The Monroe County School District will hold a Construction Advisory Committee meeting on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. The meeting will take place in the Monroe County School District Board Room, located at 241 Trumbo Rd, Key West, FL 33040.
The Monroe County School Board will hold a Retreat for Capital Project Planning and their regular business meeting in Key West on Tuesday, June 09, 2026.
The Retreat will begin at 3:30 P.M. and conclude at approximately 4:30 P.M. The meeting will take place at the City Manager’s Conference Room Upstairs at City Hall, 1300 White Street, Key West, FL 33040.
The Regular Business Meeting will follow at 5:00 P.M. The meeting will be held at Key West City Hall, located at 1300 White Street, Key West, FL 33040. A Public Hearing will be held for Policies listed on the agenda.
Citizens who wish to address the Board during their Regular Meeting on any agenda item prior to action must register to speak during the Citizen Input segment of the meeting. To register, please call (305) 293-1400 ext. 53392 by 2:00 P.M. on the day of the meeting. Upon arrival, speakers are required to complete the Speaker's Form.
Click here to see the Meeting Agenda.
Individuals requesting accommodations under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) should call (305) 293-1400 ext. 53392 with their request at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting and complete a speaker's card specifying the required accommodation.
The meeting will be broadcast live. Click here to view the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made.
Edward Tierney, Superintendent
June 02, 2026
All students new to athletics must have an ECG done prior to getting clearance to participate in athletics for the 2026-2027 school year. We are grateful to AHEC for providing these opportunities for students to get them done, along with their physicals. Please be sure to make an appointment to be seen.
Bicycle Rodeo May 9th at KWHS!
Come have fun and learn about bike safety at the same time. Click the image for details of this fun event!
Monroe County School District is proud to welcome Congressman Carlos A. Giménez to Key West for a significant milestone in the restoration of the Historic Reynolds School. This $3 million federal investment marks an important step forward in preserving a valued community landmark while advancing opportunities for much-needed affordable workforce housing.
This project reflects a shared commitment among federal, local, and district leaders to strengthen our community’s future while honoring its history. We invite members of the media and the public to join us as we celebrate this important investment and its impact on Monroe County.
All students new to athletics must have an ECG done prior to getting clearance to participate in athletics for the 2026-2027 school year. We are grateful to AHEC for providing these opportunities for students to get them done, along with their physicals. Please be sure to make an appointment to be seen.
Please take the time to complete our Title I end of year survey!
We want to hear from you! Please take a moment to complete the Title I End-of-Year Survey. Your survey results help us strengthen school programs, increase school support, and make changes for the better.
Please use the survey link for your preferred language:
English: https://forms.gle/fqbPYKbYKvNwBW2X8
Spanish: https://forms.gle/hCto5FSnTALWwnh69
Creole: https://forms.gle/UiwykM1hkj8ccGCR6
Paper forms will also be available next week. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and help us continue making our schools the best they can be for our students and families!
Kickoff to Kindergarten!
We’re excited to welcome our future Kindergarten families to MCSD’s annual Kindergarten Kickoff! Come meet our amazing staff, visit classrooms, pick up registration packets, and get ready for a fun start to your child’s school journey.
Check your school’s date and time, and we can’t wait to see you there!
We’re excited to welcome our future Kindergarten families to MCSD’s annual Kindergarten Kickoff! Come meet our amazing staff, visit classrooms, pick up registration packets, and get ready for a fun start to your child’s school journey.
Check your school’s date and time, and we can’t wait to see you there!
America turns 250 and Florida students can help tell the story! K-12 students are invited to submit original art or essays celebrating Florida’s contributions to our nation’s history.
For contest rules and submission guidelines, visit: america250floridacontest.com
Career and Technical Education. Explore your future!
This announcement provides an update on the Monroe County School District’s K–12 Instructional Materials Adoption process. On February 18, 2026, the adoption committee reached consensus on its purchasing recommendations for K–5 Language Arts adoption. All adoption-related information is available through Edcredible. Assistance with accessing the platform is available at support@edcredible.com.
Click on the image to see details.
Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida Invite Students and Educators to Participate in the 2026 Black History Month Contests. Six winners will be awarded a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans. All K-12 #FloridaStudents are encouraged to participate.
Read the full announcement by clicking this link.
ELA Adoption Process in Progress
The Monroe County School District is in the process of choosing curriculum for English Language Arts (ELA), Grades K-5.
Teachers and parents can look at the two finalists in this process through the Encredible program. Find out how to access the proposed curriculum by clicking on this link.
In an open letter to Florida Parents, the Florida Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas announced increased scores for students as shown in progress monitoring for this school year. In the letter, he says in part:
"When I became Commissioner of Education in July 2025, I set two priorities for Florida’s schools: student safety and academic achievement. I am pleased to share that progress monitoring results for the 2025-2026 school year continue to show students succeeding thanks to Florida’s first-in-the-nation progress monitoring assessments."
The entire letter can be seen by clicking the image, or by clicking this link.
He also shared resources parents can use to help their students succeed:
"In addition, the Florida Department of Education is proud to provide parent resources for student success in Mathematics and English Language Arts to help families support learning at home. Each guide outlines key concepts and skills taught by grade level, defines important terms, and offers practical activities and questions to encourage learning beyond the classroom – all aligned to the B.E.S.T. Standards. "
Celebrating our Food Services Workers and Transportation Department
During National School Lunch Week and National Bus Safety Week, we proudly celebrate the dedicated professionals who nourish and transport our students with care and positivity. From the smiling faces in our cafeterias to the steady hands behind the wheel, these everyday heroes create safe, welcoming environments that help our students thrive. Their commitment strengthens our schools and reflects the heart of what makes our district great.
Important announcement from the state of Florida regarding Diabetes and your child's health.
Click here to see the two page document from the Florida Department of Health.
School bus safety for everyone from the Florida Department of Education.
