Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira

Principal
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Magnet School - R.I.T.M.O.

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

First full week back as Principal: complete! I’m so grateful to be leading again alongside staff who are dynamic, passionate, and compassionate, and who exhaust every effort for student excellence. You inspire me daily. To our students and families: we're just getting started! 🐬

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

Welcome back, @miamimagnets students! 🎒 Whether you're returning to specialize or joining us to explore new passions, we’re thrilled to be part of your journey. Get ready to innovate, discover, and collaborate. Your bright future begins here! ✨ #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

@AilletteD @FIU @MDCPS Congratulations 🎉 Paws ⬆️

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

That’s a wrap on Season 2 of #MagnetPull! What started as a goal to highlight @miamimagnets has grown into 43 episodes across 2 seasons. Grateful to the schools that shared their stories with us & to Miami Community News for elevating our visibility.#YourBestChoiceMDCPS

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

.@miamikilliansr
takes its athletic passion off the field & into the classroom! Having led the school, seeing its evolution with the SportsPLEX
@miamimagnets
for sports med, media & tech brings me huge Cougar Pride. #MagnetPull
#YourBestChoiceMDCPS
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[Miami Magnet Schools @miamimagnets]

Have you secured your student’s spot for the 26-27 school year yet? Our Open Seats Magnet Application is open, and there are incredible opportunities available across our specialized programs. Log in via the @MDCPS Parent Portal at https://t.co/AHAC1oJCw5. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

At #SpaceHUB at@HMLSrHighSchool and@BTW_SHS, students don’t just study the future of flight and space exploration—they experience it firsthand. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS#MagnetPull https://t.co/cfteEeDmpB

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

Imagine a school where the rhythm of creativity starts the first day a student walks through the doors. At@CitrusGroveK8, the STArts² Magnet Program is redefining what it means to learn by blending science, technology, engineering, & the arts.#MagnetPull https://t.co/S6oqy9DuY9

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

It was such a pleasure to sit down with
@westlandhialeah to see firsthand how they are preparing students for the real world. It was even more special to hear directly from 10th-grader Daniel Rodriguez, who is already
making his mark.#YourBestChoiceMDCPS
https://t.co/bWcMCdfGIU

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

The Open Seats @miamimagnets Application is NOW OPEN! Whether behind a camera or in lab, our learning spaces are built to be launchpads for the future. Explore these opportunities & apply today through the @MDCPS Parent Portal at https://t.co/EGxyX31OtB.   #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

Ever wondered what happens when you turn the Florida coastline into a classroom? In our latest episode of
#MagnetPull, we explore the Cutler Bay Ocean Academy of Science and Technology (COAST) at
@CutlerBayMiddle &
@CutlerBaySenior.
#YourBestChoiceMDCPS https://t.co/36lCpn0Te1

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

.@HubertSibleyK8
is a powerhouse of #STEM & arts-integrated learning. As home to one of
@MDCPS' first STArts programs, the school provides a unique environment where technical skills & artistic expression go hand-in-hand.
#MagnetPull
#YourBestChoiceMDCPS

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[Miami Magnet Schools @miamimagnets]

The 2026–2027 Magnet Open Seats Application is now LIVE! We opened a month early to help families find the right school sooner. Seats are first-come, first-served once waitlists are cleared, & new programs or grade levels may be added daily. Log in to Parent Portal apply today!

[Jose L. Dotres, Ed.D. @SuptDotres]

The wait is over! Magnet application results for the 2026-2027 school year are officially available now. To view and accept your offer: Log in to the @MDCPS Parent Portal at https://t.co/2JiUQCe7CI. Click the Admissions Application tile. We can’t wait to see you thrive in our world-class Magnet programs! #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

[Miami Magnet Schools @miamimagnets]

Llegó el momento! ✨ Dicen que lo que está pa' ti, nadie te lo quita, y hoy es el día de descubrir ese nuevo camino académico. Las decisiones de las Escuelas Magnet ya están disponibles!

[Miami Magnet Schools @miamimagnets]

The moment you’ve been waiting for is officially here! 📢 @miamimagnets application results for the 2026-2027 school year are now available!

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

STEAM education is evolving well beyond the traditional lab &
@FrancesTuckerES &
@K8_Dragons are at the forefront, redefining
#STEAM learning. Discover how they blend dance & digital music production to inspire students.
#MagnetPull
#YourBestChoiceMDCPS
https://t.co/6A3sStBrg7

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

Deeply moved by the Rhythm & Rise #BlackHistoryMonth Showcase at @GWCarverElem. It was a privilege to witness learning coming to life, allowing us to travel through 100 years of Black history through the eyes of our students. #MiamiMagnets #YourBestChoiceMDCPS

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

The future is being built at @HDMcMillan! By bridging the gap between traditional academics & real-world application, McMillan is ensuring students are #MPowered to lead as the next generation of healers & tech giants. #MagnetPull #YourBestChoiceMDCPS https://t.co/mvfckLl6qn

[Dr. Magda R. Castro Pereira @305Magnets]

Join @MDCPS at our North EXPO & Showcase for an unforgettable event exploring the vast educational opportunities available for students. Discover firsthand why MDCPS is the premier choice. REGISTER NOW! #YourBestChoiceMDCPS @SuptDotres @miamimagnets