Dear Students, Parents, and Community Members,
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at Homestead Middle School! It is with great pride and excitement that I welcome you to another year filled with opportunity, growth, and excellence.
I am proud to share that Homestead Middle School has once again earned a school grade of B, a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, teachers, staff, families, and community. While we celebrate this accomplishment, we are even more excited about another historic milestone. For the first time in Homestead Middle School history, all four core content areas—Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies—have at least 50% of our students performing at or above grade level. This remarkable achievement demonstrates the collective effort of our entire school community and our unwavering commitment to ensuring every student succeeds.
As we continue our journey toward even greater success, our theme for the 2026–2027 school year is Gators: “A” Standard for Excellence. This theme reflects our belief that excellence is not simply a goal but the standard we set for ourselves each day. We are committed to fostering a culture where high expectations, continuous growth, and academic achievement guide everything we do.
This year, we are also introducing our schoolwide expectations to BeMIC. We encourage every member of our Gator family—students and staff alike—to Be Mindful, Invested, and Courageous each day. Being mindful means making thoughtful choices and showing respect for ourselves and others. Being invested means taking ownership of our learning, our responsibilities, and our school community. Being courageous means embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, and persevering through obstacles with confidence and resilience. Together, these values will help us create a positive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Our exceptional teachers and staff remain dedicated to providing engaging instruction, meaningful learning experiences, and the support every student needs to reach their fullest potential. We know that success is achieved through strong partnerships, and we thank our families and community members for your continued encouragement and involvement. Together, we will inspire our students to reach new heights academically, socially, and emotionally.
Thank you for being an important part of the Homestead Middle School family. I look forward to an incredible year as we work together to uphold “A” Standard for Excellence and empower every Gator to BeMIC—Mindful, Invested, and Courageous.
Here’s to an outstanding 2026–2027 school year!
Warm regards,
Principal
Homestead Middle School
