Lens of Love Garden Art Walk

On Wednesday night, under an energetic full moon, our SEED Miami community came together for our first ever Lens

of Love Garden Art Walk —a celebration of art, connection and purpose. Guests were guided through the Israelson Family Foundation Courtyard, where the garden— full of vibrant herbs, tomatoes, yuca, and more —flourishes thanks to the dedication of Andi Potamkin's Garden & Resilience class scholars and Little River Cooperative.

SEED scholars and staff warmly welcomed guests, sharing more about our mission while offering thoughtful bites and drinks inspired by the garden, curated by City Chef Catering. Stunning portraits of our students by Chantal Lawrie captured the heart of the evening, bringing the experience to life.

We came together, we connected, and we left inspired —by the power of community and the bright future ahead. We invite you to stay connected with us!

Saturday February 8th Open House

You're invited to SEED Miami's Open House Saturday February 8th, 2024 from 10AM to 2PM. Meet our staff, explore campus and learn more about our college-prep programming.

Children entering grades 6th through 9th are encouraged to attend!

What to expect:

• Meet SEED Staff

• Tour our beautiful campus

• 1:1 Q&A sessions with our enrollment team

• Application assistance

EVENT CONTACT

Eric L. Lewis
Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
elewis@miami.seedschool.org
o: 855.818.7333 c: 786-239-5931 f: 305-503-7516

SEED Miami Dream Ceremony - Honoring our 6th Grade Scholars

Last night's Dream Ceremony marked a significant milestone for our 6th grade scholars.

The introduction of our 31 new students was heartfelt and inspiring as we officially welcomed them into the SEED family. Each student shared their dreams and aspirations for the future, and we were moved by the unique and ambitious paths they envision for themselves.

As part of the program, each student was presented with their official SEED school pin, symbolically welcoming them into the SEED family. This gesture represents SEED Miami's commitment to supporting and guiding them as they embark on this exciting journey.

Our first guest speaker, Dr. Marvin Dunn, a retired professor and former chair of the Department of Psychology at Florida International University, widely recognized as an expert on race and ethnic issues. Dr. Dunn captivated the audience with his personal insights and stories from his experiences living during the Jim Crow era. He also shared the significant challenges he faced in his pursuit of education and success.

We also had the privilege of hearing from Hayana Velazquez, a SEED alumna from the class of 2024, whose inspiring words left a lasting impact. Hayana reflected on her time at SEED, including her personal dream of becoming a doctor and the steps she's taking to make that dream a reality. Now in her first semester at FAMU, Hayana is majoring in Psychology and has plans to pursue a doctorate program in Forensic Psychology.

The three-string orchestra, led by Dr. Rufus Jones, performed for the first time this year. Just a few months ago, the orchestra had neither instruments nor music books and now look at them go! They wowed the audience with their talents, playing violins, cellos, and a variety of beautifully tuned instruments. We are so proud of their commitment and discipline to master their instruments. 

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Holiday Hallway Middle School Serenade

This week, our orchestra trio, led by Dr. Rufus Jones, brought holiday cheer to the halls with a delightful performance of festive tunes. Their music filled the air, spreading warmth and joy to all who passed by.

Check out their performance, recorded and edited by Bulldog Pack Productions.

Meet an Author / Build a Library Series with the Books & Books Literary Foundation

NBA ALL-STAR AND MIAMI HEAT ASSISTANT COACH CARON BUTLER & ACCLAIMED AUTHOR JUSTIN REYNOLDS VISIT THE SEED SCHOOL OF MIAMI, LAUNCH NEW BOOK AND CONNECT WITH STUDENTS THANKS TO BOOKS & BOOKS

Miami, FL – On September 9, 2024, The SEED School of Miami middle and high school scholars kicked off their school week with a special visit from NBA All-Star and Miami Heat Assistant Coach Caron Butler and acclaimed author Justin Reynolds.  Their visit was part of the Books & Books Literary Foundation’s new program, Meet an Author / Build a Library, which invites authors into schools to bring stories to life.  

During the event, students had the opportunity to hear about the writing process for their new book CLUTCH TIME and received a free autographed copy of the book that could be used to start or grow their own home library.  Students also participated in a Q&A session with the authors where they heard about the inspiration for their work and some of their impactful life experiences.  

“As a college prep school, it’s important for us to be able to connect our scholars with individuals that represent different types of careers and walks of life.  Today’s career inspiration came from two authors whose background and personal stories truly resonated with our scholars. Through this event we hope to inspire future authors among our SEED Miami scholars and spark in them an enhanced love for reading” commented Dr. Leah Skinner, Head of School at The SEED School of Miami.

