Join the Sugarloaf School PTO for their FINS UP 5K Run/Walk and 1 M Kids Fun Run!
When: Sat March 28, 2026
Where: Upper Sugarloaf Key, FL 33042 US Directions
Visit this website for more information and to sign up for the Run/Walk!
The Zooperstars are coming to Rex Weech Field on April 4th, bringing the most hilarious entertainment in baseball to Key West.
Between-inning antics, fan interaction, and nonstop laughs all night long. You won’t want to miss this show.
Rex Weech Field
April 4th
Come early. Bring the family. Let’s pack the Rex.
Wall of Honor at SLS
Bring in a printed photo of a family member in uniform by Friday, March 27th. Click and view the image for more details.
Law Day Poster and Essay Contest
Each year on May 1, the United States observes Law Day to celebrate our legal system and the fundamental freedoms we enjoy as Americans. In recognition of this occasion, the 16th Judicial Circuit and the Monroe County Bar Association invite students from Monroe County, Florida—including those in public, private, and home schools—to participate in this year’s Law Day Contest.
We encourage you to share the attached contest information with your educators and students. It is important for our community’s youth to understand our legal system and reflect on how the rule of law ensures that all Americans can pursue their dreams. This year’s theme, “The Rule of Law and the American Dream,” highlights the principle that no person is above the law and that equal justice protects the freedoms we cherish.
Click the links below to find the rules and registration forms for the two Law Day contests:
• A classroom poster/banner contest for students in kindergarten through 5th grade
• An essay contest for students in grades 6 through 12
The guidelines and forms will also be available at Law Day 2026 – Court Administration 16th Circuit of Florida. Banner paper will be provided upon request, or students may use their own paper as long as it meets the requirements. Posters/banners must be no larger than 4 feet long by 2 feet wide and no smaller than 2 feet by 3 feet (poster board size), and they must hang vertically.
The entry deadline for all contests is Friday, April 3, 2026. Winners will be announced on April 17, 2026, and will receive their prizes shortly thereafter, courtesy of the Monroe County Bar Association.
America turns 250 and Florida students can help tell the story! K-12 students are invited to submit original art or essays celebrating Florida’s contributions to our nation’s history.
For contest rules and submission guidelines, visit: america250floridacontest.com
Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida Invite Students and Educators to Participate in the 2026 Black History Month Contests. Six winners will be awarded a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans. All K-12 #FloridaStudents are encouraged to participate.
Read the full announcement by clicking this link.
There will be a School Board Meeting at Marathon High School January 27th at 5 p.m. Visit our Public Notices page for more details.
Celebrate Birthdays
The Sugarloaf Shark Baseball Team is having a meeting today after dismissal. Students will have the opportunity to ride the elementary buses home if needed.
The team will be discussing the upcoming baseball season including uniforms. We need to have all uniform orders in by 01/12/26 to ensure they are here before the first game.
The baseball team also has a fan/team gear store that will be open the entire season and that can be viewed at:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/V5SbvrcZrQ
All gear is shipped directly to your home.
Thank you,
Sharks Baseball
We had to cancel the girls basketball game today against Marathon as we did not have enough players committed to playing today.
KLS had to cancel the girls basketball game for Wednesday because they have a number of girls out and wouldn't have enough.
Ocean Studies had previously canceled both basketball games scheduled for Thursday.
The boys basketball game for today against Marathon was moved to an earlier start time of 5:00.
The boys basketball game for Wednesday against KLS was moved to an earlier start time of 4:30.
There are no changes to the soccer schedule at this time.
Students will be receiving handouts with their Read-A-Thon sign up instructions today!
Watch a short video to see how to signup your reader:
https://youtu.be/12tmuXH8zCg
This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/WNRwTE/1?utm=email
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers! Happy Reading Sharks!
Please take a moment to take this Exceptional Student Education Parent Survey from the Florida Department of Education! Click on the image and scan the QR Code to participate, or click this link!
Please purchase single game passes or save some money with a season pass.
Soccer tickets also on sale.
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. "
