Wednesday, November 4, 2026
M-DCPS Updates Attendance Boundary Committee (ABC) Community Engagement Process and Identifies Targeted and Advised Schools
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is moving forward with its Attendance Boundary Committee (ABC) community engagement process as part of ongoing school planning efforts that have guided attendance boundary and student assignment discussions in Miami-Dade County for more than 45 years. While the ABC process is established, recent School Board actions and policy updates have refined the timeline and communication workflow to provide families with earlier notice, greater transparency, and expanded opportunities to participate before final recommendations are presented to the School Board.
Guided by Board Policy 5120 (Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee) and Policy 2215.01 (K-8 Centers), the ABC process helps ensure student assignment decisions remain aligned with both the best interests of students and the responsible stewardship of District resources. The comprehensive review process considers multiple factors, including educational program viability, facility capacity and utilization, transportation considerations, feeder patterns, demographic and enrollment trends, anticipated community growth, and long-term facility planning needs.
This process is not simply about facilities. It is focused on ensuring students maintain access to robust academic programs, electives, arts, music, athletics, specialized support services, and enriching educational opportunities that support the whole child. By engaging families and communities early, M-DCPS seeks to strengthen educational opportunities, support informed decision-making, and ensure every recommendation remains centered on student success.
Consistent with M-DCPS' commitment to excellence, choice, innovation, and safety, the District continuously evaluates how schools, programs, and facilities can best support student success. As a District that has earned seven consecutive "A" ratings from the State of Florida, M-DCPS remains focused on sustaining high-quality educational experiences, expanding choice options, supporting innovative learning opportunities, and maintaining safe learning environments. M-DCPS remains committed to being the best choice for families.
Understanding the School Classifications
To reflect the revised policy framework, M-DCPS utilizes updated classifications for schools under evaluation:
· Targeted: Six (6) schools have been identified as Targeted, meaning that some form of action or boundary recommendation is anticipated for the 2026–2027 school year.
· Advised: Twenty-eight (28) schools have been identified as Advised, meaning they will be closely monitored and further evaluated before any definitive action is considered.
Neither designation represents a final decision regarding a school's future.
How the Process Works
The ABC process includes three key steps:
1. Review of school, community, and District data.
2. Collection of community feedback through stakeholder engagement and public meetings.
3. Presentation of recommendations to the School Board for consideration and final approval before implementation.
Community Engagement and the Role of Principals
Regional Superintendents will lead each meeting and provide presentations regarding the schools being discussed. Principals from the designated schools, as well as principals from associated or receiving schools, will attend the meetings to answer questions and support their school communities. Schools will distribute parent communications about these meetings, and principals will continue providing updates and opportunities for community participation throughout the process.
Consistent with communications sent to affected school communities, schools designated as Targeted will continue operating in their current configuration while the review process occurs. Likewise, schools designated as Advised will continue normal operations while the District evaluates information and gathers community input before any recommendations are developed.
Understanding the Community Meeting Tables
All community meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and are open to parents, employees, students, community stakeholders, and interested residents.
In the meeting schedules below:
· Schools shown in bold are designated Targeted or Advised schools and serve as the primary focus of the meeting.
· Schools listed without bold formatting are associated or receiving schools that may be affected by proposed attendance boundary recommendations and whose students, families, and employees are also encouraged to participate in the discussion.
· Regional Superintendents will present information and answer questions regarding the process. Principals from both designated schools and associated schools will be present to support their school communities and help facilitate discussion.
NORTH REGION COMMUNITY MEETINGS
All meetings begin at 6:00 p.m.
