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Amber Archer Acevedo retired as principal of Key West High School in June 2020, after 36 years as an educator for the Monroe County School District.
But her retirement didnât last long; Acevedo has been selected as the Monroe County School Districtâs Coordinator of Professional Development and Community Relations, according to Schools Superintendent Theresa Axford.
The position is responsible for the development and communication of information to keep the staff, public and media informed of programs, events, accomplishments and services of the school district.
In addition to her duties as a school and community liaison, Acevedo will also oversee staff professional development and handle the districtâs public relations duties. Also, Acevedo will supervise professional growth in the district with an emphasis on non-instructional staff, Axford said in a news release.