
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.

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!


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.

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!

Citizens who wish to address the Board on any agenda item prior to action must register to speak during the Citizen Input segment of the meeting. To register, please call (305) 293-1400 ext. 53392 by 2:00 P.M. on the day of the meeting. Upon arrival, speakers are required to complete the Speaker's Form.
Individuals requesting accommodations under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) should call (305) 293-1400 ext. 53392 with their request at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting and complete a speaker's card specifying the required accommodation.
The meeting will be broadcasted live at: https://monroe-k12.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1
If a person decides to appeal against any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting, they may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made.
Edward Tierney, Superintendent
July 23, 2026

Why wait until August?
Get ahead of the back-to-school rush by downloading the Monroe County Schools app now.
You'll be ready for:
District announcements
School events
Important updates
Real-time notifications
Download today and stay one step ahead.

The 2026–2027 school year is just around the corner, and we can't wait to welcome our Dolphins back!
August 11: Meet the Teacher (1:30–3:00 PM)
Come meet your child's teacher, visit classrooms, complete your Meal Benefits application, sign up for the Focus Parent Portal, and pick up your bus pass or Parent Pick-Up placard in the café.
August 12: First Day of School!
Please take a moment to review the important information on the flyer, including our late arrival procedure. We look forward to seeing everyone soon and kicking off another amazing school year!

Summer Reminder for Families!
We know summer has just begun and we hope you’re enjoying every minute! But as we all know, summer has a way of flying by, and before you know it, the new school year will be here.
This is a great time to take care of those important dentist and doctor appointments while schedules are more flexible. If appointments need to happen during the school year, be sure to use our school calendar to help plan visits on days off whenever possible.
Thank you for your continued support of our students—especially when it comes to attendance. You did an amazing job this past year making sure your children were present and ready to learn, and we truly appreciate your partnership!


Get ready to glow at our NEON Night Dance Party!
Students in 3rd–5th Grade are invited to join us on May 15th from 5:00–7:00 PM in the Stanley Switlik Cafeteria for an evening full of music, dancing, and glowing fun!
Wear your brightest neon colors and get ready to light up the dance floor with friends. There will be great music, exciting vibes, and lots of memories to make!
Entry Fee: $10
Entry Fee includes 5 tickets for pizza and popcorn
Purchase tickets here : https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/64409?
We can’t wait to see you there for a night full of energy and fun!

Relive the memories, friendships, events, and moments that made this year unforgettable.
Scan the QR code on the image to purchase yours today!
Yearbooks are $40
Get yours before they’re gone!

Students in 3rd–5th Grade are invited to join us on May 15th from 5:00–7:00 PM in the Stanley Switlik Cafeteria for an evening full of music, dancing, and glowing fun!
Wear your brightest neon colors and get ready to light up the dance floor with friends. There will be great music, exciting vibes, and lots of memories to make!
Entry Fee: $10
Entry Fee includes 5 tickets for pizza and popcorn
We can’t wait to see you there for a night full of energy and fun!

Bicycle Rodeo May 9th at KWHS!
Come have fun and learn about bike safety at the same time. Click the image for details of this fun event!

Drowning can happen when you least expect it—but the good news is, it’s preventable. By using simple “layers of protection,” we can help keep our children safe around water.
Always supervise—never leave a child alone near water, even for a moment.
Use barriers like pool fences, locked doors, and alarms.
Teach swim safety and consider swim lessons early.
Learn CPR—seconds matter in an emergency.
Let’s work together to keep our kids safe at home, on vacation, and everywhere in between.
For more tips and resources, visit: WaterSmartFL.com

Dear Families,
This is a friendly reminder that F.A.S.T. testing will take place this week.
Please see the schedule for grade levels testing this week.
Please help your child be successful by ensuring they:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive at school on time
We appreciate your support in helping our students do their very best!