Date | Meeting Location | Classification | School Under Discussion | Associated Schools | Purpose |
Nov. 5 | Myrtle Grove Elementary School (Cafeteria)
3125 NW 176th Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33056 | Targeted | Myrtle Grove Elementary School | Carol City Elementary School | The meeting will detail the proposed boundary recommendations to the existing boundary. |
Nov. 6 | Brentwood Elementary School (Cafeteria)
3101 NW 191st Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33056 | Advised | Brentwood Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 9 | Golden Glades Elementary School (Cafeteria)
16520 NW 28th Avenue
Miami Gardens, FL 33054 | Targeted | Golden Glades Elementary School | Carol City Elementary School | The meeting will detail the proposed boundary recommendations to the existing boundary. |
Nov. 10 | Carol City Middle School (Auditorium)
3737 NW 188th Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33055 | Targeted | Carol City Middle School | Lake Stevens Middle School Miami Carol City Senior High School | The meeting will detail the proposed boundary recommendations to the existing boundary. |
Nov. 12 | North Dade Middle School (Auditorium) 1840 NW 157 Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33054 | Advised | North Dade Middle School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 13 | North County K-8 Center (Cafeteria)
3250 NW 207th Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33056 | Advised | North County K-8 Center
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| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Nov. 16 | Lake Stevens Elementary School (Cafeteria)
5101 NW 183rd Street, Miami, FL 33055
| Advised | Lake Stevens Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 17 | Treasure Island Elementary School (Cafeteria)
7540 East Treasure Drive
North Bay Village, FL 33141 | Advised | Treasure Island Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 19 | Palm Springs Middle School (Auditorium)
1025 W 56th Street, Hialeah, FL 33012 | Advised | Palm Springs Middle School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 20 | Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School (Auditorium)
7977 West 12th Avenue, Hialeah, FL 33014 | Advised | Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School
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| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
CENTRAL REGION COMMUNITY MEETINGS
All meetings begin at 6:00 p.m.
Date | Meeting Location | Classification | School Under Discussion | Associated Schools | Purpose |
Nov. 5 | Lorah Park Elementary School
5160 NW 31st Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
| Targeted | Lorah Park Elementary School
| Earlington Heights Elementary School South Hialeah Elementary School Lincoln Diaz-Balart Hialeah Elementary School | The meeting will detail the proposed boundary recommendations to the existing boundaries of Lorah Park Elementary, Earlington Heights Elementary, South Hialeah Elementary, and Lincoln Diaz-Balart Hialeah Elementary.
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Nov. 9 | Southside Preparatory Academy
45 SW 13th Street, Miami, FL 33130
| Targeted | Southside Preparatory Academy |
| The meeting will detail the proposed K-12 conversion for Southside Preparatory Academy. |
Nov. 10 | Ruben Dario Middle School
350 NW 97th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
| Advised | Ruben Dario Middle School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 12 | Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center 1895 NW 75th Street, Miami, FL 33147
| Advised | Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center
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| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 16 | Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School
2000 NW 46th Street, Miami, FL 33142 | Advised | Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 17 | Kinloch Park Elementary School
4275 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33126 | Advised | Kinloch Park Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 18 | Orchard Villa Elementary School
5720 NW 13th Avenue, Miami, FL 33142 | Advised | Orchard Villa Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 19 | Ludlam Elementary School
6639 SW 74th Street, Miami, FL 33143 | Advised | Ludlam Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
SOUTH REGION COMMUNITY MEETINGS
All meetings begin at 6:00 p.m.
Date | Meeting Location | Classification | School Under Discussion | Associated Schools | Purpose |
Nov. 5 | Hammocks Middle School
9889 Hammocks Blvd., Miami, FL 33196 | Targeted | Hammocks Middle School
| Felix Varela Senior High School | The meeting will detail the proposed boundary recommendations to the existing boundary. |
Nov. 6 | Gloria Floyd Elementary School (Cafeteria)
12650 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL 33176 | Advised | Gloria Floyd Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 9 | Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elementary School (Cafeteria)
11901 SW 2nd Street, Miami, FL 33184 | Advised | Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elementary School | Paul Bell Middle School | The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 10 | Lamar Louis Curry Middle School (Auditorium) 15750 SW 47th Street, Miami, FL 33185 | Advised | Lamar Louis Curry Middle School
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| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 12 | Greenglade Elementary School
3060 SW 127th Avenue, Miami, FL 33175
| Advised | Greenglade Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 13 | Miami Killian Senior High School (Auditorium) 10655 SW 97th Street, Miami, FL 33176 | Advised | Miami Killian Senior High School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 16 | Kendale Elementary School (Cafeteria)
10693 SW 93rd Street, Miami, FL 33176 | Advised | Kendale Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 17 | Tropical Elementary School (Cafeteria)
4545 SW 104th Avenue, Miami, FL 33165 | Advised | Tropical Elementary School
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| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 18 | Center for International Education (CIE) (Auditorium)
900 NE 23rd Avenue, Homestead, FL 33033
| Advised | Center for International Education (CIE) School
Homestead Senior High School
South Dade Senior High School
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| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
Nov. 19 | South Miami Heights Elementary School (Cafeteria)
12231 SW 190th Terrace Miami, FL 33177 | Advised | South Miami Heights Elementary School |
| The meeting will inform the community members of the school’s proposed Advised status for the 2026-2027 school year. |
For additional information, meeting schedules, and updates, families are encouraged to visit the Attendance Boundary Committee website: abc.dadeschools.net
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