School News
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Calendar of School Events
Stay connected by reviewing the year at a glance view of events at Blackburn Elementary.
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School Uniforms for the 24-25 School Year
The uniform shirt will cost $8 through Manatee Apparel and be available in school colors. Students can wear any bottoms as long as they adhere to the school district's dress code policy. Uniforms can be purchased on site or online at Manatee Apparel. Orders take up to 15 days to process.
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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Have you thought about becoming a teacher?
Learn more about Alternative Pathways to Teaching. Join us for an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 6pm-7:30pm at Wakeland Support Center, 1812 27th Street E, Bradenton, FL 34208.
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Operations Job Fair is Thursday, March 27 from 9am-12pm.
We're hiring Bus Drivers, Bus Aides, Custodians, Food Service Workers, Maintenance, HVAC Technicians, and Electricians. We offer a competitive salary with great hours and benefits.Interviews are on-site at Wakeland Support Center, 1812 27th Street E, Bradenton, FL 34208.
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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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Cambridge AICE Program
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7 Home Languages
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K-5 Arts & Music Program
Upcoming Events
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Today
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Tomorrow
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Tuesday
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Alternative Pathways to Teaching
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March 27, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Operations Job Fair
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April 18, 2025
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May 26, 2025
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May 27, 2025
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May 28, 2025
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May 29, 2025
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May 30, 2025
District Hot Topics & Compliance
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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.
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Notifications of Parental Rights in Education
Florida Statutes, Title XLIX, Chapter 1014, 1014.05 School district notifications on parental rights.
Welcome to Blackburn Elementary
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Our Mission
Our mission is to grow our children into resourceful, independent thinkers. We will engage all students in rigorous learning and involve families in the learning process so that our children contribute to our community as responsible, global citizens.
Our Vision
Growing toward excellence at lightning speed!