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Rye Ranch Elementary School District Updates

Original title: News | Rye Ranch Elementary

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The Frame

What this does

Residents and parents in the district must register students for bus transportation for the 2026-2027 school year and can access free summer meal programs for children 18 and under.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Parents and Guardians

They must register children for bus transportation and are encouraged to use the Focus App and FortifyFL training.

Students

They are eligible for free summer meals and free breakfast during the school year.

Job Seekers

They are invited to attend upcoming job fairs for various school district positions.

What changed

No recent stage movement in the current record.

What's next

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Key Facts

  • The Operations Job Fair is scheduled for July 16, 2026, for roles including bus drivers, mechanics, and food service staff.
  • The Teacher & Paraprofessional Virtual Job Fair is scheduled for July 14, 2026, from 9am-11am.
  • Students must register and be assigned to a school bus to ride for the 2026-2027 school year.
  • The USDA Summer Feeding Program provides free meals to children 18 years or younger during the summer.
  • The School Board of Manatee County officially named the new high school 'Rangeland High School'.
  • Breakfast is provided free of charge to all students for the current school year.
  • Parents are required to have access to training on the use of the FortifyFL safety reporting app.
  • The MySDMC Focus App is available for parents and students to monitor grades and attendance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get free meals for my child during the summer?
The district participates in the USDA Summer Feeding Program, which provides free meals to children 18 years or younger.
Do I need to register my child for the school bus?
Yes, all students must register and be assigned to a bus to ride for the 2026-2027 school year to manage capacity and safety.
How can I track my student's grades and attendance?
You can download the MySDMC Focus App to receive real-time notifications regarding grades, attendance, and assignments.

Summary

This page provides a collection of recent announcements from the School District of Manatee County, including job fair dates, summer meal programs, school bus registration requirements, and new school naming information.

Why It Matters

Residents and parents in the district must register students for bus transportation for the 2026-2027 school year and can access free summer meal programs for children 18 and under.

News Coverage

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Discoveries

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temporal pattern90% confidence

Mid-Summer Hiring Cycle

The district is conducting multiple job fairs in mid-July to prepare for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.

Connected Entities

locationRangeland High SchoolThe name officially chosen for the district's newest high school.Map →
otherMySDMC Focus AppA mobile application for tracking student grades and attendance.Map →
otherFortifyFLA safety reporting tool for which training is provided to parents.Map →
organizationSchool District of Manatee CountyThe governing body managing the schools and programs listed.Map →

Sources

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www.manateeschools.net

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