
Temporary Free & Reduced-Price Meal status from last school year expires September 23, 2026. If your child is currently receiving temporary benefits and you have not yet submitted a new application for the 2026–2027 school year, please complete an application as soon as possible to help avoid an interruption in meal benefits.
How to apply:
1️⃣ Visit our website: Click here.
2️⃣ Scroll down and click the “Free and Reduced Lunch Information” tab.
3️⃣ Find and click “Free and Reduced Meals – Apply here.”
4️⃣ Complete and submit your application for the 2026–2027 school year.

New Year, New Books!
Submit your New Worlds Reading application for the 2026-27 school year! Eligible families receive free books and activities throughout the school year starting in October. Learn more and apply at www.newworldsreading.com/en/enrollment




Calling all Florida students! 🎨✍️
The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite K-12 students to participate in the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Art & Essay Contests, themed “Celebrating Florida’s Hispanic Heritage.”
🏆 Prizes include scholarships, school supply gift cards, and educator recognition awards.
📅 Deadline: September 21, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET
Learn more and submit entries at: www.FloridaHispanicHeritage.com
Let's celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic Floridians!

Don't forget - No School on Monday, September 7th!


Download our Welcome Back Packet today for lots of great information families need to know to start the school year!

Scan the QR code or click the link to learn more:
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Online applications for the 2026-2027 school year are available now!
Click here to see a flyer with more details about how to apply.
Click here to visit the Food and Nutrition Services web page.

Now is the perfect time to schedule your child's:
✅ Annual Physical
✅ Sports Physical
✅ Wellness Visit
✅ Dental Checkup
Monroe County School District encourages families to take advantage of the services available through Keys Kids Health Centers to help students start the year healthy and ready to learn.



Superintendent Edward Tierney welcomes students and their families for the Upcoming 2026-27 School Year.
Click this link to read the entire letter!

We're excited to see everyone at Open House on Tuesday, August 11th, from 9AM to 11AM!
Stop by to meet your teachers, visit your classrooms, and reconnect with friends! We look forward to seeing our students and families on August 11th and starting another great year together. Go, Canes!

The Class of 2029 is accepting orders for Welcome Back Bags! 💚💛 Check out the flyer for all the details, and be sure to place your order by August 7th.

Citizens who wish to address the Board 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.
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 broadcasted live at: https://monroe-k12.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1
If a person decides to appeal against 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
July 23, 2026


Why wait until August?
Get ahead of the back-to-school rush by downloading the Monroe County Schools app now.
You'll be ready for:
District announcements
School events
Important updates
Real-time notifications
Download today and stay one step ahead.

Summer Reminder for Families!
We know summer has just begun and we hope you’re enjoying every minute! But as we all know, summer has a way of flying by, and before you know it, the new school year will be here.
This is a great time to take care of those important dentist and doctor appointments while schedules are more flexible. If appointments need to happen during the school year, be sure to use our school calendar to help plan visits on days off whenever possible.
Thank you for your continued support of our students—especially when it comes to attendance. You did an amazing job this past year making sure your children were present and ready to learn, and we truly appreciate your partnership!


For all incoming 9th grade athletes wanting to join a sport, keep in mind that you will need an ECG as part of the sports physical. The summer is a great time to complete that! Keys AHEC is providing free ECG screenings, including a sports physical, to Monroe County School District students new to high school sports. By appointment only, call 305-743-7111 extension 210 to schedule your student athlete.


Good news, graduates! Official transcripts have been sent to your indicated schools and programs. You do not need to put in a request at this time. For future transcript requests and information, click here.

