lunch.”
✔️ Reality: Even if your child brings lunch from home, qualifying for Free & Reduced Lunch can still help your family. Students can get a healthy breakfast or lunch at school on busy days, during testing, or when plans change.

📲 Apply today at https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new

3 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic titled “3 Myths about Applying for Free & Reduced Lunch.” Myth #1: “I was approved last year.” Reality: Everyone must apply again each year. Myth #2: “The application is too complicated.” Reality: The application is quick, confidential, online, and support is available. Myth #3: “It doesn’t matter, I’ll just pack my child’s lunch.” Reality: Benefits can help with breakfast and lunch at school on busy days, testing days, or when plans change. Call to action: “Apply today at linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new.”
Gráfico titulado “3 Mitos sobre la solicitud de comidas gratuitas y a precio reducido.” Mito #1: “Fui aprobado(a) el año pasado.” Realidad: Todos deben completar una nueva solicitud cada año. Mito #2: “La aplicación es demasiado complicada.” Realidad: La solicitud es rápida, confidencial, en línea y con apoyo disponible. Mito #3: “No importa, yo siempre le preparo la comida a mi hijo(a).” Realidad: Puede ayudar con desayuno o almuerzo en la escuela en días ocupados, exámenes o cambios de planes. Llamado a la acción: “Solicite hoy en linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new.”

📊 As your child completes FAST testing, scores are uploaded within about 1–2 days. You can view your child’s results in the FOCUS Parent & Student Portals.

Here’s how:
1️⃣ Log in to FOCUS at focus.nassau.k12.fl.us
2️⃣ Click on the Florida Statewide Assessments icon
3️⃣ The link will take you to your student’s FL Department of Education Family Portal for score information

Stay informed and track your child’s progress!

#WeAreNassau

4 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic with blue background titled “Check Your Child’s FAST Scores in FOCUS – Available in the FOCUS Student & Parent Portals.” The center shows a screenshot of the FOCUS portal with a red arrow pointing to the “Florida Statewide Assessments” icon. Text at the bottom gives directions: 1. Log in to FOCUS at focus.nassau.k12.fl.us. 2. Click on the Florida Statewide Assessments icon. 3. The link will take you to your student’s FL Department of Education Family Portal for score information. Nassau County School District logo is in the bottom right corner.

🎨✨ Art is back and in full swing across Nassau County! Students at Callahan Intermediate School are diving into the world of art with self-portraits inspired by famous artists and styles.

  • 3rd grade explored Pablo Picasso and Cubism, creating colorful, fragmented self-portraits full of creativity and giggles.

  • 4th grade learned about Roy Lichtenstein and Pop Art, sketching themselves in comic book style with Ben-Day dots—earning the nickname “chicken pox portraits.”

  • 5th grade took on the challenge of Op Art agamographs, combining bubble-letter names with self-portraits and zentangle backgrounds.

We are proud to share that art teachers in all elementary schools are funded by the One Mil, helping make these creative opportunities possible. 🎉🖌️

