Superintendent Kevin Hendrick and school leaders of Pinellas County discussed school operations ahead of this week following Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on the area.

Many residents and businesses in Pinellas County got an unprecedented amount of beach sand on their properties during Hurricane Helene and officials say while some of it can be returned to the beach,

While Hurricane Helene is thankfully out of Florida territory leaving destruction in its wake, attempts to return to somewhat normal life are ongoing throughout the state and in Pinellas County, officials want to make sure residents who need comfort can find it in public facilities.

Pinellas County officials gave an update Monday morning on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. The Cy Young voting isn't going to be very suspenseful this offseason. Poor Makari Vickers had no idea what was coming.

The Tampa Bay death toll from Hurricane Helene rose to at least 11 on Saturday, with nine Pinellas deaths and two in Hillsborough. Barrier island reopened in Pinellas late Saturday and residents continued to be evacuated.

Hurricane Helene’s widespread aftermath is also affecting the Pinellas school system. One faculty member lost their life, and hundreds of teachers suffering flood damage.

Pinellas County Schools are discussing school operations beginning Monday, Sept. 30 following Hurricane Helene's devastating impact on the area.