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Investigation launched into possible FAST testing scandal at South Florida elementary school
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. – Broward County Public Schools officials said they’re investigating after reports of a possible testing scandal at one of the district’s elementary schools. It involves a fifth-grade teacher at Eagle Ridge Elementary School, located at 11500 Westview Drive in Coral Springs, and the state’s...
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting building to be demolished in June
PARKLAND, FLA. (WSVN) - The demolition of the 1200 building at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, the site of the tragic 2018 school shooting, is set to begin next month. Broward County school officials announced Thursday that demolition will occur June 13 or 14, several days after the...
Fifth-graders bid farewell to Palm Beach Public on last day of school
There were tears and hugs a-plenty as Palm Beach Public Elementary fifth-graders said goodbye to the place many had called home since kindergarten. The traditional procession of fifth-graders through the hallways was led by retiring fifth-grade teacher Chimane Rabideau, who has been with the school for 13 years. As they walked, celebratory music played over the loudspeaker and they were congratulated by other students, school staffers and family members.
RPB Council Awards Scholarships To 10 High School Graduates
The Royal Palm Beach Village Council presented its annual scholarships to 10 graduating seniors from the community at a meeting Thursday, May 16. “I’d like to say a special welcome to all of the bright young men and women, and especially all of the parents and family members,” Mayor Fred Pinto said at the start of the meeting. “This is a special occasion for you and your children and your family.”
Newman begins search for athletic director, basketball coach after Reilly Campbell resigns
WEST PALM BEACH — The athletic director turnover continues at Cardinal Newman. The West Palm Beach Catholic high school took to its website on Wednesday evening to announce that it will be conducting a "nationwide search" to fill the position made by the departure of AD and boys basketball coach Reilly Campbell.
‘Backyard Bash’ Celebrates Wellington High School Seniors
The Wellington High School PTSA partnered with the Village of Wellington to host a “Backyard Bash” to celebrate the Class of 2024 on Friday, May 17. The PTSA thanks its amazing local business sponsors for donating to support the event, which makes a difference in providing a safe environment to celebrate graduating seniors. The PTSA also thanks Ian Williams and the Village of Wellington staff for helping to make the event a huge success.
FAU’s Academy For Community Inclusion Celebrates Milestone
Two very special students who have autism walked across the Florida Atlantic University graduation stage during spring commencement, marking a milestone for FAU’s Academy for Community Inclusion (ACI), a college program for high school graduates who have been diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Down syndrome and autism.
Wellington Community Foundation Honors Arle & Ken Adams Scholarship Recipients
The Wellington Community Foundation recently presented the Arle & Ken Adams Scholarship to three exceptional members of the Class of 2024: Rachel Ireland, Jaden Browning and Sophia Amro Gazze. The 2024 scholarship recipients were honored Tuesday, May 21 at Village Music Café. These remarkable students have demonstrated outstanding dedication,...
Palm Beach Day Academy graduates first class in more than 50 years without ninth graders
A year after its last batch of ninth graders graduated, Palm Beach Day Academy said good-bye to the Class of 2024, comprising 41 eighth graders. Friday's ceremony, at the Upper School campus at 241 Seaview Ave. in Palm Beach, marked the first in more than 50 years without a ninth-grade class, a school spokeswoman said. ...
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