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Fla. school choice programs succeed, but public schools may close
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (NewsNation) — Florida has become a laboratory for school choice programs, but they’ve significantly disrupted the state’s public schools. Many districts are closing schools as more students flock to private schools, charter schools or homeschooling. In the past five years, the state’s largest school districts have lost tens of thousands of students. As a result, some schools are considering closing their doors altogether.
New Broward Schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn says he’s here to stay
Howard Hepburn is vowing to become a different kind of superintendent for Broward County Schools — one who actually stays. Hepburn, 45, signed a three-year contract May 21 at an annual salary of $340,000. He became the sixth person in three years to hold the title of superintendent. Since longtime Superintendent Robert Runcie stepped down in 2021, the district has had a revolving door of ...
Should Broward close some schools in 2025 or 2026? The latest considerations
Broward School Board members could decide Wednesday how quickly they want to start closing schools to deal with dwindling student enrollment. Superintendent Howard Hepburn plans to bring to the School Board on Wednesday two proposals that would close eight schools: One that would take effect in the 2025-26 school year, and another that would take effect a year later. No school names are listed. ...
Florida is establishing the ‘Office of Ocean Economy’ at FAU, pushing to advance discoveries
Florida’s new Office of Ocean Economy — a statewide effort to harness public and private research, education, technology and business applications involving water — will be housed at Florida Atlantic University. The effort, which envisions a collaboration among all state universities and businesses, was sponsored by Democratic and Republican state lawmakers from South Florida. State Rep. Chip ...
First-time champs: García High, Lake Worth Beach — May 22
The girls track and field team from Don Estridge High Tech Middle School in Boca Raton runs a victory lap to celebrate its 2024 county middle school championship. Coached by second-year head coach Keri Stevens, third from left, the Dragons went undefeated this season and captured the school’s first county championship in girls track and field. The trophy is carried by Trae’Anah Boyd, a sprinter and high jumper who propelled the team to victory by scoring 20.5 of the Dragons’ 61.5 points. Howell L. Watkins Middle School came in second with 59 points. A total of 24 teams from all areas of the county competed. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star.
Surprise Tribute Concert Honors Retiring Ramblewood Middle School Band Director John Nista
In an unexpected celebration, the Ramblewood Middle School community surprised retiring band director John Nista with a special concert. Alumni and colleagues came together for a night of music and memories to honor his 43 years of dedication and impact. Under Nista’s guidance, the Ramblewood Middle School band amassed numerous...
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