In alignment with the educational priorities of the State of Florida, Section 1004.92, Florida Statutes, and the August 18, 2026, call to action issued by the Florida Department of Education, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) and its seven technical colleges, D.A. Dorsey Technical College, The English Center, George T. Baker Aviation Technical College, Lindsey Hopkins Technical College, Miami Lakes Education Center and Technical College, Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College, and South Dade Technical College affirm their commitment to accountability, transparency, academic excellence, workforce preparation, and responsible stewardship of public resources. M-DCPS and its technical colleges are dedicated to preparing students for successful careers and meeting the workforce needs of Florida.
Transparent, Merit-Based Admissions and Equal Opportunity: M-DCPS postsecondary institutions maintain transparent and merit-based admissions, practices consistent with applicable federal and state laws and M-DCPS policies. Program requirements, prerequisites, tuition and fees, enrollment procedures, and program expectations are clearly communicated through official institutional channels. Admissions decisions are based on established requirements and made without unlawful preferences or discriminatory practices, ensuring equitable access for eligible students.
Free Inquiry, Viewpoint Diversity, and Campus Safety: M-DCPS postsecondary institutions maintain safe, focused, and respectful learning environments that support free inquiry, civil discourse, and consideration of diverse viewpoints. Consistent with district policies and applicable law, the institutions enforce viewpoint-neutral standards addressing harassment, intimidation, disruption, and interference with educational operations while protecting the ability of students and staff to engage in teaching and learning without unlawful interference.
Intellectual Pluralism, Curriculum Excellence, and Professional Qualifications: M-DCPS postsecondary institutions maintain curricula grounded in technical mastery, critical thinking, professional standards, and industry relevance. Programs align with Florida Department of Education and industry-recognized competencies. Faculty and staff are selected based on professional qualifications, licensure, subject-matter expertise, instructional effectiveness, and relevant industry experience. Employment decisions are based on merit and professional competence, without unlawful discrimination or ideological preference.
Affordability, Cost Discipline, Pricing Transparency, and Workforce Outcomes: M-DCPS postsecondary institutions provide affordable, high-value educational opportunities while maintaining rigorous standards and responsible stewardship of public resources. Tuition, fees, and program-related costs are clearly communicated through official institutional channels. The institutions remain committed to cost-effective program delivery while maintaining high educational standards. Student success is measured through program completion, licensure/certification attainment, and job placement. The institutions continuously evaluate student outcomes and labor market needs to ensure programs remain relevant and aligned with Florida’s workforce demands. As institutions accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), M-DCPS postsecondary institutions maintain nationally recognized standards for educational quality, student achievement, institutional effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
Academic Rigor, Integrity, and Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence: M-DCPS postsecondary institutions uphold rigorous academic and technical standards that promote genuine learning, competency development, and professional readiness. The institutions reject grade inflation and use assessments that accurately measure student achievement and skill mastery through objective, performance-based, laboratory, clinical, practicum, certification, and other competency-based measures appropriate to each program. As artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies transform education and the workplace, the institutions will integrate relevant technologies to enhance learning while preserving academic honesty, authentic assessment, and the integrity of student work. Students are expected to demonstrate mastery of required competencies and use technology responsibly and ethically.
Serving American Students and Meeting Florida’s Workforce Needs: The core mission of M-DCPS postsecondary institutions is to prepare students for meaningful employment and lifelong career success while supporting the workforce needs of Miami-Dade County, South Florida, and the State of Florida. Through collaboration with business and industry partners, program advisory committees, workforce development organizations, and community stakeholders, the institutions continuously review labor market information and employer feedback to ensure programs remain aligned with workforce needs. Programs in aviation, construction, healthcare, technology, transportation, and other high-demand fields provide students with industry-recognized credentials, technical expertise, employability skills, and pathways to economic self-sufficiency, strengthening Florida’s workforce pipeline and the communities we serve.
M-DCPS and its technical colleges reaffirm their commitment to educational excellence, accountability, transparency, academic integrity, and workforce preparation. Guided by their mission, supported by COE accreditation and informed by the needs of students, employers, taxpayers, and the State of Florida, the institutions remain committed to rigorous instruction, measurable outcomes, responsible stewardship of public resources, and the preparation of a highly skilled workforce that contributes to Florida’s economic prosperity.