The School District of Manatee County hosted a two-day New Teacher Orientation at Manatee High School this week as the District prepares for the new school year.
(Photo Above) Katelyn Distasio and Emily Scipione listen and take notes during the District's New Teacher Orientation. The 2025-2026 school year will be their first year as teachers. Distasio is joining Ballard Elementary School and Scipione is joining the team at Oneco Elementary School.
Samantha Decker, with the District's Professional Learning Team, provides new teachers with helpful information as the teachers prepare to navigate their first-year teaching. Decker was one of the presenters at the New Teacher Orientation held this week at Manatee High School.
Alicia Farmer, with the District's Professional Learning Team, gives new teachers tips that will help them navigate their first days in the upcoming school year. Farmer was one of the presenters at the New Teacher Orientation held this week at Manatee High School.
New School District of Manatee County teachers check in with District team members during the two-day New Teacher Orientation at Manatee High School this week.
Dr. Terra Ward, Assistant Director of Professional Learning, assists new teachers during a two-day New Teacher Orientation at Manatee High School hosted by the School District of Manatee County.