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October 21, 2024

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Happening Tomorrow, October 22 - Join us at the 2024 Showcase of Schools

Join us on Tuesday, October 22, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center for the 2024 Showcase of Schools! This special event is an opportunity to explore 330+ Choice and Career programs throughout the District and meet staff and students from 125 elementary, middle, and high schools.

The Choice application for the 2025-2026 school year will be available Monday, November 4, 2024 at www.mypbchoiceapp.com.

Click here to learn more.

From the Football Field to the Classroom, See How This High School Student is Making an Impact

Caleb Butler is a junior at Dr. Joaquín García High School and the quarterback for the football team. He's a leader both on and off the football field as he's president of the school's Best Buddies club, which helps to ensure students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) get paired with classmates to bond and feel included in the school community. Caleb recently organized a Best Buddies night at their football game where students participated in the coin toss and walked the track in solidarity during halftime.

Click here to watch the story by CBS 12 News.

Students Learn Pedestrian Safety During “Walk and Roll to School Day”

More than 60 District schools participated in National “Walk and Roll to School Day” on Wednesday, October 16. This event emphasizes the importance of school zone safety for walkers and riders as well as encourages children to be more active. It's a day to to inspire lasting change and of course fun!

Click here to watch a recap of the special day.

This Week's Thank a Teacher Winner is Known For Her Dynamic Teaching Style

Creative lesson plans, dynamic teaching, and strong relationships with students are some of the reasons why Social Science teacher, Ms. Anya Burrs, is a classroom favorite at John F. Kennedy Middle School.

Thanks to our business partner HCA Florida Healthcare, the District awarded Ms. Burrs with a check for $350! Click here to nominate an outstanding teacher.

Click here to watch the exciting surprise!

Is Your Student a Changemaker? Philanthropy Tank is Ready to Empower Your Ideas!

Philanthropy Tank empowers and inspires the next generation of CHANGEmakers by challenging and equipping students to implement sustainable service-driven solutions to problems impacting us locally.

Students in grades 8-12 can apply to Philanthropy Tank to receive mentorship and funding for their student-led community impact ideas. The application window closes Sunday, October 27.

Click here to learn more.

Seeking Community Input on New School Start and End Times

A new state law passed requires middle schools to begin no earlier than 8:00 a.m. and high schools must begin no earlier than 8:30 a.m.

The District values the input of our families, educators, community, businesses, and other stakeholders as new start times are evaluated to comply with state law.

Click here to take the survey and to learn more.