Choice Program Applications Open Today, November 3!

Families with students entering pre-kindergarten through grade 12 can choose from a variety of Career and Technical Education theme-based curricula offerings at the elementary, middle, and high school levels that provide innovative and rigorous academic instruction by specially-trained teachers.

The Choice application for the 2026-2027 school year is available beginning today, November 3 at mypbchoiceapp.com

Take a look at the 2026-2027 Choice and Career Academy Programs Booklet.

Visit the School Choice website for additional information. The School District of Palm Beach County is Your Best Choice!

Behind the Badge: Officer Jodi Novella

at Grassy Waters Elementary School

We're taking you Behind the Badge, shining a spotlight on the incredible men and women of the Palm Beach County School Police Department!

This month, meet Officer Jodi Novella at Grassy Waters Elementary.

She's been a constant presence on the campus for six years, planting roots and growing relationships with students and staff.

Your support of the 2022 referendum ensures we can fund school security. Get to know Officer Jodi Novella.

Surprising the Celebrate the Great Finalists

The School District named the finalists for Principal, Assistant Principal, Teacher, and School-Related Employee of the Year for 2025-2026.

Watch videos of each region's finalists getting the news of their recognition!

• Central Region

• Glades Region

• North Region

• South Region

Thank a Teacher: Jessica Levitsky at Jupiter Community High School

This week, we celebrate a Palm Beach County educator who is using her real-world experience to shape the next generation of business leaders.

For her ability to connect the textbook to the boardroom and inspire her Jupiter High Marketing Academy students, Jessica Levitsky is this week's Thank a Teacher winner! She receives a $500 check, compliments of HCA Florida Healthcare.

Watch video of this week's surprise.