Local school districts only ‘encouraging’ mask wearing since DeSantis law took effect

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Masking in schools will now be encouraged, not required, which is truly disappointing to some parents like Robyn McCarthy. “I feel like it’s a really childish political move because we have innocent children that can’t defend themselves,” McCarthy said. It’s a decision both Miami-Dade and Broward schools made following several bills that Florida…

School Board Vice Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III Recognizes Inaugural District 1 Student Advisory Council At November School Board Meeting

At the School Board meeting of November 17, 2021, School Board Vice-Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III recognized the inaugural District 1 Student Advisory Council. Miami-Dade County Public Schools is committed to engaging and empowering its students and supporting their academic development and full potential as future leaders. Through great leadership, we are tasked with creating…

School Board Vice Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III Hosts Monthly Student Recognition Ceremony At North Dade Middle School

  School Board Vice-Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III held his monthly Student Recognition Ceremony at North Dade Middle School on the evening of November 16, 2021. Students, parents, and administrators attended the celebration designed to recognize the success of students in District 1. Students were honored for academic achievement, attendance, generosity, improvement in iReady, and…

School Board Member Dr. Steve Gallon III Re-elected Vice Chair Of The Miami-Dade County School Board

PRESS RELEASE FROM THE OFFICE OF DR. STEVE GALLON III November 16, 2021 At the Miami-Dade County School Board Organization meeting held on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, School Board Member Dr. Steve Gallon III was re-elected Vice-Chair of the School Board. Dr. Gallon, who represents District 1, was first elected to the School Board in…