The Monroe County School District has been named an Academically High-Performing School District by the Florida State Board of Education, a prestigious distinction awarded to just...

We are so very proud of our Fabulous 5th Grade Teacher, Alicia Shook, for being voted our very own Teacher of the Year for Poinciana Elementary! Your dedication to the students SH...

Not only was Mr. Paul Gilbert nominated as Teacher of the Month for September, he was voted Inclusion Teacher of the Year for Poinciana Elementary! Your journey as a Pelican stand...

Superintendent Tierney and Chairman Dick were proud to recognize Lisa Gardi as a true GEM at a recent Board meeting. Gardi’s dedication, expertise, and leadership create meaningfu...

During National Principals Month, Poinciana wants to celebrate this amazing Principal, who knows how to bring a staff together! We appreciate all you do for us EVERY single day.

The Monroe County School District has released its 2025-2026 Annual Report! We are proud to share the many accomplishments, initiatives, and successes from the past year. A spe...

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, 20...

Monroe County School District was well represented at the recent Lifesaver Ceremony hosted by the Key West Police Department, where several individuals were recognized by Chief Se...

October 26–30, 2026 Small Choices Make a BIG Difference! Join us for Red Ribbon Week as we celebrate making healthy, positive, and drug-free choices! Students are en...

Monroe County School District is Florida’s first Suicide Prevention Certified District with 100% of both public and charter schools being recognized as Suicide Prevention Certifie...

Students are invited to join us for Read to Succeed Saturdays at the Poinciana Media Center on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month from 9:00–11:00 a.m. This is a wonderf...

Our second-grade students had an exciting and meaningful opportunity to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through a fun, interactive presentation! Students learned about the rich...

Start with Hello Week: A Small Hello Can Make a Big Difference! Poinciana Elementary School is excited to celebrate Start with Hello Week , September 21–25! This special week enc...

2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Student Contests Now Open The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students across the state to participate in the 2026 His...

SHOW YOUR PELICAN PRIDE! We’re kicking off the school year with our FIRST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR — Poinciana Spiritwear! Stock up on Pelican gear for school days, field tri...

Superintendent's Reading Award

Your kids are in great hands at Poinciana Elementary thanks to the efforts of our School Safety Teams and partnerships with the Key West Police Department and the Key West Fire ...

As students and staff begin a new school year, Monroe County School District continues its commitment to maintaining safe, secure, and supportive learning environments across al...

MCSD Professional Learning Day in Marathon was bursting with energy today — the kind of energy that reminds you exactly why Monroe County School District is such a special place. ...

Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible dedication of our long-serving Staff members whose years of service have helped shape the heart of Poinciana Elementary. In addition, t...