Mary Blanco

@MDCPS Board Member District 7, High School Counselor, School Psychologist & Educator

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It was a pleasure to support District 7’s
@RMSH_Pirates at the Future Chef’s Culinary Showdown Competition. Congratulations to the winners from @MLECJaguars! Thanks to the Department of Food and Nutrition & Department of Career and Technical Education for hosting this competition

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Congratulations to Calusa Elementary School on being ranked #62 among Florida’s Top 100 Elementary Schools in the U.S. News & World Report rankings! And congratulations to Principal Suzette Hernandez whose leadership has been instrumental in making this possible! @CalusaElem

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District 7 came together for an evening of student recognition and community at our first Town Hall of the year at Miami Southridge Senior High! I was honored to host Superintendent Rafael Villalobos for a Q&A, during which he shared his vision for the future of our schools.

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Happy Fathers in Education Day! What better way to celebrate than with Dads and Donuts at South Miami Heights Elementary! I’m so proud to see fathers and father figures getting involved and being part of our schools. @SMHeightsElem

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I was proud to attend today’s installation ceremony honoring Superintendent Villalobos as he officially begins his tenure leading M-DCPS. I look forward to working alongside him and supporting his leadership as we move forward together into this exciting chapter for our district.

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Proud to stand with the Kendale Elementary community at the Proposed Attendance Boundary Recommendations Community Meeting. As your elected representative, I will always listen, advocate, and fight for the communities I serve.

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Welcome back, M-DCPS! 🎒📚 Today marks the beginning of a new school year filled with new opportunities and exciting possibilities. Wishing all of our students, teachers, administrators, and staff a safe, successful, and inspiring year!

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Congratulations to Mr. Raphael Villalobos on being selected as our next Superintendent of Schools! I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside him during his time as South Region Superintendent, where I witnessed firsthand his unwavering commitment to M-DCPS. 👏

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Congratulations to our incredible District 7 schools on earning STEAM School Designations! I am proud to celebrate this achievement and our schools’ commitment to providing high-quality and innovative learning experiences.

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What a spectacular time at our District 7 Bookbag Drive at South Dade Senior High School! 💙🎒 We were thrilled to give away 500 bookbags filled with school supplies to help students kick off the new school year!

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An incredible day at our District 7 Bookbag Drive at @miamikilliansr!
It was wonderful to see students with new bookbags filled with school supplies and free haircuts to help them start the school year ready for success. Thank you to @SenatorAMR, @OmarBlancoFL, and all sponsors!

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It was a privilege to celebrate leadership across District 7 at our Principal Appreciation Breakfast. Thank you to @RobJGonzalezFL for partnering with me to recognize these outstanding educators, and thank you to @SergiosCuban for hosting this wonderful breakfast.

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I was honored to join Commissioner Roberto Gonzalez at the Faith & Family Festival in recognition of the National Day of Prayer. Thank you Commissioner Gonzalez for bringing our community together in faith, reflection, and unity. @RobJGonzalezFL

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The District 7 End-of-Year Town Hall Celebration at Miami Killian Senior High was a wonderful evening with the students, families, and educators of District 7! From district updates to inspiring student performances, the evening reflected the spirit of our M-DCPS community!

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Thank you, Florida State Representative Kevin Chambliss for hosting a Farm Share Food Distribution at Miami Southridge Senior High School! I am so grateful for our wonderful community partners and for the opportunity to support and uplift the families of District 7.

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You’re invited to the District 7 End-of-Year Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 28th, at 6 PM at Miami Killian Senior High! Come hear important district updates, celebrate outstanding student achievements, and enjoy performances from our talented students! @miamikilliansr

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Celebrating excellence at the 2026 Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year Awards! It’s inspiring to celebrate the leaders who go above and beyond for our students, teachers, staff, and community every day. 🍎📚

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Today, I had the pleasure of visiting all three Jack D. Gordon Elementary campuses: the Main Campus, Manatee Primary Learning Center, and Panther Primary Learning Center. Each of Jack D. Gordon’s campuses are a great place to learn, grow, and thrive in a welcoming environment!

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The Killian SportsPLEX is officially recruiting its next generation of leaders! Open Seat Magnet Applications are live NOW. Killian SportsPLEX blends academics with real-world industry exposure, giving students the tools to thrive in careers that extend far beyond the field. 🏆⭐️

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The Village of Casa Familia Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrated an extraordinary contribution to inclusive and supportive housing. This is more than just independent housing, it is a community dedicated to providing its residents with happy and fulfilling lives. @CasaFamiliaInc