Our School
About Us
Located just north the historic Liberty City section of Miami-Dade County, Liberty Academy is an award-winning educational program The leadership and staff of Liberty Academy totally reject the notion that children living in historically underserved areas cannot perform at the highest academic levels. Our goal is to provide students with the academic foundation needed to thrive in the most rigorous academic settings and develop positive character traits that will follow them throughout life.
I. MISSION STATEMENT
The mission Liberty Academy is to ensure the educational success of all students through elevated expectations and a commitment to excellence, and to serve our community by developing character, and social-emotional well-being of our students to their fullest potential. We exist to ensure to that no child in our community is left behind.
II. PHILOSOPHY
Liberty Academy's educational philosophy centers on the child. Our approach is based on the concept of learning to learn. The learning process is fostered through respect for the student as a unique individual. We are committed to helping the student develop a positive self-concept and begin to develop the cognitive, social, and emotional skills necessary for success in the school environment.
While academics are the basis for most activities, we provide students with a solid foundation and opportunity for socialization among peers and adults. Our social times encourage group and individual participation for every student.
Exposure to diverse cultures, national museums and landmarks, and other experiences that are outside of the communities of our students is part of Liberty Academy’s strategy of developing well-rounded students. Our students have taken fieldtrips to Washington, DC, Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Kennedy Space Center. We have fieldtrips planned for New York City and Philadelphia.
Our safe, clean, and modern facility is important to the creation of a healthy learning environment. In addition, our warm and nurturing atmosphere encourages and supports every aspect of student development.
Parents are the most significant adults in a child's life. We strive to create mutual respect between parents and teachers - a partnership for the benefit of the child. We encourage communication between parents and staff.
III. CODE OF CONDUCT
An effective discipline program is essential in the teaching and learning process. The staff at Liberty Academy has established an educational environment in which students can comfortably learn at their own level. Each student has the right to learn and play at Liberty Academy without disruption or antagonism from other students. The staff is committed to teaching and reinforcing appropriate student behavior. Courtesy, respect, and problem-solving strategies are practiced by all staff members and students. Students are encouraged to consistently follow school rules of conduct, set a positive example for others, and always be conscious of how their behavior affects others.
Each student has the responsibility for the consequences of his/her behavior. If your child exhibits unacceptable behavior at school, you may be asked to help us redirect your child to an alternate, appropriate set of behaviors.
A. Rights and Responsibilities Students
Students’ rights include, but are not limited to:
Expecting that you will be in a safe and orderly place that is focused on providing equitable educational opportunities.
Being respected, treated courteously, and fairly by other students and school staff.
Expressing your ideas verbally and/or in writing in accordance with Liberty Academy’s policies and procedures.
Dressing in a way that expresses your personality while following Liberty Academy’s dress code.
Having opportunities to participate in school activities.
Learning in an environment free from intimidation, harassment, or discrimination by employees or students on school property or at a school-sponsored event, function, or activity.
B. Student’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Attending school daily, regularly, and on time, performing to the best of your ability, being prepared to learn, and taking advantage of educational opportunities.
Being aware of all expectations regulating behavior and conducting yourself in accordance with these guidelines.
Expressing opinions and ideas, as well as, treating everyone in the school community with respect in accordance with Liberty Academy’s policies and procedures.
Dressing appropriately in accordance with the dress code.
Helping create a school environment that is free from intimidation and harassment.
Reporting and encouraging others to report any incidents of intimidation or harassment.
Upcoming Events
Calendar
August 15
First Day of School: begin first semester
September 4
Labor Day: holiday for students and employees
October 3
Teacher planning day: no students in school
October 18
End first grading period: first semester
October 21
Begin second grading period: first semester
November 5
Professional development day: no students in school
November 11
Observation of Veterans’ Day; holiday for students and employees
November 25-29
Thanksgiving Holiday: school closed for all students
December 20
Teacher planning day; no elementary school students in school
December 23 - January 3
Winter recess: School closed for all students
January 16
End second grading period: first semester
January 17
Teacher planning day; no elementary school students in school
January 20
Observance of MLK; holiday for students and employees
January 21
Beginning of Third grading period; second semester
February 17
All Presidents Day; holiday for students and employees
MArch 21
End of Third grading period; second semester
March 24 – 28
Spring recess; Preschool and Breaks/Holiday students may attend
March 31
Teacher planning day; no elementary school students in school
April 1
Beginning of Fourth grading period; second Semester
April 18
Teacher planning day; no elementary school students in school
May 26
Observance of Memorial Day; holiday for students and employees
June 5
Last Day of School; end of Fourth grading period; second semester