Miami Heat Back to School Event

The Miami HEAT teamed up with Girls, Inc. and Project UP-START to ring in the school year with a back-to-school shopping spree for 10 students presented by Netspend. Each received a $500 gift card to shop at the Target in Midtown Miami for school necessities such as notebooks, writing utensils, backpacks, clothing, and more. HEAT player, Haywood Highsmith, was also in attendance to assist the students with their shopping experience.

Additionally, Papa Johns provided the families in attendance with pizza for lunch and vouchers for future use.

Girls, Inc. of Greater Miami provides free after-school programs with mentoring, research-based activities, and an environment to help girls graduate high school and pursue careers in STEM. Project UP-START, under Miami-Dade’s Title I Administration, helps identify, enroll, and support students in unstable housing to ensure their academic success.

Source: https://www.nba.com/heat/news/heat-back-to-school-event-2

SEED Miami student's poetry featured near Opa-Locka City Hall

SEED Miami student Chozen has her poetry featured on display in the Opa-Locka Light District on Opa-Locka Boulevard near Caliph Street. Click on the image below to read the article in the Miami Herald.

SEED Miami's First Graduation - The Class of 2021

The conclusion of the 2020-2021 school year marks the beginning of a new chapter for SEED Miami’s founding graduating class. On June 12, 2021, SEED Miami staff, families, donors, and community supporters joined together at the Concours Club in Opa-Locka to celebrate our 19 scholars’ growth and achievements and watch them walk across the stage to receive their diplomas.

Below are just a few photos of our ceremony. Please click here to see more!

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100% of our seniors have earned a college acceptance into a 2 or 4 year college!

We are so proud of their outstanding accomplishments!

·        Albion College

·        Barry University

·        Benedict College

·        Bethune Cookman University

·        Embry-Riddle Aeronautical

·        Emory & Henry

·        Florida Atlantic University

·        Florida International University

·        Florida Memorial University

·        Florida Polytechnic University

·        Georgia State University

·        Hampton University

·        Howard University

·        Jacksonville University

·        Louisiana State University

·        Norfolk State University

·        North Carolina A&T

·        Nova Southeastern University

·        Spelman College

·        St. Mary’s College

·        St. Thomas University

·        Stetson University

·        Texas Southern University

·        University of Akron

·        University of Colorado, Denver

·        University of Tampa

·        University of the Pacific

·        Wake Forest University

·        Xavier University

·        And so much more…

Zaire Wade and Blake Miller visit The SEED School of Miami

Zaire Wade and Blake Miller visit The SEED School of Miami to finish designs on their basketball court

Our scholars were honored to spend time with Blake Miller and Zaire Wade this week as they are planning the final design of the beautiful new basketball court on the SEED Miami campus!

It was such an honor to have these two dynamic men come and speak with our scholars. We are grateful for the conversation and lessons learned.

“Don’t give up just because your first dream didn’t work out.”

Thank you for speaking your truth with our scholars, Z!

We are grateful for our #SEEDChampions and friends who are working hard behind the scenes to complete our basketball court. Special thanks to the Miller family for their generous support and @blakemiller3 @bigbworks @yngdna @zaire

Big ideas thrive at SEED with our new Innovation Lab

The SEED School of Miami has an even greater way to enhance the education of our scholars with our new Innovation Lab.

We are OBSESSED with #SEEDMiami new Innovation Lab thanks to our generous partners and friends Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, Norma Jean Abraham Extra Yard for Teachers College Football Playoff. The Lab features brand new furniture from Lakeshore Learning including, whiteboard desks, flexible seating, etc. and will be the home of two new technology and design products: (1) Veative Labs-immersive content connects students with concepts in virtual reality making abstract concepts engaging and attainable, (2) and MakerBot 3D printers!

We can't wait to start turning our dreams into innovative designs.

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We are so grateful for our SEED Champions!

During such unprecedented times, we wish to extend our most heartfelt gratitude for your support of our mission and children during SEED Miami's First Annual Spirit 5k & Challenge.
Thanks to our community of SEED Champions, you exceeded our expectations and we surpassed our goal, raising $15,200, welcoming over 122 donations from across the United States (from Miami to Alaska and Hawaii), and bringing greater awareness of our school to the local community. Together, standing side by side with us (even virtually), your participation ensures generations of SEED students who need it most have access to a high-quality, college-preparatory, public boarding education.

Congratulations to EVERYONE who participated in SEED Miami’s First Annual Spirit 5K & Challenge. Your partnership and generosity fuel our mission, and we are just getting started!

Your participation gifts will be arriving by mail soon. We can't wait to see you in your #SEEDMiami swag!

Thank you for your generous support and participation,

Dr. Kara Locke
Head of School