March 10, 2025

Resources for Families

24-25 School Calendar

Your Penny at Work

These Young Entrepreneurs are Diving Into the 'Shark Tank'

Pre-Finance Academy students at Watson B. Duncan Middle School experienced what it's like to build a business plan from the ground up. They had to create a product that does not exist, build a company around it, and try to sell a stake in the company to a panel of judges. Their creativity and hard work shined through as the students learned marketable skills that will help them in their future careers.

Click here to watch a recap of the thrilling event!

Mark Your Calendar for Kindergarten Kickoff

If your child will be five years old on or before September 1, 2025, be sure to attend your zoned school's Kindergarten Kickoff event during the week of April 7 to meet school staff, learn about kindergarten curriculum, understand how your child will be welcomed and nurtured, and more.

Click here to find the dates and times of your school's Kindergarten Kickoff.

Click here to learn more about how to register for kindergarten.

Check Out This Electrifying Classroom Makeover Thanks to Our Generous Partner

The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach is celebrating new learning spaces, thanks to a generous grant from Florida Power & Light Company. The school was awarded a $50,000 STEM Classroom Makeover Grant. Teachers Todd LaVogue and Kristin Delatorre showed us around their new classrooms, sharing what this means for students and the new technology at their fingertips.

Click here to watch the video.

Reading is Fun for Everyone! Watch How Students Celebrated Read Across America Day

Schools across the District held "Read Across America" events, where special guests such as PBSO officers and their K-9 therapy dogs joined classrooms to share the excitement of storytelling and encourage children and teens to become avid readers. See how students from Equestrian Trails Elementary School celebrated this special day!

Click here to watch the video.

See Why This Teacher's Students Nominated Her to be Recognized

Ms. Meghan Mooney says she feels so fortunate to be a teacher at Coral Sunset Elementary School that she'd still show up for work even if she won the lottery! Her students share the same excitement for having Ms. Mooney in the classroom that they nominated her for the Thank a Teacher award.

For her enthusiasm, hard work, and positive spirit, Ms. Mooney is this week’s “Thank a Teacher” winner and receives a check for $350 from our business partner, HCA Florida Healthcare.

Click here to watch the surprise!

See the Special Gift This High School Received That's Sure to Inspire Students for Years to Come

Dr. Joaquín Garcia High School recently held a dedication ceremony for the naming of their Visual Arts Department to honor an extraordinary local artist, Luis Montoya. During this celebration, Luis unveiled the beautiful art sculptures he created for the school, located in the courtyard and inside the arts building. Luis Montoya is a classically trained Spanish artist who founded his sculpture studio in West Palm Beach in 1970. His exceptional work has been showcased globally, and now, proudly on this campus, bringing joy and inspiration for years to come.

Click here to watch the unveiling!