5 days ago, Nassau County School District
A student holds a self-portrait in the style of Pop Art, featuring a comic-style drawing with bright colors, speech bubbles, and lightning bolts on a pink background.
A student holds a Cubism self-portrait with a yellow and red face against a colorful geometric background, mounted on pink paper.
Two students stand side by side holding their Op Art agamograph projects—self-portraits with pizza-slice sunglasses, surrounded by patterned line backgrounds.
Two students hold agamograph art pieces—one spelling out “Nassau” in bubble letters and the other with a self-portrait sketch—each with zentangle-inspired line patterns.
A student holds a Pop Art self-portrait, featuring a comic-book style drawing with stars, speech bubbles, and Ben-Day dots, on red paper.
A student holds a Cubism-inspired self-portrait, filled with bold colors and fragmented shapes in orange, green, purple, and black, mounted on pink paper.
A student holds a Cubism-inspired self-portrait, filled with bold colors and fragmented shapes in orange, green, purple, and black, mounted on pink paper.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Together, we can bring hope and support to those who need it most. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. 💛 #WeAreNassau
5 days ago, Nassau County School District
can bring hope and support to those who need it most. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. 💛 #WeAreNassau #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone Graphic with Nassau County School District logo. Text reads “September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 2025.”
Attendance matters! Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. Every day in school helps students build success for the future. 🌟 #WeAreNassau #AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess
5 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic with three illustrated children at desks. Text reads “Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. Attendance Works. www.attendanceworks.org.”
September is Deaf Awareness Month. We honor and support our Deaf community by promoting inclusion, communication, and understanding. 👐 #WeAreNassau #DeafAwareness #InclusionMatters
5 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic with Nassau County School District logo. Text reads “September is Deaf Awareness Month 2025.” Hands below spell the word DEAF AWARENESS in American Sign Language.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. We join communities nationwide in honoring the courage of children and families while raising awareness for research and support. 🎗️ #WeAreNassau #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold
6 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic with gold ribbon and stars. Text reads “September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.” Logo reads “Children’s Cancer Cause.”
In observance of Labor Day, all Nassau County schools and district offices are closed today, Monday, September 1.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful holiday. Classes resume tomorrow!

#WeAreNassau
7 days ago, Nassau County School District
Nassau County School District notice that all schools and district offices are closed in observance of Labor Day, 2025.
📢 Focus Login Reminder for Parents
The Focus login page has been updated to clearly separate access for Parents & Guardians and Students & Staff. Please note: Student information entered in the Parents & Guardians section will not work.

✅ Students & Staff – must log in on the left side of the screen under “Students & Staff”.
✅ Parents & Guardians – must use their own account credentials and log in on the right side of the screen.

If you do not yet have a parent account, click “Click here to register for a new account” on the login page to get started.

🔗 To log in to Focus, please visit: focus.nassau.k12.fl.us

Thank you for helping us keep student information secure!

#WeAreNassau
10 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic with a blue background and the Nassau County School District logo in the corner. Title reads “Focus Login Reminder for Parents.” The Focus login page is shown with two red boxes: one on the left for “Students & Staff” login and one on the right for “Parents & Guardians” login. Below are buttons for downloading the community app on the App Store and Google Play. At the bottom are three orange buttons for Parent & Guardian Account Management: register for a new account, add another student to an existing account, and recover a forgotten login.
Stay connected with the latest student stories, events, and district news—download the app today and turn on notifications so you never miss an update!


Download for Android https://aptg.co/s1V3Sq
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/dtLZNY
11 days ago, Nassau County School District
Graphic from Nassau County School District promoting its mobile app. The top section includes the district’s logo with a blue graduation cap icon, the text ‘Don’t miss any updates from Nassau County School District!’ and app download buttons for the Apple App Store and Google Play. Instructions are listed: 1. Search Nassau County School District in your phone’s app store and download the app. 2. Select Allow notifications when prompted. 3. Select preferred notification groups. Below, three smartphone screen examples show the app’s home feed, a pop-up notification prompt with ‘Allow’ selected, and a subscription screen with Elementary School and Middle School checked.

📢🍽️ Free & Reduced Lunch applications are now open!
Apply online at: www.nassau.k12.fl.us/foodandnutritionservices
Please remember—a new application must be submitted each school year.

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau

24 days ago, Nassau County School District
Nassau County School District message that Free & Reduced Lunch applications are available now for 2025.

🔔Attention Nassau County School District parents!
This is just a friendly reminder that early dismissal takes place every Wednesday. Please make sure to check the dismissal times for your student by visiting https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/studentsandparents
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's school.

26 days ago, Nassau County School District
Nassau County School District reminder graphic stating “Early Dismissal Every Wednesday” for the year 2025.
Nassau County Families: Track Your Child’s Bus with the Here Comes the Bus App!

