Key Largo School

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. "

Superintendent’s Reading Award!

We’re excited to announce the Superintendent’s Reading Award, designed to celebrate and encourage students who love to read independently outside of school! Students who meet the reading goals will earn a certificate from Superintendent Tierney and be entered into a raffle for an E-Reader!
Reading Goals:

• Grades K–5: Read 8–12 books each quarter

• Grades 6–12: Read 8–12 books throughout the school year

Ceremonies will be held after April 10, 2026 to recognize our amazing readers! Let’s show our love for reading and aim for this special honor!

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.

• KLS Parent Resource Center is here for YOU!
  
  At Key Largo School, we believe parents and guardians are our strongest partners in education. Our Parent Resource Center is designed to support families with valuable information and tools, including:
  

• Resources on Title I, Homelessness, Citizenship, ELL, and community programs

• Grab-and-Go book packs in English and Spanish for every grade level

• Two computers available for parents to check grades, complete school forms, and submit lunch applications
  
  Whether you’re looking for learning resources to use at home or need help navigating school-related activities, the Parent Resource Center is here to make things easier.
  Visit us today at Key Largo School and see how we can help your family succeed!
  For more information, contact:
  Veronika Valdes – veronika.valdes@keysschools.com

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.

If you are a parent at Gerald Adams Elementary, Horace O'Bryant School, Poinciana Elementary, Stanley Switlik Elementary or Key Largo School please take our Title I Beginning of the Year Parent Survey. Click one of the links below or scan the QR Code on one of the images:
English
Spanish
Creole

No Cost Eye Exams and Glasses for Children. The deadline to apply is September 5th!

School Improvement and Family Engagement Survey

New Year, New Plans!

Parents/Padres/Paran - As we kick off a brand-new school year, We want our Title I parents to give us their feedback for the planning process for the coming year. Your feedback is key to shaping stronger schools and better parent engagement.

Take a few minutes to share your input in our School Improvement & Family Engagement Survey.

Or click one of the links below for a flyer with more information:
English - Spanish - Creole

Together, we can make this the best year yet!

Click this link for more information about the Florida Department of Health Swimming Lesson Voucher Program. Keep your kids safe by teaching them how to swim!

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Supporters of our Monroe County Schools, please click or scan to watch an important safety video made just for you as we work together to keep our schools safe!

Learn:

• What to Report

• Ways to Report

• School Text Tips and FortifyFL

• False Reporting

• Communications

Two ways to watch using the flyer below:

• Click this link to see the video

• Click this link for a printable flyer with a QR code

School safety is the responsibility of us all. As we continue working together to keep our schools safe and secure for our students and staff, we are so grateful for your unwavering support. 

Exciting information about nutrition and how you can explore the nutritional benefits offered by the Monroe County School District's Food and Nutrition Services Department.
Click here for all the nutritional information about the food we serve our students!

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Supporters of our Monroe County Schools, as we prepare to welcome our students back to school for an exciting year of learning and growth, please take a moment to watch an important safety video made just for you with some reminders and tools to help us all to continue working together in keeping our schools safe and secure for all of our students and staff. School safety is everyone's responsibility, and we are so grateful for your unwavering support.

Link: School Safety is Everyone's Responsibility

Here is some Back to School health information to get your student ready for the first day!
Click this link for details!

No Cost Eye Exams and Glasses for Children. The deadline to apply is September 5th!