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A NEWS RELEASE FROM SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER ROBERTO J. ALONSO, DISTRICT 4
School Board Member Roberto J. Alonso celebrated the unveiling of a new state-of-the-art Innovation Space at Palm Springs North K-8. The ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together Principal Dr. Christina M. Ravelo, teachers, staff, students, and community partners who helped make the project possible.
Designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning, the space features flexible furniture, makerspace kits, “Genius-style” tables, flip-and-nest workstations, and interactive technology—including an Active Floor that supports movement-based learning. These tools enhance instruction and empower students to think critically, collaborate, and explore new interests.
“A key focus of mine has been fostering innovation and preparing our students for the jobs of the future—which are, in fact, the jobs of today,” said Board Member Alonso. “It starts in these foundational years, providing students with learning environments that truly empower them. The space we are unveiling today is a perfect example of that.”
Part of a districtwide initiative to create 18 similar spaces in schools across the district over the next two years, the project is a partnership between Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the College Football Playoff Foundation, the 2026 Miami Host Committee, and the Orange Bowl Committee, with additional support from Dade Technology.
“We are creating these spaces so all students, regardless of where they live or what school they attend, can experience both the future and the current workforce,” Alonso added. “They will have access to tools that help them become the leaders we know they can be.”
Alonso highlighted the project’s community collaboration and its connection to the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship, noting that investments like these give students every opportunity to grow, excel, and prepare for the world ahead.
