Local Students Excel at National Transportation Poster Contest
Three Palm Beach County students were recently recognized among the winners of the School Bus Safety Week State and National Poster Contest organized by the Florida Association for Pupil Transportation (FAPT). Poster winner’s artwork was chosen for the state competition from the massive amount of posters received in their office.
2011 State Poster Contest Winners
Division II [...]
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Former NFL Player Donates Laptops to Crossroads Academy
The holidays are coming early for the Crossroads Academy “Science Wizards” program thanks to former NFL player and Belle Glade native, Fred Taylor. Thirty laptops will be donated on Monday, December 12, 2011 at 2:00 p.m., through his charitable foundation.
Program sponsor and science teacher Sheree Cuthbert and Principal Diane Howard see the donation as a [...]
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Carver Middle And The City Of Delray Beach Promote Civic Education
Students’ Posters And Articles Will Be Displayed On Bus Shelters And Featured In City Water Bills
Carver Community Middle School (CCMS) and the City of Delray Beach began celebrating Florida City Government by proclaiming October 2011 as Florida City Government Month. This year the City expanded its award winning civics educational to include a new program [...]
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SUNRISE PARK ELEMENTARY SECURES A $1,000.00 GRANT AS A FINALIST IN THE 2011-2012 FINS FRENZY CONTEST
In August, all South Florida schools were challenged to help spread Miami Dolphins spirit and get “back to football.” Schools were encouraged to send in creative and collaborative spirit pieces to show their Dolphins pride. Sunrise Park Elementary developed a slogan entitled “Messages in a Bottle.” Faculty, staff and students all took the time to [...]
North Area Schools Holiday Performances and Concerts
At this time of year, a number of our schools are having wonderful student Holiday concerts and performances. Family, friends and the community are invited to enjoy these concerts and performances which showcase the many talents of our students.
School
Date, Time, Location
Cost
Independence Middle
Marching Band
Holiday Parade
12/11/2011 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Jupiter/Tequesta
Free
Independence Middle
Winter Band Concert
12/13/2011 at 7:00 PM
Gymnasium
Free
U. [...]
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CBS Evening News Features Suncoast High And Drama Teacher Kimberly Dougherty
Steve Hartman of 60 Minutes and CBS Evening News was recently in South Florida doing a story on Suncoast High School’s production of Romeo and Juliet. He became highly interested in doing a piece on the show and the theatre department after reading reviews which called Romeo and Juliet a “stellar production with a brilliant [...]
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Project Christmas–A Night of Hope to Benefit Highland Elementary School
First Baptist Church is partnering with the Highland Elementary School family to provide education for hundreds of children whose families are economically challenged. Once again the church is presenting Project Christmas—A Night of Hope—a 75 minute concert being offered as a way to celebrate the season with friends and neighbors while partnering together to make [...]
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Park Vista Community High School Film Club Joins KOOL 105.5 for Annual Dueling Toy Drive
Members of Park Vista Community High School’s Film Club will join KOOL 105.5 for its Annual Dueling Toy Drive, Saturday, December 10, at the Boynton Beach Walmart on Boynton Beach Boulevard. Park Vista students will assist KOOL 105.5 radio host, Mo, from the Mo & Sally Morning Show (with guest appearances from Jay Zeager and [...]
DELRAY FULL SERVICE CENTER CAREER FAIR
WHAT : Delray Full Service Center CAREER FAIR
WHEN : Wednesday, December 14, 2011 – 9:00 AM
WHERE : Delray Full Service Center Media Center
301 SW 14th Avenue
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
WHO : Students and staff
WHY : The goal of this event is to give Adult students the opportunity to learn about employment, internships and career opportunities from employment [...]
Award Winning Author Connects With Palm Beach Gardens High Students And Educators
Award Winning author and California Literacy Teacher of the Year, Alan Sitomer recently spoke to students and educators at Palm Beach Gardens High School. Mr. Sitomer works as an inner-city high school English Teacher in Los Angeles as well as a professor in the Graduate School of Education at Loyola Marymount University.
According to Palm Beach [...]
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Glades Central High Student Named Gatorade Florida Football Player of the Year
William Likely, Glades Central High School’s Junior was named the 2011-2012 Gatorade Florida Football Player of the Year. This award honors top high school student-athletes in 12 varsity sports for their athletic excellence, academic achievement and exemplary character.
The selection process is administered by ESPNHS, the nation’s leading sports and lifestyle magazine for teens, and the [...]
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West Area Schools Holiday Performances and Concerts
At this time of year, a number of our schools are having wonderful student Holiday concerts and performances. Family, friends and the community are invited to enjoy these concerts and performances which showcase the many talents of our students.
School
Date, Time, Location
Cost
Wellington HighWinter Concert
12/13/2011 at 7:00 p.m.Theater
Free
Palm Beach Central HighAnnual Prism Concert
12/13/2011 at 7:00 p.m.Theater
New unwrapped [...]
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Glades Central High School Serves as Model School for Lee County
Glades Central Community High School recently opened its doors to representatives of the School District of Lee County. The main purpose of the visit was to observe some of the innovative and unique academic initiatives currently in place at this school.
