These students were recognized in today's board meeting for earning a score of 4.8 or higher on the WIDA ACCESS Assessment and successfully fulfilling all requirements to exit the English Learner Program.
Front Row - EL Students
Edalys Cintron Vega, Jose Cintron Vega, Evelin Rivera-Fernandez, Pedro Torres, Alejandro Tellez, David Sanchez-Ramirez, Kimberly Rivera, Jose Perez Hilario, Michael Lian
Second Row - EL Teachers
Reba Hill, Ana Colburn, Vickie Johnson, Charlotte Howell
Third Row - MCBE Board Members and Superintendent
Mr. Mark Dearen, Dr. Alex Smith, Mr. Tim Bryant, Mr. Daryl Weatherly, Ms. Joyce Fowler, and Dr. Patrick Sutton




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Parent involvement in education is crucial. No matter their income or background, students with involved parents are more likely to have higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school.

- Job Opportunity: School Nurse at the Marion County Career Academy -
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Hello Families,
Wondering where to make school payments?
Look no further! Our school uses LINQ Connect®— a simple, secure way to manage all your school-related payments in one place.
With LINQ Connect, you can easily take care of payments for: • School meals! If you haven’t already, getting started is quick and easy:
Just download the LINQ Connect app from your app store and click “Register” to create your account.
Why Families Love LINQ Connect:
• Pay anytime, anywhere: Use your phone, tablet, or computer—no more checks or cash.
• Simple to Use: View payment history, set up automatic payments, and manage everything in one spot.
• Safe and Secure: Your personal and payment information is protected with top-level security. • Real-Time Alerts: Stay updated on your student’s meal balance.
Need help? Contact LINQ Connect Support: 📧 support@linqconnect.com 📞 844-467-4700 💬 Try our live chat at linqconnect.com for quicker help!



Wishing all of our students, staff, faculty, and administrators a wonderful 2026-2027 school year!



