Schools & Kids
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 · Tequesta
School Advisory Council Meeting Set for Next Week
West Palm Beach's School Advisory Council (SAC) will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2026, at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, inviting community input on school improvements.
Pleasant City Elementary Unveils Diverse After-School Clubs
Pleasant City Elementary School in West Palm Beach is introducing a new lineup of after-school clubs, including Robotics, Young Authors, and Community Garden, to enrich student learning and foster new interests.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
RPBHS JROTC Places First at Raider Challenge
Royal Palm Beach High School's Army JROTC program achieved a first-place victory at the recent Raider Challenge competition, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and physical prowess.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Pahokee Remembers February 25
Pahokee residents are encouraged to reflect on the significance of February 25, a date holding various personal and community memories for many.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
No Local Connection to 'Hidden-Ear Frog' Story
Pahokee has no local connection to recent discussions about a creature dubbed the "hidden-ear frog," with no verified sightings or reports in the area.
Tuesday, April 14, 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.
Tuesday, April 14, 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.
Tuesday, April 14, 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.
Tuesday, April 14, 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.
Tuesday, April 14, 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.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026