Superintendent Edward Tierney welcomes students and their families for the Upcoming 2026-27 School Year.
Click this link to read the entire letter!
KLS Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures for 2026–2027
Please review Key Largo School’s arrival and dismissal procedures for the 2026–2027 school year. Following these procedures helps keep our students, staff, and families safe while allowing traffic to move efficiently.
Morning drop-off begins at 8:00 a.m. Students may not arrive before this time because staff supervision is unavailable. School begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Afternoon dismissal times:
🔵Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 3:15 p.m.
🟡3rd–8th Grade: 3:20 p.m.
Dismissal changes must be made through the front office before 2:30 p.m. Early checkouts must be completed by 2:45 p.m.
Please review the complete drop-off and pick-up procedures below for additional information about car-line safety, arrival locations, dismissal placards, authorized pickup, walkers, and bike riders.
Thank you for helping every KLS student begin and end the school day safely!
Please review Key Largo School’s arrival and dismissal procedures for the 2026–2027 school year. Following these procedures helps keep our students, staff, and families safe while allowing traffic to move efficiently.
Morning drop-off begins at 8:00 a.m. Students may not arrive before this time because staff supervision is unavailable. School begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Afternoon dismissal times:
🔵Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 3:15 p.m.
🟡3rd–8th Grade: 3:20 p.m.
Dismissal changes must be made through the front office before 2:30 p.m. Early checkouts must be completed by 2:45 p.m.
Please review the complete drop-off and pick-up procedures below for additional information about car-line safety, arrival locations, dismissal placards, authorized pickup, walkers, and bike riders.
Thank you for helping every KLS student begin and end the school day safely!
Keys Kids Health Centers
Keys Kids Health Centers provides no-cost primary medical care and gentle dental services for children throughout the Florida Keys. Services include physicals and sports exams, sick and well-child visits, dental checkups, regular cleanings, and more.
Medical appointments: 305-743-7111, ext. 210
Dental appointments: 305-743-7111, ext. 220
Visit keyskids.org to learn more.
Keys Kids Health Centers provides no-cost primary medical care and gentle dental services for children throughout the Florida Keys. Services include physicals and sports exams, sick and well-child visits, dental checkups, regular cleanings, and more.
Medical appointments: 305-743-7111, ext. 210
Dental appointments: 305-743-7111, ext. 220
Visit keyskids.org to learn more.
The 2026–2027 school year is almost here! Our teachers return this coming week, and we look forward to welcoming students back on Wednesday, August 12. Please read Superintendent Edward Tierney’s Welcome Back Letter as we prepare for another successful year of learning, growth, and opportunity.
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.
Help Name Our KLS Buses ✨🚌
Our students came up with some amazing, creative names for our school buses, and now it's your turn to help us choose the winners!
🗳️Voting is OPEN now through next week!
Please take a moment to complete our Google Form and select your TOP 5 favorite bus names. Every vote helps us pick the names that will proudly represent our KLS buses!
Click here to vote!
Thank you for supporting our students and being part of the fun! We can't wait to reveal the winning names!
The new school year is almost here!
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.
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.
The countdown is on, Tornados!
School is almost here, and there is only one question...
Is your KLS drip ready? (That's student language for wardrobe!) 💙🌪️💛
Show up on Day One looking like you've got Tornado Pride from head to toe! Hoodies, tees, shorts, performance wear, and more are just a click away.
Shop the Key Largo School Spirit Shop today:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/3eQXfwWEGA
Spirit Shop closes September 30!
Once a Tornado, Always a Tornado!
Parent Pick-Up Car Tags will be available in the Front Office during Meet the Teacher on Tuesday, August 11, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
If you already have a Parent Pick-Up Car Tag, you do not need a new one unless your current tag is damaged or no longer readable.
If you need a new tag or have any questions, please contact Ms. Ashley in the Front Office at 305-453-1255
If you already have a Parent Pick-Up Car Tag, you do not need a new one unless your current tag is damaged or no longer readable.
If you need a new tag or have any questions, please contact Ms. Ashley in the Front Office at 305-453-1255
Tornado Football is almost here! 💛💙🏈
Calling all families of students entering 5th–8th grade! Join us for our Pre-Season Parent Information Meeting to learn everything you need to know about the upcoming Key Largo School Tornado Football season.
📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 KLS Gym
This meeting is for all parents of interested players and will cover important information about the season, expectations, and more.
📲 Join TeamReach using code: KLSFootball2026
Questions? Contact Coach Brian “Mr. Carver” at Matthew.Carver@keysschools.com
We can’t wait to kick off another great season! Go Tornados!
