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No Backpacks Last 3 Days of School
As we begin the process of ending this school year, please be aware that there will be NO BACKPACKS ALLOWED AT MANATEE DISTRICT SCHOOLS the last three days of school – Tuesday, May 27; Wednesday, May 28; and Thursday, May 29. Middle and High School students who need to bring supplies to school for testing can bring those supplies in a clear bag. Also, please remember that the last three days of school are all early release days. Release times the last 3 days of school will be 1: 50 PM.
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School Uniform Updates 2025-2026
It's time to start preparing for the new school year, and we have exciting news! We are refreshing our uniform look by adding new styles for uniform tops for the 25-26 school year!
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L.R. Johnson K-8 Athletics Summer Sports Camp 2025
The L.R. Johnson K-8 Athletics Department is hosting a Summer Sports Camp! Come join us during the summer break to continue to learn, play, and compete at your favorite sports!
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Lunch Reservations
Reserve a table today to have lunch with your child! Please remember to bring a photo ID with you to the front office. Family members must be on the child's pick-up list. Please call the front office if you have any questions.
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Testing Dates 2025
Testing dates for L.R. Johnson K-8 for FAST PM 3 are now posted here and on social media!
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25-26 Before/After School Care Enrollment is open now!
The Extended Day Enrichment Program (EDEP) supports working parents by providing an affordable, safe and nurturing extended day enrichment program designed to enhance their children’s lives educationally, socially, culturally, emotionally and physically. Find out more information here!
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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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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.
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School Board Seeks Civic-Minded Citizens to Join Audit Committee
The committee reviews the scope, plan and reports of the internal and external auditors, and reviews the collection and proper use of the funds raised through the one-half cent sales surtax for school capital outlay expenditures.
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Notifications of Parental Rights in Education
Florida Statutes, Title XLIX, Chapter 1014, 1014.05 School district notifications on parental rights.
