Precious Symonette

2017 Miami-Dade County Teacher of the Year 2017 Florida TOY (Finalist) 2026 NEA Superhero Educator TEDxMiami Speaker 2024 Fulbright Scholar

[Help A Teacher @HelpATeacher]

So true.

[Precious Symonette @psymonette]

Be encouraged...

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

The teacher working environment is the student learning environment.

[Miami-Dade Schools @MDCPS]

Read Across America Day highlights the role reading plays in every part of a student’s learning journey. Today’s celebration gives students space to explore books in ways that spark curiosity and build confidence.

[Precious Symonette @psymonette]

Let us always remember...

[Miami Jackson Senior High @MJSeniorHigh]

A huge congratulations to our very own Dr. Andre Jackson, who was named a finalist for MDCPS Assistant Principal of the Year! We are very proud of you! 💚💛 #YourBestChoiceMDCPS @SuptDotres @MDCPSCentral @MDCPS

[South Region Office @MDCPSSouth]

Join us in celebrating @SWMiami_SHS's Principal, Mr. Bulnes, our @MDCPSSouth Principal of the Year Finalist! Thank you for all that you do for the students, faculty, and staff at Southwest. @MDCPS @SuptDotres #YOURBESTCHOICEMDCPS

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

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

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

Meet Pedro Perez, @MDCPS’ 2027 Rookie Teacher of the Year finalist from @MlecTech, representing Postsecondary CTE/Division of Educational Opportunities! A master technician turned master educator, he’s building skills, confidence, and real-world readiness every day. Bridging industry and classroom with purpose. #MDCPSTOY

[South Region Office @MDCPSSouth]

@MDCPSSouth congratulates @JMCMiddleSchool's Ms. Garrote for being the South Region Assistant Principal of the Year Finalist. Thank you for your amazing contributions to your students and staff alike. @SuptDotres @MDCPS #YOURBESTCHOICEMDCPS

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

Celebrating Katherine Ocejo, @MDCPS’ 2027 Rookie Teacher of the Year finalist representing the North Region from @ergk8! A proud M‑DCPS grad who fills her classroom with joy, creativity, and heart. From robotics to community events, she lifts everyone around her. A true bright light for our students. #MDCPSTOY

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

Meet Chef Gary Spitnale, Teacher of the Year finalist for Postsecondary Career and Technical Education/Division of Educational Opportunities, a culinary arts instructor at @MlecTech who has spent more than 55 years turning passion into profession.

A mentor at heart, he brings real-world, five-star industry experience into the classroom while preparing students for success beyond graduation. Under his leadership, more than 90% of students earn industry-recognized certifications, and many shine in high-level competitions where their professionalism and technical skills stand out.

The Teacher of the Year winner will be announced Wednesday, January 28. Show your support in the comments and cheer on our finalists 👇

#MDCPSTOY

[Miami Carol City Sr @CarolCitySr1]

Smoke Signal⚡🔋🏁
We’ve done it again—making history as the only K-12 school in the NATION with an Electric Vehicle Automotive Technology Magnet Program! 🧡🖤🤍
Chief Nation is proud to be joining forces with FPL as we prepare for the Electrathon Competition on January 31st! 🚗⚡ Florida Power & Light is generously donating an Electrathon build kit to our Carol City Senior High School EV program—giving our students a next-level hands-on learning experience.
Our student teams will be designing, building, and competing in fully electric go-karts—and let me be clear… this competition isn’t about speed… it’s about ENDURANCE 💪🏾🔥
🏁 Winners are determined by the most laps completed or the farthest distance traveled in one hour on a single battery charge!
This partnership isc brings real-world engineering, electrical technology, sustainability, and future career pathways straight to our students—and Chief Nation stays leading the way.
Because at the TeePee… we don’t follow trends—WE SET THEM. ⚡@MDCPSNorth @insideFPL

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

Congratulations to Alfred Torossian of @miamibeachSHS, our North Region finalist for Principal of the Year! His leadership and dedication to the Hi-Tide community continue to make @MDCPS #YourBestChoiceMDCPS. Let’s celebrate this incredible achievement!

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

Celebrating a successful Extra Yard for Teachers Summit! Huge thanks to the SLAM Foundation and CFP Foundation for their continued dedication to honoring our world-class educators. When we empower our teachers, we elevate our entire community. #YourBestChoiceMDCPS