M-DCPS Starts 2020 -21
School Year Virtually On Monday
Stage 1: August 31st - September 30th, My School Online will be activated for all students.
Stage ll: Both MSO MSO and 5-day Schoolhouse Model will be activated concurrently. Students will be able to participate in the instructional model that was selected by their families in the parent survey.
Stage lll: All students will return to the Schoolhouse Model and MSO becomes a choice option for those families who prefer their children remain in that model for the remainder of the school year.
Uniforms: During Stage 1and ll on MSO, uniforms are encouraged. The uniform policy will be enforced and face coverings will be required in the Schoolhouse Model during Stage ll.
School Supplies: Students will need typical school supplies such as paper and pencils to write things down, take notes, solve math problems, as well as any other supplies that their teachers might indicate are necessary for the class. They will also need a computer with a camera, a microphone and internet access. Parents should check their child's school website or contact the school for supply lists.
Meals: Parents are encouraged to apply for free and reduced-price lunch at www.nutrition.dadeschools.net. Meals will be available in Stage 1 and Stage ll. Distribution sites and specific times for pick-up will be shared as soon as that information becomes available. Breakfast is free for all students.
Family Engagement: Get to know your child's teachers at the beginning of the school year. Request a virtual meeting with them to share important information about your child and to ask how to best support their learning at home.
