Press Release from the Office of School Board Member Luisa Santos, District 9
March 12, 2026
At the School Board Meeting of March 11, 2026, School Board Member Luisa Santos proffered agenda item B-4, recognizing Mr. Kristian Jose Luciano, 2027 Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DPCS) Rookie Teacher of the Year.
On January 28, 2026, Mr. Kristian Jose Luciano was named the 2027 M-DCPS Rookie Teacher of the Year, reflecting his professionalism, character, and meaningful contributions to the Homestead Middle School community and the school district. Mr. Luciano has made a lasting impact as a Social Studies teacher, while also serving as Social Sciences Department Chair, International Baccalaureate (IB) School Site Lead Teacher, and sponsor of the National Junior Honor Society.
Mr. Luciano’s dedication to instructional excellence is evidenced by his use of data-driven strategies and differentiated learning techniques, which led his students to a remarkable 14 percentage-point increase on the 2025 Civics End-of-Course (EOC) examination. Students also shared that his ability to both challenge and support them in their learning makes him one of their favorite teachers. His commitment to service extends into the broader Miami-Dade community, as he advocates for foster children as a Volunteer Guardian ad Litem and participates in Leadership Miami.
A proud product of M-DCPS and a first-generation college student, Mr. Luciano earned both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in political science from Florida State University, maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA during his graduate studies. His exemplary service has earned him further accolades, including being named the South Region Rookie Teacher of the Year (2026), the Marlins MVP Teacher of the Year (2025), the Gator Greatness Award recipient (2024), and Rookie Teacher of the Year nominee (2024).
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honors and celebrates Mr. Kristian Jose Luciano for being named the 2027 Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) Rookie Teacher of the Year and commends him for his exceptional character and commitment to education and community service. We express our sincere appreciation for Mr. Luciano’s leadership, dedication, and service to the students and families of M-DCPS and extend our best wishes for his continued success and lasting impact on education.
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