We’re excited to remind you about the Here Comes the Bus (HCTB) app, an easy-to-use tool that allows you to see the location of your child’s school bus right from your smartphone, tablet, or computer! This app helps you know when the bus is near your stop so you can send your child out at the right time.
More Information: https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/HereComesTheBus

We also ask for your patience during these first few weeks as our little learners are getting used to riding the bus.
Thank you for your understanding and support!

#NassauCountySchools #HereComesTheBus #BackToSchool2024 #StudentSafetyFirst
29 days ago, Nassau County School District
Instructions for downloading and signing up for the Here Comes the Bus app, including the school code 76491, user account setup steps, and student ID linking process. App shown on smartphone with download buttons for Apple App Store and Google Play.

📢 New Parent Resource Page Now Live!

We’ve launched a Commissioner of Education Parent Resource page on our website — your new one-stop shop for important updates and memos from Florida’s new Commissioner of Education. 🏫✨

🔍 Stay informed with quick access to communications including:
✅ Celebration and Welcome to the 2025–26 School Year
✅ Beanstack Guidance
✅ Parental Rights Overview

We’ll continue to update this page as new information is shared. Bookmark it and check back often!

🔗 https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/page/commissioner-of-educations-communication

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau #FLEducation #ParentResources #StayConnected #NassauSchools

about 1 month ago, Crissy Bass
Chalkboard with the word 'Education' written in white chalk, featuring a lightbulb drawing above the letter 'A' and a graduation cap on the letter 'o'.

📢🍽️ Free & Reduced Lunch applications are now open!
Apply online at: www.nassau.k12.fl.us/foodandnutritionservices
Please remember—a new application must be submitted each school year.

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau

about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Nassau County School District message that Free & Reduced Lunch applications are available now for 2025.
The first day of school is almost here!

#WeAreNassau
about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Nassau County School District announcement that the first day of school is Monday, August 11, 2025.
Plan for a successful school year!
The 2025–2026 District Calendar is now available at:
https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/page/schoolyearcalendars

#WeAreNassau #NicerInNassau
about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Nassau County School District graphic encouraging families to view the 2025–2026 school calendar.
Annual FortifyFL Training for Students and Parents

Nassau County School District, in partnership with the Nassau County Sheriff's Office and Fernandina Beach Police Department, continues its annual effort to educate students and families on the importance of safe, responsible reporting. False or exaggerated claims not only disrupt learning and create fear, they can also lead to serious legal consequences.

Please help keep our schools safe: report genuine concerns through FortifyFL.

https://youtu.be/05gzzMnoQbg

#WeAreNassau #SchoolSafety #FortifyFL
about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District

Nassau County Families: Track Your Child’s Bus with the Here Comes the Bus App!

We’re excited to remind you about the Here Comes the Bus (HCTB) app, an easy-to-use tool that allows you to see the location of your child’s school bus right from your smartphone, tablet, or computer! This app helps you know when the bus is near your stop so you can send your child out at the right time.
More Information: https://www.nassau.k12.fl.us/HereComesTheBus

We also ask for your patience during the first few weeks as our little learners are getting used to riding the bus.
Thank you for your understanding and support!

#NassauCountySchools #HereComesTheBus #BackToSchool2024 #StudentSafetyFirst

about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Instructions for downloading and signing up for the Here Comes the Bus app, including the school code 76491, user account setup steps, and student ID linking process. App shown on smartphone with download buttons for Apple App Store and Google Play.
📚 Back to School Savings Alert! 🎒 From August 1–31, 2025, Florida families can stock up on school essentials—tax-free! For a full list of qualifying items and more details, visit: floridarevenue.com/BacktoSchool #BackToSchool #FloridaTaxHoliday #WeAreNassau
about 1 month ago, Nassau County School District
Notebook paper with “Back to School Sales Tax Holiday” in green text lists items exempt from sales tax: learning aids and puzzles ($30 or less), school supplies ($50 or less), clothing and accessories ($100 or less), and computers/accessories ($1,500 or less). Runs August 1–31, 2025. Surrounded by colorful school supplies. Visit floridarevenue.com/BacktoSchool for details.