School News
District Top Stories
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Public Meetings for 2026-2027 Residential Attendance Zones
These meetings explained the rezoning process, outlined the criteria for establishing Residential Attendance Zones, and provided an opportunity for public input. The content presented at all meetings was the same.
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FortifyFL Training for Parents/Guardians
Each school district must make training available for parents and guardians on the use of FortifyFL and explain the potential consequences for anyone making a threat or false report.
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New East County School is Named “Lake Manatee K-8”
Learn more about the new school, including construction updates, opening plans, and how we are getting ready to learn.
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Get Focus at your fingertips! Download the MySDMC Focus App.
The MySDMC Focus App provides parents, students and staff an easy and convenient way to get real-time notifications of grades, attendance and upcoming assignments.
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Do you want to serve on the Citizens Financial Oversight Committee?
The Citizens Financial Oversight Committee ensures proper fiscal stewardship of the voter approved 1-mill ad valorem tax, as provided by Florida Statutes. Members cannot be employees of the district or have a conflict of interest with the committee’s work or charter.
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A School Grade for 2021-2022
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K-5 Arts & Music Program
Upcoming Events
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April 26, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Teacher & Paraprofessional Job Fair
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May 2, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Banana Leaf Restaurant
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May 5, 2025
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May 6, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM SAC Meeting
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6:15 PM - 7:15 PM PTO Meeting
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May 7, 2025
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May 8, 2025
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May 9, 2025
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May 10, 2025
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May 12, 2025
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May 21, 2025
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May 23, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM KG Celebration
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May 25, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Dance Recital
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May 26, 2025
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May 27, 2025
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May 28, 2025
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May 29, 2025
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM 5th Grade "Moving On" Ceremony @ BRHS
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May 30, 2025
District Hot Topics & Compliance
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Proposed Academic Calendar for 2026-2027
During their workshop on April 8, 2025, the School Board discussed the proposed Academic Calendar options for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Guidelines for “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day”
Parents must notify the school in advance for their child to receive an excused absence. Due to student testing, SDMC employees cannot participate.
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Security Screening at Schools Video
Beginning on August 12, 2024, students and visitors at all high school and random middle school campuses will be screened using a high-tech security scanner system.
Welcome to Tara Elementary
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Our Mission
Our mission is to develop each child's potential by providing a nurturing and stimulating environment.