⚽ PLAY SOCCER THIS FALL! 🍂
Registration is open for the Florida Keys Soccer Club Islanders Recreational League – Fall 2026! Players of all skill levels are welcome, with a focus on having fun, building skills, making friends, and growing through the game. ⚽🌴
📣 PLAYER EVALUATIONS
📅 Saturday, August 15
📍 Founders Park, Islamorada
Evaluation Times:
⚽ Grades 1–2: 9:00–9:30 AM
⚽ Grades 3–4: 9:45–10:15 AM
⚽ Grades 5–6: 10:30–11:00 AM
⚽ Grades 7–8: 11:15–11:45 AM
🌟 Little Kickers (ages 3–4 & Kindergarten and under) do NOT need evaluations — just register!
📅 Season: Sept. 11 – Oct. 24
💵 Registration: $100
⏰ Register by August 14
Every player plays. Every skill level is welcome. 🙌
👉 Register today: floridakeyssoccer.com
And we’re looking for volunteer coaches! No experience is necessary — training and support are provided.
Tag a soccer family and help spread the word! ⚽💙
Registration is open for the Florida Keys Soccer Club Islanders Recreational League – Fall 2026! Players of all skill levels are welcome, with a focus on having fun, building skills, making friends, and growing through the game. ⚽🌴
📣 PLAYER EVALUATIONS
📅 Saturday, August 15
📍 Founders Park, Islamorada
Evaluation Times:
⚽ Grades 1–2: 9:00–9:30 AM
⚽ Grades 3–4: 9:45–10:15 AM
⚽ Grades 5–6: 10:30–11:00 AM
⚽ Grades 7–8: 11:15–11:45 AM
🌟 Little Kickers (ages 3–4 & Kindergarten and under) do NOT need evaluations — just register!
📅 Season: Sept. 11 – Oct. 24
💵 Registration: $100
⏰ Register by August 14
Every player plays. Every skill level is welcome. 🙌
👉 Register today: floridakeyssoccer.com
And we’re looking for volunteer coaches! No experience is necessary — training and support are provided.
Tag a soccer family and help spread the word! ⚽💙
🚌 BUS INFORMATION FOR THE 2026–2027 SCHOOL YEAR! 🚌
The first day is almost here, and we are SO excited to welcome everyone back tomorrow! 🎉📚
As we prepare for the new school year, some of our bus routes have been reassigned. To help alleviate confusion and make our routes easier to identify, our buses have new names this year!
And what makes the new names even more special? Our students submitted potential bus names, and YOU all voted for your favorites! 💛 We are absolutely in love with the names that were voted in and are so excited to officially put them to use this school year!
Please see below for our 2026–2027 bus information, including the new bus names and route details. We encourage all families who use bus transportation to review the information carefully before tomorrow morning.
Thank you to our students for the creative name ideas and to everyone who took the time to vote! 🚌✨
We can’t wait to see our students tomorrow and kick off an amazing 2026–2027 school year! 🍎📚
The first day is almost here, and we are SO excited to welcome everyone back tomorrow! 🎉📚
As we prepare for the new school year, some of our bus routes have been reassigned. To help alleviate confusion and make our routes easier to identify, our buses have new names this year!
And what makes the new names even more special? Our students submitted potential bus names, and YOU all voted for your favorites! 💛 We are absolutely in love with the names that were voted in and are so excited to officially put them to use this school year!
Please see below for our 2026–2027 bus information, including the new bus names and route details. We encourage all families who use bus transportation to review the information carefully before tomorrow morning.
Thank you to our students for the creative name ideas and to everyone who took the time to vote! 🚌✨
We can’t wait to see our students tomorrow and kick off an amazing 2026–2027 school year! 🍎📚
Back to School, Your Voice Matters! Take our Title 1 Parent Survey!
Parents/Padres/Paran — The new school year is here, and we want to hear from our families! As students and families settle into a new school year, Monroe County School District and Title I are continuing to plan for student success and meaningful family engagement.
Your feedback helps guide school improvement efforts and strengthen family engagement across our schools.
Take a few minutes to share your input in our School Improvement & Parent Engagement Survey:
Click here or scan the QR Code on the flyer.
School Safety Starts with All of Us! 🏫💙
Parents and guardians, we invite you to take a few minutes to learn about the important tools and resources available to help keep our schools safe.
Our School Safety Parent Training covers:
✅ School Text Tips
✅ FortifyFL
✅ The importance of reporting concerns responsibly
✅ The consequences of false reporting
🎥 Watch the training video by clicking the link on the flyer or scan the QR code to get started.
Every tip matters, and every member of our school community plays a role in creating a safe learning environment for our students.
Remember: Making false threats or submitting false reports is a criminal offense and may result in serious legal consequences.
💙 School Safety is Everyone's Responsibility. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our schools safe!
Parents and guardians, we invite you to take a few minutes to learn about the important tools and resources available to help keep our schools safe.
Our School Safety Parent Training covers:
✅ School Text Tips
✅ FortifyFL
✅ The importance of reporting concerns responsibly
✅ The consequences of false reporting
🎥 Watch the training video by clicking the link on the flyer or scan the QR code to get started.
Every tip matters, and every member of our school community plays a role in creating a safe learning environment for our students.
Remember: Making false threats or submitting false reports is a criminal offense and may result in serious legal consequences.
💙 School Safety is Everyone's Responsibility. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our schools safe!
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.
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
Superintendent Edward Tierney welcomes students and their families for the Upcoming 2026-27 School Year.
Click this link to read the entire letter!
⏰ 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! 💙💛
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.
☀️🌴 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! 💙💛
🏃♂️🏃♀️ 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!
🥕🍎 FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION – SATURDAY, JUNE 27! 🍌🥬
Need groceries for your household? Feeding South Florida will be hosting a FREE Food Distribution in Tavernier!
📅 Date: Saturday, June 27
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Burton Memorial United Methodist Church
🏠 Address: 93001 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070
Food will be distributed first come, first served while supplies last, so please arrive early.
To help speed up the process, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:
🔗 tinyurl.com/FSFMobilePantry
For additional food assistance locations and resources:
🔗 feedingsouthflorida.org/gethelp
Please share this post with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit. Together, we can help ensure everyone has access to nutritious food. ❤️
Need groceries for your household? Feeding South Florida will be hosting a FREE Food Distribution in Tavernier!
📅 Date: Saturday, June 27
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Burton Memorial United Methodist Church
🏠 Address: 93001 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070
Food will be distributed first come, first served while supplies last, so please arrive early.
To help speed up the process, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:
🔗 tinyurl.com/FSFMobilePantry
For additional food assistance locations and resources:
🔗 feedingsouthflorida.org/gethelp
Please share this post with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit. Together, we can help ensure everyone has access to nutritious food. ❤️
