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
Notice of Public Meeting: School Board
The Monroe County School Board will hold its Regular Business Meeting on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The session will open at 5:00 P.M. with an Organizational Meeting, followed immediately by the Regular Business Meeting at approximately 5:02 P.M. The meeting will be held at Coral Shores High School, located at 89901 Old Highway, Tavernier, FL 33070.
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 broadcast live at: www.keysschools.com/schoolboardmeetings.
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
February 18, 2026
To register your child: Scroll down to the section “Register to Pick Your Prize” or click here https://register.dominos.cards/53078.
Be sure to use the provided QR code to place your order before it’s too late! ⏳ Once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Secure your copy today and celebrate all the special moments, friendships, and achievements from this year at GAE!
Support our PBIS program by downloading the Box Top app and scanning your grocery receipts.
Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida Invite Students and Educators to Participate in the 2026 Black History Month ContestsSix 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.
Our 2025–2026 School Improvement Plan and Parent & Family Engagement Plan are now finalized and available on our Title I webpage—visit today to learn what’s ahead for GAE!
Title I Page
Today, Gerald Adams hosted a wonderful Thanksgiving lunch for our parents and students! Everyone enjoyed a delicious meal filled with all the traditional Thanksgiving fixings — and even more smiles and laughter.
A huge thank you to our amazing cafeteria staff for preparing such a tasty and heartwarming feast. Your hard work and dedication help make moments like this so special for our school family. 💛
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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.
