Please join us for the School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting of the school year in the SSE Cafe on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 beginning at 8:45am.
Immediately following the SAC meeting will be the PTO meeting in the SSE Cafe.
If you are unable to make the meeting, please use the link below to join virtually!
School Advisory Council (SAC)
Tuesday, September 15 , 2026
8:45am – SSE Cafe
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Virtual Option
Meeting ID: 289 240 670 468 996
Passcode: A34pL3t6
Passcode: ir2iy6vv
https://tinyurl.com/yd2etuwh
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All families are invited to join the meeting either in person or virtually to get school updates and discuss current school events.
The book fair is still running!📚✨
📚 Book Fair Hours:
September 11: 8:00-3:15
September 14: 8:00-3:15
September 15: The fair will close at 12:00 PM, so be sure to get those last-minute books!
📚 Book Fair Hours:
September 11: 8:00-3:15
September 14: 8:00-3:15
September 15: The fair will close at 12:00 PM, so be sure to get those last-minute books!
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
Save the Date! Title I Open House Nights
We are excited to invite our families to attend our upcoming Title I Open House Nights! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your child's school experience, meet teachers, and see what students will be learning this year.
Grades K-2 Title 1 Open House
Wednesday, September 23
5:00 PM – Title I Presentation in the Cafeteria
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM – Classroom Visits
During these events, families will have the opportunity to meet teachers, learn about grade-level expectations, explore classrooms, and discover ways to support student success at home.
Important Reminders:
Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the event.
Additional parking is available at the Library and Community Park.
We encourage all families to attend and partner with us in making this school year a successful one!
We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating another great year of learning together!
Please mark your calendars and join us for these special evenings!
We are excited to invite our families to attend our upcoming Title I Open House Nights! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your child's school experience, meet teachers, and see what students will be learning this year.
Grades K-2 Title 1 Open House
Wednesday, September 23
5:00 PM – Title I Presentation in the Cafeteria
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM – Classroom Visits
During these events, families will have the opportunity to meet teachers, learn about grade-level expectations, explore classrooms, and discover ways to support student success at home.
Important Reminders:
Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the event.
Additional parking is available at the Library and Community Park.
We encourage all families to attend and partner with us in making this school year a successful one!
We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating another great year of learning together!
Please mark your calendars and join us for these special evenings!
Title I & ELL Open House Nights
We are excited to invite our families to attend our upcoming Title I Open House Nights! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your child's school experience, meet teachers, and see what students will be learning this year.
Grades 3-5 Title 1 & ELL Open House
Wednesday, September 16
5:00 PM – Title I Presentation in the Cafeteria
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM – Classroom Visits
We are excited to invite our families to attend our upcoming Title I Open House Nights! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your child's school experience, meet teachers, and see what students will be learning this year.
Grades 3-5 Title 1 & ELL Open House
Wednesday, September 16
5:00 PM – Title I Presentation in the Cafeteria
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM – Classroom Visits
F.A.S.T. Star Testing Next Week (K-2nd Grade)
F.A.S.T. Star Progress Monitoring (PM1) for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students begins next week, starting Tuesday, September 8th.
Attendance is Key: Please make every effort to ensure your child is present and on time every day. Consistent attendance during testing windows ensures students can test alongside their classmates in their regular routine.
Rest & Nutrition: Help your child do their best by making sure they get a good night’s sleep and enjoy a healthy breakfast each morning.
Stay Encouraged: Reassure your student to simply take their time and do their best!
Thank you for your support and partnership in helping our young learners succeed!
F.A.S.T. Star Progress Monitoring (PM1) for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students begins next week, starting Tuesday, September 8th.
Attendance is Key: Please make every effort to ensure your child is present and on time every day. Consistent attendance during testing windows ensures students can test alongside their classmates in their regular routine.
Rest & Nutrition: Help your child do their best by making sure they get a good night’s sleep and enjoy a healthy breakfast each morning.
Stay Encouraged: Reassure your student to simply take their time and do their best!
Thank you for your support and partnership in helping our young learners succeed!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming!
Get ready to discover new stories, exciting adventures, favorite characters, and a whole world of possibilities! Our Scholastic Book Fair will be open September 8th–11th, and we can’t wait for our Dolphins to shop!
Book Fair Hours:
September 8–11: 8:15 AM–3:00 PM
September 10: Parents are invited to shop from 1:45–3:00 PM. Please sign in at the front office before heading to the library.
September 11: The fair will close at 12:00 PM, so be sure to get those last-minute books!
Every book is a chance to discover something new. We can’t wait to see what our Dolphins choose!
