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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525 Students
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1 Community Partnership School
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MCR School-Based Health Center
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K-5 Arts & Music Program
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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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.
Welcome to Manatee Elementary
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Our Mission
We partner directly with the families and community to focus on consistent attendance, appropriate behavior, academic competencies, whole-child development, engaging enrichment, and comprehensive health.
Our Vision
We strive to achieve improved student learning, stronger families, and a healthier community.