The visit was initiated by Dr. Deedara Hicks, Lee County’s Director of Secondary Operations (former [...]
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Royal Palm Beach High Students Excel at Princeton Competition
The Royal Palm Beach High School Wildcat Speech & Debate team recently competed at the Princeton Classic Invitational High School Speech and Debate Tournament. The Wildcat Team demonstrated that not only they are among the top placing schools in Palm Beach County, but in the country.
The following students received awards:
Anthony Nadeau: 5th Place in Oral Interpretation.
Delisa [...]
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Vote for K.E. Cunningham/Canal Point Elementary Student Video
A video created by the 4th and 5th grade students of Kathryn E. Cunningham/Canal Point Elementary’s KEC TV News Club was chosen as a finalist in the nationwide Mini Chef Video Contest sponsored by Avocados From Mexico.
You can watch and vote for KEC TV’s video by selecting “Like” at the link below:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zYfhWdxNGc
The Grand Prize winner [...]
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Palm Beach Gardens High Hosts College Financial Aid Night – Tonight, December 7th at 6:00 PM in School Auditorium
How to pay for college is a dilemma many high school seniors are facing today. Palm Beach Gardens High School is hosting a financial aid training tonight, December 7th at 6:00 PM for college bound students and their parents. Robin Blank with the Florida Department of Education and the Florida Department of Financial Aid will [...]
New Horizons Elementary Student Recognized by Spain-Florida Foundation 500 Years
Aidan Winaker, 1st grader at New Horizons Elementary was selected as the only student in Palm Beach County to be recognized by the Spain-Florida Foundation for his artistic talent. The awards ceremony will take place December 12th, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the Spanish Cultural Center, 1490 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132.
Under the name “XVI [...]
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Sunrise Park Elementary Secures $1,000 Grant from Miami Dolphins Organization
South Florida schools were recently challenged to help spread Miami Dolphin spirit and get “back to football.” Schools were encouraged to send in creative and collaborative spirit pieces to show their Dolphins pride. Sunrise Park Elementary developed a slogan entitled “Messages in a Bottle” and was recognized as one of the thirteen finalists. Faculty, staff [...]
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School District of Palm Beach County Recognizes Stakeholders for Wellness Efforts
The Wellness Promotion Task Force will be hosting a “Wellness Celebration” to thank and recognize individuals, staff members and community organizations for their contributions to the District’s wellness efforts.
When? Thursday, December 8, 2011. 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Meet & Greet. 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Wellness Celebration
Where? Fulton Holland Educational Services Center [...]
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School District And Service Employees International Union Find Common Ground Following Latest Bargaining Session
School District officials and representatives of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) recently met to continue negotiating sessions on a new collective bargaining agreement for thousands of school district employees, including bus drivers, cafeteria workers, carpenters and custodians.
The focus of the negotiations on both sides has centered on creating a more collaborative team approach to [...]
Pine Jog Elementary Hosts STEM Family Night
Pine Jog Elementary conducted its first STEM Family Night. Over twenty different hands-on activities supporting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics learning, facilitated by Pine Jog staff members were offered to the 385 students and parents that participated.
Additionally, community organization such as the South Florida Science Museum, Health Teacher, and FAU/Pine Jog Environmental Center, and The Educators’ Resource Center [...]
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Suncoast High Club Is Pepsi Refresh Grant Finalist-Students Need Votes To Win Top Prize For Bikes For Kidz
Bikes For Kidz, a Suncoast Community High School club and a 501(c)(3) organization, is a Pepsi Refresh Grant Finalist. Pepsi is funding pre-qualified ideas that help support local communities via a contest.
Bikes For Kidz has been promoting literacy in Palm Beach County Title I elementary schools for five years through various programs like Reading Road [...]
North Palm Beach Elementary Student Trades Artwork With Artist Bruce Helander During Special Awards Ceremony
Internationally known artist Bruce Helander noticed the artwork of North Palm Beach Elementary second grade student John Momperousse during a visit to Eg2 Gallery as part of the exhibit Art That Moves. Mr. Helander, who is a supporter and collector of young artists, inquired about the drawing and asked if John would be interested in [...]
2010-2011 Wellness Promotion Policy Annual Report
The School District of Palm Beach County’s 5th edition of the Wellness Promotion Policy Annual Report was recently presented to the School Board and District Leadership. The theme “Personal Responsibility…starts with you!” All stakeholders are encouraged to view this comprehensive annual report at the following URL/domain link: www.2011wellnessannualreport.com.
The purpose of the 5th edition Wellness Promotion Policy [...]
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Pine Jog Elementary Teacher Recognized as Outstanding Science Teacher
Linda Petuch, Science Lab teacher at Pine Jog Elementary School, was recently awarded the 2011 Outstanding Elementary Science Teacher by the Florida Association of Science Teachers (FAST) at the annual FAST conference in Orlando, FL
Linda is president of the Palm Beach County Science Educators’ Association, serves on many school and district science committees and is a board [...]
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