Calling all families of students entering 5th–8th grade! Join us for our Pre-Season Parent Information Meeting to learn everything you need to know about the upcoming Key Largo School Tornado Football season.
📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 KLS Gym
This meeting is for all parents of interested players and will cover important information about the season, expectations, and more.
📲 Join TeamReach using code: KLSFootball2026
Questions? Contact Coach Brian “Mr. Carver” at Matthew.Carver@keysschools.com
We can’t wait to kick off another great season! Go Tornados!
⏰ Reminder! KLS Aftercare Registration is Open!
Have you registered for KLS Aftercare for the 2026-2027 school year yet? If you know your child will be attending, please submit your registration packet as soon as possible. Early registration helps us plan staffing, supplies, and programming to ensure we're ready for a successful school year!
🍎 Homework Help
🎨 Arts & Crafts
🤝 Fun with Friends
📖 Caring, Supportive Staff
❤️ Healthy Snacks
📅 Aftercare begins on the very first day of school!
📝 Register today:
https://tinyurl.com/Aftercare-Registration
📞 Jennifer Martino
305-453-1255 x57358
305-697-7079
📧 jennifer.martino@keysschools.com
We can't wait to welcome our KLS students back for another amazing year! 💙💛
Have you registered for KLS Aftercare for the 2026-2027 school year yet? If you know your child will be attending, please submit your registration packet as soon as possible. Early registration helps us plan staffing, supplies, and programming to ensure we're ready for a successful school year!
🍎 Homework Help
🎨 Arts & Crafts
🤝 Fun with Friends
📖 Caring, Supportive Staff
❤️ Healthy Snacks
📅 Aftercare begins on the very first day of school!
📝 Register today:
https://tinyurl.com/Aftercare-Registration
📞 Jennifer Martino
305-453-1255 x57358
305-697-7079
📧 jennifer.martino@keysschools.com
We can't wait to welcome our KLS students back for another amazing year! 💙💛
Ready or Not... Here We Come! 🌪️
Summer has flown by, and it's almost time to kick off another incredible school year!
📚 Meet the Teacher
🗓️ Tuesday, August 11
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Come meet your teacher, find your classroom, learn your bus name, set up your lunch account, complete your free and reduced lunch application, join the PTA, and sign up for aftercare. We'll have everything you need to start the year off right!
Then, it's time to make it official...
The First Day of School is Wednesday, August 12!
Sharpen those pencils, dust off those backpacks, and prepare your best "I'm definitely awake" smile for those first-day pictures!
We can't wait to welcome our returning Tornados and meet the newest members of our school family. It's going to be a year filled with learning, laughter, friendships, and unforgettable memories.
Summer has flown by, and it's almost time to kick off another incredible school year!
📚 Meet the Teacher
🗓️ Tuesday, August 11
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Come meet your teacher, find your classroom, learn your bus name, set up your lunch account, complete your free and reduced lunch application, join the PTA, and sign up for aftercare. We'll have everything you need to start the year off right!
Then, it's time to make it official...
The First Day of School is Wednesday, August 12!
Sharpen those pencils, dust off those backpacks, and prepare your best "I'm definitely awake" smile for those first-day pictures!
We can't wait to welcome our returning Tornados and meet the newest members of our school family. It's going to be a year filled with learning, laughter, friendships, and unforgettable memories.
The Monroe County School Board will convene its Regular Business Meeting on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 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 and a Job Description listed on the agenda.
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
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
📚✏️ School Supply Lists Are Here! ✏️📚
Florida’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Month starts today, making it the perfect time to stock up on school supplies and save! 🎉
Our 2026–2027 KLS school supply lists are now available. You can find them here:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/KLS-26-27-Supply-Lists
Shopping early helps ensure your child is ready for a smooth and successful first day of school. We can’t wait to welcome our Tornados back for another amazing year!
Website: Key Largo School ➡️Parents Tab➡️Supply Lists
Florida’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Month starts today, making it the perfect time to stock up on school supplies and save! 🎉
Our 2026–2027 KLS school supply lists are now available. You can find them here:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/KLS-26-27-Supply-Lists
Shopping early helps ensure your child is ready for a smooth and successful first day of school. We can’t wait to welcome our Tornados back for another amazing year!
Website: Key Largo School ➡️Parents Tab➡️Supply Lists
VPK & Head Start Enrollment is NOW OPEN for the 2026–2027 school year at Key Largo School!
