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Florida district recommends closing 10 schools. Here's the list

Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn recommended the closures of 10 district schools as it continues to grapple with the loss of tens of thousands of students and the resulting losses in funding. Broward's website states the district has more than 60,000 empty seats — it claims the district has lost more than 48,000 students over the past 10 years, and about $430 million in revenue . The Broward County School Board previously voted to close and consolidate six schools in January of this year. Final board decisions regarding this year's proposed closures will be made in December, according to a presentation attached to the agenda for the Nov. 4 school board workshop. The list of schools recommended by the superintendent, released after workshop, matches the Attendance Boundary Committee's recommendations : Dolphin Bay Elementary in Miramar, Florida. Students would be transitioned into Glades Middle School in Miramar, with the grades at Glades Middle School extended to serve kindergarten through eighth grade. Silver Lakes Elementary in Miramar, Florida. Students would be transitioned into Glades Middle School in Miramar, with the grades at Glades Middle School extended to serve kindergarten through eighth grade. Sheridan Park Elementary in Hollywood, Florida. Its students

Broward County, FL · 3d

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REMINDER: Palm Beach County Public Schools Closed

BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — There’s no school today — again — for students in the Palm Beach County School District. Public schools are closed for Veterans Day. Most private schools remain open. This is the fifth day off for public school students for the 2026-2027 school year which started on August 10th. Public schools students will again be off for the November holiday which starts on November 23rd and continues for five days. The winter holiday starts December 21st and continues for eleven school days. Teachers in the Palm Beach County School District, inexplicably, have always negotiated the Monday following the two week winter break as a planning day, requiring parents to secure one more day of child care while the rest of the working world returns to work. Students return to school on January 5, 2027. Get BocaNewsNow.com email alerts sent directly to your phone — sign up for BocaNewsNow.com Email and breaking news updates -- completely free. .

Palm Beach County, FL · 4d

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School Board To Fire Teacher, Bus Driver, Custodian; Suspend Technician

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — A high school ESOL teacher accused of inappropriate comments and interactions with students is one of three Palm Beach County School District employees Superintendent Michael J. Burke wants fired next week. A school bus driver and a custodian are also on the list. A fourth worker, a maintenance technician, faces a 10-day unpaid suspension. We note the Palm Beach County School District is not providing information documenting the schools or facilities where the individuals are assigned. All four cases are on the consent agenda for the School Board’s regular meeting Tuesday, November 17, at 5 p.m. at the Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center in West Palm Beach. Each recommended action would take effect Wednesday, December 2. Each employee can still appeal, either through a union grievance or a hearing before Florida’s Division of Administrative Hearings. In every case, the district says an Office of Professional Standards investigation substantiated the allegations and that “just cause” exists for the discipline. ESOL Teacher Yosmani Lamorena Arencibia, identified in district records as a High School ESOL Teacher, became the subject of an investigation on or about August 18, 2026. The single allegation: “Inappropriate

Palm Beach County, FL · 2d

Palm Beach Daily News

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LIVE Palm Beach County high school football: FHSAA playoff scores

It's win or go home in the the Florida high school football playoffs. From the traditional FHSAA playoffs to the Open Division, Florida Invitational Tournament and the SSAA postseason, there's plenty on the line for Palm Beach County high school football teams on Thursday and Friday night this week. Be sure to follow our Instagram page ( @pbphighschool ) for live video updates from Raines-West Boca Raton and Western-Spanish River. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } Thursday, Nov. 12 FHSAA: Florida Invitational Tournament Santaluces 34, South Fork 28 Park Vista 35, Goleman 21 FHSAA: Independent Santa Fe Catholic 52, St. John Paul II 20 SSAA Jupiter Christian (9-3) at Florida Christian (10-2), 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 FHSAA: Open Division Raines (10-0) at West Boca Raton (9-1), 6:30 p.m. FHSAA playoffs Benjamin (4-6) at Archbishop Carroll (8-1), 3 p.m. Spanish River (5-4) at Western (7-3), 6:30 p.m. Norland (4-6) at Atlantic (7-3), 6:30 p.m. Palmer Trinity (4-6) at Pahokee (6-4), 6:30 p.m. Oxbridge Academy (9-3) at Saint Stephen's Episcopal (8-4), 7 p.m. Palmetto (8-2) at Jupiter (9-1), 7 p.m. North Miami Beach (7-3) at Glades Central (4-5), 7 p.m. Calvary Christian Academy (9-3) at King's

Palm Beach County, FL · 3d

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Historic Tice, Orangewood schools in Lee County could close

LEE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK) — The School District of Lee County is recommending closing Orangewood Elementary School and Tice Elementary School at the end of the 2026-2027 school year. Letters to both school communities said an analysis of district enrollment and facility needs showed each school faced decreasing enrollment...

Lee County, FL · 2d

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Alva and Lehigh Acres add schools as Lee County enrollment falls

ALVA, Fla. (WINK)—The Lee County School District is preparing to open four new schools in the Lehigh Acres and Alva area as enrollment trends move in opposite directions across the district. The new Alva High School is slated to open in time for the 2027 school year. Three additional...

Lee County, FL · 1d

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Shoe drive to support local students

The Jr. Jones Memorial Fund is accepting new unwrapped shoes for the holidays, with the goal of collecting enough to donate 600 pairs to local elementary students. The fund was created to honor the memory and legacy of J.R. Jones, whose life continues to inspire a mission of helping children and families in the community.

Fort Myers, FL · 2d

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Fort Myers parents shocked Tice and Orangewood elementary could close

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — The district said declining enrollment and high operating costs drove the proposal to close Tice and Orangewood elementary schools. Many parents said they found out through social media before the district announced it. "It was a shock, and it's heartbreaking because us who do...

