Monday, July 13, 2020
Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho and Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez to Work Together with Health Experts on Safe School Reopening
Concerned about the spike in COVID-19 positivity rates and an uptick in younger hospital patients the past two weeks, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho and Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez are consulting with public health experts to review and discuss health guidelines and current local conditions, as well as the circumstances necessary to ensure a safe return to school.
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Deadline Extended! Parents Now Have Until July 15 to Declare Intent for Fall Semester Enrollment
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is allowing five additional days for parents to select their preferred option for their children’s fall semester enrollment. The new deadline to submit the declaration of intent is now July 15. The questionnaire was made available to parents online, through the Dadeschools mobile app and in schools beginning Monday, July 6.
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M-DCPS Parents Have a Choice in Their Children’s Instruction for the 2020-2021 School Year
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) strives to safely return students to the physical schoolhouse for the 2020-2021 school year, but recognizes that doing so will not be possible while Miami-Dade County remains in Phase 1 of The Plan for Florida’s Recovery.
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M-DCPS Releases 2020-2021 Reopening of Schools Plan
The Miami-Dade School Board approved a tentative plan for the proposed reopening of schools for the 2020-2021 academic year.
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School Board Approves GOB Project Contracts for New Elementary; Renovations at Two Schools
Construction will begin shortly on a new elementary school, as well as on renovations of Georgia Jones-Ayers Middle and Nathan B. Young Elementary schools after the Miami-Dade School Board approved construction contracts for three General Obligation Bond (GOB) projects, valued at $32.3 million, during its regular monthly meeting.
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M-DCPS Reaches Agreement with Teachers Union
Today, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) reached a tentative agreement with the United Teachers of Dade (UTD), which highlights the District’s appreciation for its educators.
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Summer Learning at M-DCPS
The students, parents, and employees of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) have earned a well-deserved break over the summer months, especially following the challenging and unprecedented fourth quarter. Student report cards and final grades will be available on the student portal by June 19, 2020.
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M-DCPS Announces Summer Food Distribution Plans, Generous Donation from Miami Dolphins
Since school closures on March 13 due to COVID-19, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) and the Miami Dolphins have stepped up to address food insecurity in the community, a reality that has been exacerbated by the pandemic. Today, the organizations announced an expansion of their strong partnership through food distribution over the summer months and beyond.
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Principal of the Year Rafael Villalobos Honored with Free Truck Lease
The Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) Principal of the Year Rafael Villalobos is driving home in a brand new 2020 Toyota Tacoma in honor of his outstanding service and dedication.
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Reminder: Virtual Graduations for Class of 2020 begin June 8
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is continuing with efforts to ensure all members of the graduating Class of 2020 are recognized with the pomp and circumstance they deserve.
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Year in Review at M-DCPS: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Due to the global outbreak of COVID-19, the 2019-2020 school year brought with it the unprecedented long-term closure of schools that lead to the swift transition to distance learning.
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Five M-DCPS Bright Young Scientists Named Finalists at Virtual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair 2020
Five Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) students were among seven finalists of the virtual International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) held last week by the nonprofit organization Society for Science & the Public and the biotechnology company, Regeneron.
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M-DCPS, Miami Dolphins Celebrate Values Matter Miami 2020 Awards Winners
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), in collaboration with the Miami Dolphins, proudly celebrated the recipients of the fourth annual Values Matter Miami 2020 Awards with a two-day virtual recognition that announced winners on Twitter on May 21 and May 22, 2020.
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M-DCPS Extends Reopening of Schools Survey Deadline to May 27
As part of its commitment to gather parent feedback on the important topic of reopening schools, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is extending the deadline of its parent survey by five additional days.
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School Board Approves Contracts for Two GOB Projects Valued at $15.7 Million, Small Business Enterprise and Minority Women Business Enterprise Goals Exceeded
The Miami-Dade School Board approved the commissioning of two architectural firms related to two General Obligation Bond (GOB) projects valued at approximately $15.7 million, at yesterday’s regular monthly meeting.
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Seats Are Still Available! Magnet Off-Cycle Application Period Now Open
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is opening its Magnet Off-Cycle Application period on Wednesday, May 20.
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