Get ready to discover new stories, exciting adventures, favorite characters, and a whole world of possibilities! Our Scholastic Book Fair will be open September 8th–11th, and we can’t wait for our Dolphins to shop!
Book Fair Hours:
September 8–11: 8:15 AM–3:00 PM
September 10: Parents are invited to shop from 1:45–3:00 PM. Please sign in at the front office before heading to the library.
September 11: The fair will close at 12:00 PM, so be sure to get those last-minute books!
Every book is a chance to discover something new. We can’t wait to see what our Dolphins choose!
We are proud to announce that we have earned Gold Model School recognition from FL PBIS!
This incredible achievement reflects our school community’s commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
This incredible achievement reflects our school community’s commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
Calling all Florida students! 🎨✍️
The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite K-12 students to participate in the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month Art & Essay Contests, themed “Celebrating Florida’s Hispanic Heritage.”
🏆 Prizes include scholarships, school supply gift cards, and educator recognition awards.
📅 Deadline: September 21, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET
Learn more and submit entries at: www.FloridaHispanicHeritage.com
Let's celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic Floridians!
Superintendent's Reading Award📗📕
The purpose of the Superintendent’s Reading Award is to encourage and commend students for reading independently, outside the school day.📖🏚
Superintendent Tierney will present a reading certificate to students who complete the criteria outlined of 8-12 books read per quarter filled in on their reading log. 📚
In addition, students will have their name entered in a raffle for an E-Reader. 🌟
Ceremonies will be scheduled for April 28th.
The purpose of the Superintendent’s Reading Award is to encourage and commend students for reading independently, outside the school day.📖🏚
Superintendent Tierney will present a reading certificate to students who complete the criteria outlined of 8-12 books read per quarter filled in on their reading log. 📚
In addition, students will have their name entered in a raffle for an E-Reader. 🌟
Ceremonies will be scheduled for April 28th.
Don't forget - No School on Monday, September 7th!
Please join us for the first School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting of the school year in the Media Center on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 beginning at 8:45am in the SSE Conference Room. Following the SAC meeting will be the PTO meeting.
If you are unable to make the meeting, please use the link below to join virtually!
School Advisory Council (SAC)
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
8:45am – SSE Conference Room
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Virtual Option
Meeting ID: 289 240 670 468 996
Passcode: A34pL3t6
Passcode: ir2iy6vv
https://tinyurl.com/yd2etuwh
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Following the SAC meeting is a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) meeting, in the SSE Conference Room. All families are invited to join the meeting either in person or virtually to get school updates and discuss current school events.
If you are unable to make the meeting, please use the link below to join virtually!
School Advisory Council (SAC)
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
8:45am – SSE Conference Room
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Virtual Option
Meeting ID: 289 240 670 468 996
Passcode: A34pL3t6
Passcode: ir2iy6vv
https://tinyurl.com/yd2etuwh
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Following the SAC meeting is a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) meeting, in the SSE Conference Room. All families are invited to join the meeting either in person or virtually to get school updates and discuss current school events.
Stanley Switlik Elementary 2026-2027 School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting Dates! 🏫
We’re excited to invite our SSE families to join us for our School Advisory Council meetings throughout the school year!
📅 All meetings will be held on Tuesdays each month
⏰ 8:45 AM
📍 SSE Conference Room
SAC is a great opportunity to learn more about our school, hear what’s happening at SSE, share your ideas, and learn more about how you can get involved in making our school the best it can be for our students! 🌟
We would love to see you there! Your voice and involvement matter! 💙
📌 Mark your calendars and join us!
We’re excited to invite our SSE families to join us for our School Advisory Council meetings throughout the school year!
📅 All meetings will be held on Tuesdays each month
⏰ 8:45 AM
📍 SSE Conference Room
SAC is a great opportunity to learn more about our school, hear what’s happening at SSE, share your ideas, and learn more about how you can get involved in making our school the best it can be for our students! 🌟
We would love to see you there! Your voice and involvement matter! 💙
📌 Mark your calendars and join us!
F.A.S.T. Progress Monitoring (PM1) is right around the corner!
Our 3rd–5th grade Dolphins will soon be showing what they know in ELA and Math! Please take a look at the testing calendar for important dates and help your child come to school on time, well-rested, and ready to do their best!
Testing dates for Kindergarten–2nd grade will be posted soon, so stay tuned!
Our 3rd–5th grade Dolphins will soon be showing what they know in ELA and Math! Please take a look at the testing calendar for important dates and help your child come to school on time, well-rested, and ready to do their best!
Testing dates for Kindergarten–2nd grade will be posted soon, so stay tuned!
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.
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.
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.
