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October 13, 2026

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Unlock Your Student’s Potential

Apply Now for Palm Beach County Choice and Career Programs 

The School District of Palm Beach County offers specialized Pre K-12 choice and career programs designed to prepare students for higher education and careers through rigorous, theme-based instruction by specially-trained teachers.


The 2027-2028 choice application will offer more opportunities than ever before. Regardless of your zoned school, your student is eligible to apply to any available program at more than 100 schools in Palm Beach County. 


Choice program applications are now being accepted. The final deadline for all applications and all programs is Friday, December 4, 2026.

The 30th Annual Showcase of Schools Powers Your Future

Five high school students, one teacher, and the school district superintendent.

Palm Beach County’s largest education open house was a massive success as families packed the South Florida Fairgrounds for the 30th annual Showcase of Schools.


The landmark event allowed students and parents to connect directly with administrators and explore more than 330 dynamic academic pathways designed to power their futures.


Families have one deadline of December 4, 2026 to submit or modify applications for all programs.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage with an Amazing Spanish Teacher

A teacher standing with a student in front of a map.

We are at the end of Hispanic Heritage Month, and this week, we are honoring a teacher who brings that vibrant heritage to life every day. Liliana Esposito, is a Spanish teacher at Palmetto Elementary School. 


She doesn't just teach her students how to speak a new language, she completely opens up their world by diving deep into Spanish culture, history, and traditions. A special thank you to our sponsor, HCA Florida Healthcare, for helping us celebrate Ms. Esposito.

School Spotlight: Okeeheelee Middle School

Decades of Exceptional Language Learning

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At this school, opportunity is everywhere. Their choice programs include an award-winning International Spanish Academy with more than 20 years of excellence.


Meet the students and staff at Okeeheelee Middle.


• Grades: 6-8

• Mascot: Warriors

• Colors: Teal, Royal Blue, White


2200 Pinehurst Dr., Greenacres, FL 33413. 561-434-3200

Customer Service Kudos: Anastacia Adan – School Administrative Assistant

Watson B. Duncan Middle School

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"Ms. Adan balances responsibilities with a welcoming, problem-solving mindset.


She patiently makes time for everyone, so that staff members and visitors alike feel genuinely valued.


Ms. Adan consistently sets an extraordinary standard for customer service."


Nominate someone who deserves kudos for their customer service.

 
 
 
A list of appreciation and awareness days in the month of October.
 

School Food Service



Emotional Support


Fortify Florida


Immunizations