Poinciana Elementary

To our amazing elementary school principals Melissa Alsobrooks (GAE), Linda Schafer (SSE) and Tara Whitehead (POI)- thank you for nurturing young minds, leading wit...

Monroe County Special Olympics athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the 2025 South Region Fall Classic, at Nova Southeastern University on Oct. 5, 2025, bringing home ...

Huge congratulations to all the students who ran for student council officer positions! Your courage, leadership, and dedication to making a difference are truly inspiring. And a...

This week, our Curriculum Team joined forces with Poinciana Elementary’s incredible administration team to spotlight the bright moments happening in classrooms across campus. From...

At PKS, our schoolwide theme this year is: THINK Before You Speak This year-long focus kicks off with Unity Month, reminding us all of the power of kindness, respect, and empat...

Congratulations to our Staff and Teacher of the Month for August, Ms. Robin Fraga and Ms. Heidi McConnell!

Superintendent Ed Tierney and Deputy Superintendent Amber Acevedo recently attended the Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) conference, joining educatio...

After months of collaborative negotiations, the United Teachers of Monroe (UTM) and the Monroe County School District (MCSD) have reached a tentative agreement on the teachers' a...

The City of Key West’s City Attorney Kendal Harden has issued a memo clarifying a recent court decision regarding the open carrying of firearms. On September 10 th , the First Dis...

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez and State Representative Jim Mooney for championing a $3.5 million investment in MCSD! This incredible funding will help rest...

The Monroe County School District proudly celebrates its continued partnership with John Padgett and the Golden Fleece Foundation (GFF), whose investment in student success has dr...

Key West Police SRO Kenny Beerbower showed off his newly wrapped law enforcement vehicle at Poinciana School. He thanked Rick Haskins of Colocada Vacation Rentals for his sponsor...

September 17th is Constitution Day and students across Monroe County School District are diving into the foundation of our democracy through engaging lessons and activities that e...

Keys AHEC and the Monroe County School District are excited to announce a new dental clinic at the Horace O'Bryant School! Keys AHEC provides access to primary medical care and...

Each day, our schools will take part in activities that teach the three simple steps of the Sandy Hook Promise program to build connection and inclusion: See Someone Alone – not...

These outstanding students were recognized for their achievements, receiving a Great Educational MMoment (GEM) award at Tuesday's School Board Meeting.

In the photo: MCSD Executive Director Patrick Lefere, Cassandra White and Director of Transportation Jason Thomason. Monroe County School District is proud to announce its desi...

After 30 incredible years with the Monroe County School District, Director of Maintenance Jeff Barrow is hanging up his hard hat and stepping into a well-earned retirement. As the...

Theresa Axford Ends Tenure as Superintendent with Major Wins for Monroe County School District Moody's Ratings has upgraded its long-term credit ratings for the Monroe County Sch...

Welcome back to school from the Principal of Poinciana School, Tara Whitehead. Click here to see her "Welcome Back" video.