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Students in good hands with new Manatee School District principals
Good luck to all the administrators at their new postings around the Manatee School District. Among the new principals are Carl Auckerman at Nolan Middle. A 26-year district veteran, he was principal at Braden River High, Palmetto High, Johnson Middle and Central High and an AP at Bayshore High. Wendell...
New College of Florida's 2024 graduation: A sad affair lacking in grace
Much has been written about the recent graduation at New College. Years ago, as chair of the board of trustees at the school, I congratulated every student as he or she walked across the stage to collect their diplomas. They wore outfits that reflected their personalities and, in some instances, their scholarship.
New kindergarten in Newton offers free summer camp for students
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Star Lab kindergarten is offering a free summer camp at Janie’s Garden this summer for students enrolled in their program. Families in Newtown with students enrolled in Star Lab’s kindergarten class starting August 19, 2024, will have the opportunity to attend a free summer camp starting on June 10.
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee announces free cybersecurity program
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee is launching a free cybersecurity certificate targeted at veterans starting in July, the college announced Friday afternoon. The USF InfoSec GRC Analyst program will be a four-module, online-only certificate program offered for free for up to 250 people through federal funding with admission priority given to veterans, active military, first responders and other governmental roles, according to a release from the college. Those selected for the course can access lessons starting July 8 and must complete the course within 60 days of starting.
Tough decisions, great leadership have put Sarasota's school district on the right path
In November 2022, I made a formal motion to lead the Sarasota County school district on a different path. As a former teacher, principal and executive director in our schools, this community gave me enormous opportunities to learn and grow. Throughout those years, I held myself accountable for providing excellence in student performance results...
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