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September 9, 2024

Resources for Families

24-25 School Calendar

Your Penny at Work

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District Schools Will Experience a New Realm of Science Thanks to Community Partner

The Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) recently launched a new program, “Ask Max,” at Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School. This program operates through a mobile van to bring state-of-the-art technology, interactive science demonstrations, and STEM lessons to classrooms throughout Palm Beach County.

The van will be headed to more schools throughout the year to inspire not only students, but also teachers in their scientific endeavors!

Click here to watch as Superintendent Burke helps debut the exciting new project.

See How Just 15 Minutes a Day Can Change Your Child's Relationship with Reading

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September is National Literacy Month! According to the Department of Education, the more students read on their own time at home or read for fun, the higher their reading scores tend to be.

The most important learning happens in the earliest years of life. Reading aloud for at least 15 minutes a day develops a child's imagination, strengthens their vocabulary and builds a love of learning.

Click here to unlock the Power of 15!

Students Can Explore Next Steps at the 2024 College and Career Fair!

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Mark your calendar for the College & Career Fair on Tuesday, October 1, from 5-8 PM at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center.

Colleges, universities, and career programs from across the country will be ready to meet you and answer all of your questions. There will also be sessions on how to start your FAFSA application and so much more.

Click here to learn more.

Some Heroes Don't Wear Capes and Fight Crime - Ours Wear Sneakers and Run for Education!

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and set your alarms, the 10th Annual Heroes for Education 5K Run/Walk is back! Happening Sunday, October 6 at John Prince Park in Lake Worth, we encourage parents and children to join us as we support our District schools and teachers.

The event includes a 1-Mile Fun Run, 5K, Kid's 100-yard Dash, and the Mascot Race!

Click here to get registered today.