Meet Julia Pennington-Gilchrist, the North Region Teacher of the Year finalist whose impact extends far beyond the classroom. For 31 years, she has led with care and purpose, strengthening school communities and helping students thrive.
At @FSWSkyway, her students consistently achieve at the highest levels, and through her leadership of Scholarship Sundays, she has helped students earn more than $100,000 in scholarships.
The Teacher of the Year winner will be announced on Wednesday, January 28. Show your support in the comments and cheer on our finalists 👇
#MDCPSTOY
Huge congratulations to Mr. Alfred Torossian of @miamibeachSHS, our North Region Principal of the Year! His leadership is driving excellence and momentum across the Hi-Tide campus. @MDCPS#YourBestChoiceMDCPS 🎉👏
🏫 Discover Your Future: North Region Choice Expo!🚀
Calling all Students and Families! Are you looking for the perfect middle or high school? Your journey to finding the ideal educational fit starts NOW! Join us at the North Region Choice Expo; see why MDCPS is YOUR BEST CHOICE!
Congratulations to Andover Middle’s Student of the Month Miss Abigail Roy. She truly embodies what it means to be a student athlete, shining equally bright in the classroom and on the field. We are so proud of you. Academic 🧠 + Athletic 💪 = Unstoppable. #MDCPSYourBestChoice
🎉 Congratulations to Maleya Jones! 🎉
We are proud to celebrate Maleya as District 1 Student of the Month! Her work ethic, leadership qualities, and dedication to education truly set her apart. 🌟
A huge thank you to Dr. Gallon.👏
Keep shining, Maleya—you inspire us all! 💪📚
✨ Thank You! ✨A huge shoutout to everyone who came out and supported Andover during McTeacher’s Night! 🍔Your presence made the evening so special, and we’re grateful for the love❤️.Special thanks to McDonald’s for partnering with us and helping make this event a success!
Congratulations to Principal Dr. Mejia and the @OJUSSTARS family for earning a $50,000 school makeover from the Extra Yard for Teachers Makeover Project & teacher Natalie Kartz, who received a wonderful surprise in celebration of her dedication and impact. @MDCPS
🏫 Andover Middle School Presents: The i-Ready Challenge! 🎉
📚 Complete your required i-Ready minutes and passed lessons for a chance to attend our Trunk or Treat Celebration! 🎃
🎈 Hosted by PTSA
📅 When: Oct. 30th
📍 Where: Andover Middle School
📅✨ Stay Informed. Stay Engaged. Stay Ready!
Andover students are soaring to excellence every day!
Check out this week’s calendar to stay on top of all the exciting events and important dates.
Let’s make it a great week, Eagles! 🦅💛
✨ Oh What a Night!
Last night, our 5,000 Role Models showed up and showed out at the North Region Tie-Tying Ceremony — the largest one yet!
Over 100 fathers joined us in this powerful moment of mentorship and unity.Thank you, Senator Frederica Wilson, for your unwavering vision
Yesterday, Kismet Freeman had the incredible opportunity to engage and collaborate with Dr. Gallon and fellow District 1 secondary school representatives.
She walked away with a deep sense of pride and purpose
Thank you,for creating space for meaningful dialogue and empowerment.
🌟 Congratulations, Miss Gloria Vincent! 🌟
Andover Middle School’s Student of the Month for October! 🎉
New to this country, Gloria has shown incredible determination, perseverance, and hard work — earning all Level 3’s on last year’s FAST test! 📚💪
#YourBestChoiceMDCPS
🏆 History Made! 🏆
In just their second-ever game, our Golden Eagles soared to victory with a nail-biting 2-1 win over Sunny Isles! ⚽️🔥
This marks our first win in program history — and what a way to do it!
The energy, the teamwork, the heart… it was all there. 💪💛
Congrats!
🎉 October is Principal’s Month and we’re taking a moment to shout out our incredible leader, Mr. Espinosa!
Thank you for being a supportive, caring, and dedicated principal who leads with heart and purpose. We appreciate all you do for our students, staff, and school community!
🎉 Huge thanks to Dr. Gallon for recognizing Andover Middle and all the schools that moved up a grade during this week's Town Hall🙌
We deeply appreciate the hard work and dedication of our administration, teachers, staff—and most importantly, our students.
We are ANDOVER. 🦅
📣 Attention Students, Parents & Stakeholders!
We’re excited to announce that Magnet Program Applications for the 2026–2027 school year officially open TOMORROW — October 1st! 🎉
✅ Apply early
✅ Explore your options
✅ Secure your spot
🔗 Visit our website for details 🦅
🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
This month, we wear pink to honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, and remember those we've lost. 💖
Let’s stand together in support, raise awareness, and continue the fight 💪
#BreastCancerAwareness#InOctoberWeWearPink
📣 You're Invited!
Join us for the District 1 Education Town Hall Meeting hosted by School Board Member Dr. Steve Gallon III.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 30th
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Miami Carol City Senior High