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

The News-Press

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LIVE SW FL high school football: Lee, Collier region quarterfinal scores

And now the fun really begins. Southwest Florida had 12 teams make the FHSAA football postseason. Now let's see who can go the furthest and maybe finish the year hoisting a trophy. Follow our area teams in Week 1 of the playoffs with our scoreboard below as we keep you updated on all these regional quarterfinal matchups. Stream FHSAA football playoff games on NFHS Network You can read our previews for this week's games BY CLICKING HERE . See all our 2026 high school football coverage up to this point BY CLICKING HERE . .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: LIVE SW FL high school football: Lee, Collier region quarterfinal scores Our editors independently choose our recommendations. Some content is produced with paid support from a third party, however our editorial decisions remain independent. If you buy through our links, the USA TODAY Network may earn a commission. Prices and availability may change.

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

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Civic AI in Action: Student Developers Unveil Engage Estero’s Public Investment and Meeting Tracker at FGCU

New Civic Information Tool: Engage Estero previewed a new civic web tool designed to help residents easily track local government decisions and development projects. Dual Search and Mapping Features: The application combines a plain-language AI search for public records with an interactive map showing public and private capital investments near local neighborhoods.

Estero, FL · 2d

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Lee County parents voice concerns over proposed school closures

FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Lee County School District is considering closing Tice Elementary and Orangewood Elementary, a proposal that could affect around 1,000 students and 60 teachers, leaving parents searching for answers and expressing frustration. Nicole Doss, a mother of an Orangewood Elementary kindergarten student, shared her disappointment...

Lee County, FL · 2d

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Lee County school district considers closing two elementary schools amid budget cuts

FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Lee County School District is considering closing two elementary schools as district leaders look for ways to address budget cuts, Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin said. The proposal is expected to be presented to the Lee County School Board at its next meeting, where board...

Lee County, FL · 2d

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Pirates power past Gulf Coast, advance to regional semifinals

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — The Port Charlotte Pirates opened their postseason with a statement Friday night, cruising past the Gulf Coast Sharks 73-17 in the first round of the FHSAA Class 4A playoffs. The top-seeded Pirates entered the postseason riding a six-game winning streak, looking to build on last...

Port Charlotte, FL · 1d

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Vikings overwhelm Conchs in opening round of playoffs

Closing out a third consecutive playoff season, the Key West High football team ran into a Bishop Verot that proved every bit as formidable as its reputation, as the Vikings scored touchdowns on their first seven offensive possessions, building an insurmountable lead before rolling to a 47-7 victory versus the Conchs in an FHSAA Region 4-3A quarterfinal on Friday, Nov. 13, in Fort Myers. Bishop Verot’s balanced, no-huddle attack kept Key West on its heels throughout the night as the Vikings quarterback completed all nine of his passes for 138 yards and a touchdown, while the ground attack powered the victory with four rushing touchdowns. The Conchs (4-7 overall) had an opportunity to make the game competitive early, putting together a promising drive after falling behind 14-0. A 36-yard run helped move Key West inside Bishop Verot’s 30-yard line, but a fumble ended the possession without points. The missed opportunity quickly became a turning point. Bishop Verot answered with another touchdown, then recovered an onside kick and scored again, turning what could have been a 14-7 game into a 28-0 deficit in a matter of possessions. The Vikings continued to dictate the pace, executing their no-huddle offense while finding success

Key West, FL · 1d

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ECS beats Canterbury 35-14, Sentinels win first playoff game in 17 years

FORT MYERS, Fla. — The high school football postseason officially kicked off on Thursday with the new Independent League playoff format making its debut as two crosstown rivals faced off for the chance to keep playing football. The 9-1 Canterbury Cougars hosted Evangelical Christian in the Pool B Regional...

Fort Myers, FL · 2d

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Village School of Naples boys golf earns first trip to states

NAPLES, Fla. (WINK)—The Village School of Naples boys golf team is headed to the state championships for the first time as a team. Students and faculty gave the Knights a sendoff on Nov. 13 as classmates lined the hallways to wish them well. Players posed for photos with their families and received new golf bags for the state championships.

Naples, FL · 1d

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Stuart parents keep kids home after man accused of TikTok threats posts $100,000 bond

MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — Less than 12 hours after he was booked into jail, a Cape Coral man accused of making TikTok threats involving a Stuart elementary school was out on a $100,000 bond. By Monday morning, deputies were watching the school entrance, and Jessica and John Greisen...

Martin County, FL · 6d

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FGCU opens Buckingham Golf Learning Center

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Florida Gulf Coast University's PGA Golf Management Program just took a major step this fall!. FGCU just opened its Buckingham Learning Center, which is located about 20 miles north of campus and is now available to FGCU students in the PGA Golf Management program. FGCU...

Fort Myers, FL · 6d

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Tim Aten Knows: Vet Center, preschool coming to North Naples

Q: Do you know what they are building on Immokalee Road next to Cornerstone Church? – Pete Spagnuolo Jr., Naples. A: Site work began in September for a veterans center and a preschool planned on Immokalee Road lots in front of Cornerstone United Methodist Church, immediately east of Gulf Coast High School in North Naples.

Naples, FL · 9d

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More Than Just Game: Lemon Bay Shines a Light on Star Athletes and Good Sports

Every month, Lemon Bay High School’s Athletic Department shines a light on exceptional student-athletes, honoring not just athletic skill but character too. At the close of each month, they choose one Female Athlete of the Month, one Male Athlete of the Month, and celebrate a student with the Good Sportsmanship Award.

Englewood, FL · 8d