Tuesday, Deputy Graham was on proactive patrol when he saw a silver Kia being driven by a male known to have a habitually suspended license. Juan Garcia Valcourt, 34, had been arrested on 09/18/25 for a warrant for driving without a license. Deputy Graham activated his lights to conduct a traffic stop while behind the vehicle on Howland Boulevard. Garcia Valcourt fled before bailing out at Tom Hoffman Park. Additional units arrived including K9 and AirOne, and Garcia Valcourt was taken into cust

🎶 Big news, VCS families! 🎶 Volusia County Schools has once again been chosen as the only district in Florida to partner with Carnegie Hall in the Musical Explorers program—and one of just a handful nationwide! ✨ Now in our second year, VCS will continue serving as a leading voice in this national partnership, bringing cultural learning to life by connecting students with diverse musical traditions and world cultures. 🎤🥁🎻 This exciting opportunity helps us expand horizons, open doors, and s

We're still buzzing from last week's meeting, where our principals gathered together to workshop and brainstorm ideas on communication strategies, school culture, innovative safety technologies, and more. 🌟 Every day, our principals are shaping lives, creating opportunities, and making their schools the best they can be. 💙 A special thanks again to State Attorney, Florida's 7th Circuit, RJ Larizza for visiting and sharing the Safety First, Success Always initiative with our principals. 🎉Big s

✨ Spotlight on Success: Maya Heard ✨ From the classroom to the competition stage, University High School Titans graduate Maya Heard is unstoppable! 👑 After earning the title of National American Miss Florida Teen, she’s now preparing to take on the nation—where queens from across the country will compete for the crown. Maya credits her years in Volusia County Schools for helping her grow, giving her the skills and confidence to shine on and off the stage. She’s proud to represent her community—