Schools & Kids
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · Boca Raton
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters to Host Acclaimed Playwright, Marco Ramirez
Florida Atlantic University's Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters will host acclaimed playwright Marco Ramirez for a series of events next week.
Preservation Foundation Awards $10,000 Scholarship to FAMU Architecture Student
The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach has awarded its inaugural Jerry A. Tishman $10,000 scholarship to Dwinessa Pratt, an architecture student at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Advance Teacher Pay Reforms Amid Shortage Crisis
As Florida's teacher vacancies surge, lawmakers in the 2026 session are pushing bills to boost salaries, restore multiyear contracts and tackle retention head-on. From Tallahassee to Tampa Bay classrooms, these measures aim to value educators with higher minimum pay and incentives. The proposals signal a pivotal shift in addressing the state's education staffing emergency.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Miami-Dade Schools Win $1.37M Grants to Boost Voc-Tech Amid Teacher Crunch
Facing a persistent teacher shortage, Miami-Dade County Public Schools is doubling down on vocational training with $1.37 million in state grants for apprenticeships in auto tech and culinary arts. Partnerships with local businesses promise hands-on paths to high-demand jobs, easing the educator crisis by steering students toward trades. This expansion cements M-DCPS as Florida's CTE leader.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Lake Mary Coach Becomes Guardian to Orphaned Wrestler
A Lake Mary High School wrestling coach stepped up as legal guardian for student-athlete Maryellen Wingate after she lost both parents to cancer. The heartfelt act provides stability for the teen on and off the mat in Central Florida. Wingate's story highlights compassion amid tragedy.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
FAU Visual Art and Art History Programs Continue to Thrive
Florida Atlantic University's Visual Art and Art History programs continue to offer diverse educational and cultural opportunities for Boca Raton residents.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Florida Public Libraries Weigh Impact of Digital Textbook Shift
Florida's accelerating adoption of digital textbooks in public schools is prompting libraries to reassess their role in providing learning resources. Concerns are rising about equitable access for students without home internet or devices.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Florida Students' Tobacco Use on the Rise, National Report Shows
A recent report in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) indicates a rise in the use of emerging tobacco products like e-cigarettes and hookahs among middle and high school students. The study highlights a trend in tobacco use within this demographic.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Boca Raton Schools Begin Classroom Library Inventory
Boca Raton schools have begun a comprehensive inventory of classroom library materials to ensure alignment with educational standards and community expectations.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Boca Raton Elementary After School Program Registration Now Open
Boca Raton parents can now register their elementary school-aged children for the upcoming after-school programs, which opened today, April 8, 2026.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
School Advisory Council Meeting Scheduled for Next Week
Boca Raton's School Advisory Council (SAC) will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM, inviting community input on school improvement plans and budget.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Boca Raton Library to Host Free Media Center Workshop
Boca Raton Public Library's Downtown location will host a free workshop this Saturday, April 12, 2026, showcasing its Media Center's digital creation tools.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026