Keys GateStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Keys Gate. Core organization is free for students.

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Student guide · Fall Term 1C

The semester, explained for Keys Gate

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 1C
Campus terms
9
Local details
7

Academic calendar

Fall Term 1C runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

8 entries
  1. Fall Term 1A
  2. Fall Term 1CRelevant now
  3. Fall Term 1B
  4. Spring Term 2A
  5. Spring Term 2C
  6. Spring Term 2B
  7. Summer Term 3A
  8. Summer Term 3C

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Campus language

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9 terms

H

HOSA
Future Health Professionals, a club for students interested in healthcare careers.

K

Knight Pride
A common phrase used to denote school spirit and adherence to school values.
Knights
The official mascot and collective term for the student body.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, an organization for high-achieving students.
NJHS
National Junior Honor Society, for middle school students at the K-8 campus.

S

SECME
Science, Engineering, Communication, Mathematics, and Enrichment club focusing on STEM.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student leadership body.

T

The Cafe
The school cafeteria where students eat breakfast and lunch.
The Gate
Common shorthand used by students and staff to refer to Keys Gate Charter School.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

7 details
Early Release
Scheduled days where students are dismissed earlier than the standard 2:30 PM or 3:30 PM times.
PowerSchool
The digital portal used by students and parents to track grades, GPA, and attendance.
Schoology
The learning management system where teachers post assignments, quizzes, and class resources.
Service Hours
Community service hours that are a mandatory requirement for graduation.
The High School
The main campus building located on SE 28th Ave for grades 9-12.
The K-8
The separate campus facility serving elementary and middle school students.
Uniform Policy
The strict dress code requiring specific embroidered polos and approved slacks.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 1C runs Aug 17, 2026 – Dec 7, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 7 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in HOMESTEAD for Keys Gate Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in HOMESTEAD.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

105

Student Population

20,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

50

Public Transit

Miami-Dade Transit Metrobus, South Dade Transitway Bus Rapid Transit, Homestead Trolley

Nearest Airports

Miami International Airport, Homestead General Aviation Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical savanna

Avg Annual Temp

75°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Keys Gate Charter High School Parking

surface_lot • Full during school hours

Primarily for staff and students with permits.

Royal Palm Clubhouse Parking

surface_lot • Available for members

Exclusive to clubhouse members and guests with passes.

Campus News

Latest updates from Keys Gate

Amazon Facility Tour in Homestead Park of Commerce

The City of Homestead hosted a tour of the local Amazon facility located near the Keys Gate area.

Oct 30, 2026

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FIFA Announces Miami as Host City for World Cup 2026

Miami-Dade was selected as one of the U.S. hosts for matches at Hard Rock Stadium, affecting the local South Dade region including Homestead.

Jul 2, 2026

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Keys Gate Charter HS Track & Field Season Preview

State preview of the cross country and track teams for the upcoming 2026 season.

Aug 25, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Keys Gate

Salsa Classes - Homestead

November 3, 2026

Homestead, FL

Weekly salsa dance classes hosted by Salsa Kings in Homestead.

Jazz in the Heights presents America-N-Miami 2026

November 7, 2026

Zoo Miami, Miami, FL

A jazz performance event held in the nearby Miami area.

Florida Charter School Conference + School Choice Summit 2026

November 17, 2026

Location not specified

Annual conference for charter school educators and leaders in Florida.

Paddling in Paradise: Florida Bay (Gladesgiving Event)

November 21, 2026

Flamingo, Everglades National Park

A community paddling event held in the nearby Everglades for the Gladesgiving season.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@keysgate.edu

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