Pelican Post for the week of November 10, 2026
🎨📝 Calling All Student Artists and Writers!
November is Native American Heritage Month, and Monroe County School District encourages students to participate in Florida's 2026 Native American Heritage Month contests!
This year's theme, “Celebrating Florida's Native American Heritage,” invites students to explore and honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Native Americans throughout Florida.
🌟 Opportunities to Participate:
🎨 Grades K–3: Student Art Contest
✍️ Grades 4–12: Student Essay Contest
🏆 Excellence in Education Award: Nominate an outstanding educator!
📅 Submission Deadline: November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.
We encourage our talented MCSD students to showcase their creativity, share what they've learned, and celebrate Florida's Native American heritage!
🔗 Click here for contest details, guidelines, and submission information.
Parents are invited to join us for Thanksgiving Lunch in the cafeteria during your child’s lunchtime on Monday, November 16th. Please pay prior to November 9th using the QR code or clicking here.
Open enrollment is October 26–November 13, 2026. All MCSD employees must complete the enrollment process, even if making no changes. Don’t miss the deadline!
Celebrating Principal Heidi Roberts during National Principal's Month. Thank you for all that you do!
Poinciana Elementary School is excited to welcome the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD) for a special “Breakfast Bites” Meet & Greet on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 9:30 AM.
Families are invited to join CARD staff for coffee, breakfast, and connection while learning more about CARD services and how CARD can support individuals and families. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet CARD staff, ask questions, and connect with valuable community resources.
🎁 Special Extras: Attendees can enter a raffle for Baby’s Coffee gift cards and receive a chance to win a special “CARD in a Cup” gift!
Registration is required, so reserve your spot today!
Register for the CARD Meet & Greet on Eventbrite
For questions, please contact Sue Lepri at SLepri@nova.edu.
We hope to see you there! ☕💙
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! ✨🌎🌸
From September 15 through October 15, Monroe County School District proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Throughout our schools, we celebrate the diverse backgrounds and experiences that enrich our classrooms and strengthen our community. 💙📚
Join us as we recognize the achievements, stories, and lasting impact of Hispanic and Latino Americans—past, present, and future!
¡Celebremos juntos! | Let’s celebrate together!
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
Join us on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 5:30-5:45 in the Cafeteria for a Title 1 video presentation. Then, visit your child's classroom 5:45-6:30.
Don't forget - No School on Monday, September 7th!
Poinciana Picture Day will be Wednesday, October 7th. Online ordering is now live and can be accessed by clicking this link.
Click this link to read more about the Florida Department of Health Swimming Lesson Voucher program! Teaching your child to swim is an important way to keep your child safe.
We hope to see you on Tuesday for our first SAC/PTO meeting @8:30 in the cafeteria. Mark your calendars for the THIRD Tuesday of every month to participate in our School Advisory Council and Parent Teacher Organization.
Download our Welcome Back Packet today for lots of great information families need to know to start the 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.
Celebrating the many years of dedication and love given to our Pelicans! Thank you Ms. Koleen for being the glue and managing everything thrown your way! Poinciana loves you! Happy Retirement!
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.
Superintendent Edward Tierney welcomes students and their families for the Upcoming 2026-27 School Year.
Click this link to read the entire letter!