In honor of National Mentoring Month, twin sisters who teach at Village Academy in Delray Beach were celebrated for the profound and lasting impact they make as mentors. Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County, an organization that pairs students with adult mentors, honored Dr. Shannon Solis and Ms. Sharmagne Solis for their impactful work supporting, motivating, and inspiring students to reach their full potential.

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Students at Palm Beach Gardens High School participated in the U.S. Navy’s Strike Group mixed-reality experience, aimed at giving them a firsthand look at Navy operations. The event featured virtual reality simulations, including launching an F-35 jet from an aircraft carrier. Students also explored a digital information board showcasing the history of U.S. Navy ships worldwide. Many of the participants were JROTC and STEM students.

Click here to watch a recap of the experience by WPBF Ch.25 News.

Former Watson B. Duncan Middle School student Lindsey Reece nominated her former chorus teacher, Ms. Bonnie Butterfield, for the Thank a Teacher award because of the incredible impact she makes in her students' lives. Lindsey says she has been so inspired by Ms. Butterfield that she aspires to have a career as a music teacher one day.

Alongside the gratitude from her former student, Ms. Butterfield also receives $350 from our business partner HCA Florida Healthcare, as this week's Thank a Teacher winner!

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High school students are putting their vast array of knowledge and quick-thinking skills to the test in the 2025 Academic Challenge! Check out the incredible students who competed in the preliminary rounds in subjects such as language arts, math, science, social studies, fine arts, world languages, and more.

Click here to watch an exciting recap of the preliminary rounds!

The Education Foundation of Palm Beach County recently celebrated the grand opening of their brand new 32,000-square foot Center for Public School Excellence and Innovation. The facility will not only house the expanded Red Apple Supplies program, but will also include a dedicated training facility for professional development for educators.

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The School Effectiveness Questionnaire (SEQ) gives parents, students in grades 3-12, and school-based staff an opportunity to submit feedback to the District. Responses to the SEQ provide important information that helps schools and the District develop and sustain Academic Excellence and Growth, and a Student-Focused Culture, which are central themes in the Strategic Plan.

The survey will remain open until Friday, February 14, 2025 for parents and students.

Click here to take the survey.