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NewsCommunity Newspapers (Miami)August 14, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office outlines school safety initiatives for 2026-27 school year

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) is prioritizing school safety through specialized response teams, the Guardian Program, and traffic enforcement measures for the 2026-27 school year. The agency is also continuing community engagement efforts, including mentorship programs and summer camps, to build relationships with students.

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Why It Matters

Residents are affected by the deployment of crossing guards, school zone speed enforcement, and campus security protocols that impact daily student transit and school environment safety.

Key Facts

  • The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) identified school safety as the top priority based on its first countywide community survey.
  • MDSO utilizes Priority Response Teams to prepare for and respond to critical incidents at schools.
  • The Guardian Program trains designated school personnel and security staff to protect campuses.
  • The MDSO Training Center acts as a regional hub for Guardian Program training.
  • MDSO provides crossing guards for student transit at busy intersections.
  • MDSO operates a school zone speed enforcement program.
  • MDSO conducts youth mentorship programs, camps, and community events throughout the year and summer.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFlorida Legislature“Established the Guardian Program.”otherGuardian Program“A public school safety initiative that trains designated school personnel.”organizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“The primary law enforcement agency responsible for school safety initiatives.”locationMDSO Training Center“Serves as a regional training hub for the Guardian Program.”