Give your child a strong start in a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. Our VPK and Head Start programs help children build the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond!
FREE VPK for all eligible Florida 4-year-olds
Head Start available for eligible 3- and 4-year-olds
See the flyer below for eligibility, required documents, application information, and contact details.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Tornados!
Give your child a strong start in a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. Our VPK and Head Start programs help children build the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond!
FREE VPK for all eligible Florida 4-year-olds
Head Start available for eligible 3- and 4-year-olds
See the flyer below for eligibility, required documents, application information, and contact details.
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Tornados!
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.
📣 LAST CALL for Key Largo School Yearbooks! 📣
Don't miss your chance to own a copy of this year's memories! 📚✨
🎉 The yearbook sale has been extended through Thursday, July 2!
✅ Order online: https://yearbookforever.com/
📍 Yearbook pickup will be in the Front Office.
From classroom moments to special events, this year's yearbook is packed with memories you'll treasure for years to come. Be sure to order yours before it's too late!
Don't miss your chance to own a copy of this year's memories! 📚✨
🎉 The yearbook sale has been extended through Thursday, July 2!
✅ Order online: https://yearbookforever.com/
📍 Yearbook pickup will be in the Front Office.
From classroom moments to special events, this year's yearbook is packed with memories you'll treasure for years to come. Be sure to order yours before it's too late!
☀️🌴 Summer is in full swing, but Key Largo School just isn't the same without our Tornados! 🌊💙💛
We hope you're making memories, soaking up the sunshine, reading great books, and enjoying every adventure that summer has to offer. While you're having fun, we're busy getting everything ready for another amazing school year!
Whether you're new to the KLS family or returning for another incredible year, we're excited to welcome you back. Be sure to save this flyer with our updated staff directory so you'll have all the important contacts you need for the 2025–2026 school year.
💙 We miss seeing your smiling faces.
🌴 We can't wait to hear all about your summer adventures.
🌪️ Until then... stay safe, have fun, and enjoy every moment!
Together We Succeed! 💙💛
We hope you're making memories, soaking up the sunshine, reading great books, and enjoying every adventure that summer has to offer. While you're having fun, we're busy getting everything ready for another amazing school year!
Whether you're new to the KLS family or returning for another incredible year, we're excited to welcome you back. Be sure to save this flyer with our updated staff directory so you'll have all the important contacts you need for the 2025–2026 school year.
💙 We miss seeing your smiling faces.
🌴 We can't wait to hear all about your summer adventures.
🌪️ Until then... stay safe, have fun, and enjoy every moment!
Together We Succeed! 💙💛
🍋 Kids Lemonade Stand Contest!🍋
Think you have the best lemonade in the Upper Keys? Join our July 4th Lemonade Stand Contest and compete for the title of Lemonade Champion! 🏆
Open to students Kindergarten–12th Grade. Bring your creativity, your best lemonade recipe, and your entrepreneurial spirit for a fun-filled Independence Day celebration!
📅 July 4, 2026
📍 Key Largo Community Park
📧 Register by June 26: Events@KeyLargoChamber.org
See flyers for contest rules, registration details, and waiver information.
🏃♂️🏃♀️ SUMMER CROSS COUNTRY TRAINING PROGRAM ☀️
Get a jump start on the upcoming Cross Country and Track & Field seasons!
Join us for Summer Training from July 6 – August 15. This program is open to all students who want to improve their fitness, build endurance, develop athletic skills, and prepare for competition.
✅ Improve your speed and endurance
✅ Build strength and confidence
✅ Learn proper training techniques
✅ Meet and train with future teammates
✅ Stay active and healthy this summer
Whether you're a returning athlete or interested in joining the team for the first time, everyone is welcome!
📅 Dates: July 6 – August 15
📧 Contact: Coach Wilson at sheldon.wilson@keysschools.com
Don't wait until the season starts—put in the work this summer and be ready to succeed!
Get a jump start on the upcoming Cross Country and Track & Field seasons!
Join us for Summer Training from July 6 – August 15. This program is open to all students who want to improve their fitness, build endurance, develop athletic skills, and prepare for competition.
✅ Improve your speed and endurance
✅ Build strength and confidence
✅ Learn proper training techniques
✅ Meet and train with future teammates
✅ Stay active and healthy this summer
Whether you're a returning athlete or interested in joining the team for the first time, everyone is welcome!
📅 Dates: July 6 – August 15
📧 Contact: Coach Wilson at sheldon.wilson@keysschools.com
Don't wait until the season starts—put in the work this summer and be ready to succeed!
