School News
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School Uniform Updates 2025-2026
It's time to start preparing for the new school year, and we have exciting news! We are refreshing our uniform look by adding new styles for uniform tops for the 25-26 school year!
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Kindergarten Round-Up for 2025-2026
Kindergarten Round-Up for the 2025-2026 school year will be held on May 27th from 3:00-4:30 PM. This event is for incoming students who will be in KG starting in the 25-26 school year.
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L.R. Johnson K-8 Athletics Summer Sports Camp 2025
The L.R. Johnson K-8 Athletics Department is hosting a Summer Sports Camp! Come join us during the summer break to continue to learn, play, and compete at your favorite sports!
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Lunch Reservations
Reserve a table today to have lunch with your child! Please remember to bring a photo ID with you to the front office. Family members must be on the child's pick-up list. Please call the front office if you have any questions.
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Testing Dates 2025
Testing dates for L.R. Johnson K-8 for FAST PM 3 are now posted here and on social media!
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25-26 Before/After School Care Enrollment is open now!
The Extended Day Enrichment Program (EDEP) supports working parents by providing an affordable, safe and nurturing extended day enrichment program designed to enhance their children’s lives educationally, socially, culturally, emotionally and physically. Find out more information here!
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Discover L.R. Johnson K-8!
Come discover Johnson and see all of the amazing opportunities our students have at Johnson K-8!
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100% School Choice
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A School Grade for 2023-2024
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835 Students
District Top Stories
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Teacher & Paraprofessional Virtual Job Fair is Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 9am-11am.
We're hiring Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Teacher Aides and Teacher Assistants. We offer a competitive salary with great hours and benefits.This event takes place virtually, so please register early for your preferred time slot.
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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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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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Get Focus at your fingertips! Download the MySDMC Focus App.
The MySDMC Focus App provides parents, students and staff an easy and convenient way to get real-time notifications of grades, attendance and upcoming assignments.
Upcoming Events
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Tomorrow
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Thursday
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM PTO Meeting
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6:00 PM - 6:30 PM SAC Meeting
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May 27, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony
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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM KG Round Up
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May 28, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
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May 29, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
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May 30, 2025
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June 5, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Teacher & Paraprofessional Virtual Job Fair
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 Johnson K-8
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Mission Statement
To inspire students to achieve academic excellence, embrace global diversity, and become lifelong learners.Vision Statement
To be a premier International Baccalaureate Programme.
About Us
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Louise R. Johnson K-8 School of International Studies was authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization in July of 2009 to become an International Baccalaureate World School. As the only 100% choice school in Manatee County, we have a diverse population with an overall enrollment of 1000 students. Through its inquiry-led, transdisciplinary framework, the Primary Years Programme (K-5) challenges students to think for themselves and take responsibility for their learning as they explore local and global issues and opportunities in real-life contexts. The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is designed for students in grades 6-8. It provides a framework of learning, which encourages students to become creative, critical and reflective thinkers. The MYP emphasizes intellectual challenge, encouraging students to make connections between their studies in traditional subjects and the real world. We offer the structure, academic environment, and caring atmosphere to enable students to be successful. Each student is treated with respect and encouraged to reach his or her highest potential. With the assistance of our PTO, School Advisory Council, and numerous other parent volunteers, we will help our students to soar worldwide.