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Students Are Starting the School Year Proud and Prepared Thanks to Community Support
Thanks to Office Depot, Domtar Corporation, Boise Paper, and the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County, students, and staff at Boca Raton Elementary and Forest Hill Elementary are starting the school year strong with new backpacks filled with all the necessary supplies to keep students prepared for the school year. During the "Start Proud" celebrations, each school was awarded a $20,000 check from Domtar Corporation, and one teacher was surprised at each school to win a supplies and technology package from Office Depot.
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Watch our "Get Ready for School" YouTube series which provides important information for students and parents, how-to instructions, tips for success, and much more. Each video discusses a different topic, such as the SIS portal, school bus transportation, and student health requirements. Click the link below to view the video playlist.
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The District Receives Accreditation Award During This Week's Board Meeting |
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During the August 16 board meeting, Dr. Mark Quintana, Southeast Region Vice President of Cognia, alongside other members of the Cognia organization, presented the District with an accreditation certification for earning another six years of accreditation. This is a symbol of the District's commitment to providing quality education and dedication to continuous improvement that meets worldwide standards.
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Get To Know The District's Newest Schools: Dr. JoaquĂn GarcĂa High School |
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Welcome to Bulldog Country! Located in beautiful western Lake Worth, Dr. JoaquĂn GarcĂa High School (DGHS) is Palm Beach County’s first new high school in nearly 20 years.
The School features Advanced Placement (AP), Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), and Dual Enrollment programs. Dr. GarcĂa High School offers a JROTC program, medical sciences as well as business and I.T. academies. Students will be able to participate in competitive high school sports, including after-school intramural sports and clubs, and many other extracurricular activities.
As a state-of-the-art campus with a college feel, DGHS has all the latest security features and built-in technology throughout the campus. DGHS is a comprehensive high school with a modern performing arts center, a large media center, and a custom gym.
Some of the most unique features for students include the artificial turf athletic fields, the only sand volleyball court in Palm Beach County, large fine arts classrooms, and business labs, all classrooms are outfitted with custom furniture and built-in SMART panels designed to enhance students’ learning experiences, and collaborative workspaces for small group project work are featured throughout the school.
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Get To Know The District's Newest Schools: West Boynton Middle School |
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The Hive is buzzing! Welcome to the District's newest middle school, West Boynton Middle, home of the Stingers! The school offers unique programs such as Cambridge International programming, pre-medical and I.T. academies, and e-sports.
Athletic facilities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, an eight-lane track, an all-purpose field, outdoor tennis courts with additional lines for pickleball, outdoor basketball courts with additional lines for volleyball, a hardwood floor gym equipped with hardware to anchor indoor batting cages and a 110” LED Screen for “in-game” live video streaming.
Students will be able to monitor live stocks through LED tickers, LED world clocks, and global markets during their financial literacy courses. They can also enjoy an indoor art studio which includes an outdoor patio.
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The District’s Transportation Department is hosting an in-person hiring event on Saturday, August 26, from 11 AM - 2 PM at Crossbridge Church (10101 Judge Winikoff Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33428).
From a $2,500 Sign-on bonus to a $1,000 Employee Referral Program, discover the amazing incentives to join the Transportation team. Additionally, the District provides employees with:
- Generous benefits package
- Retirement package (pension)
- Flexible Schedule
- Advancement Opportunities
- Great work-life balance
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Looking to Continue Your Education? The Fall Semester of Adult Education Begins August 28, 2023 - Register Today! |
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It 's never too late to finish your education, start a new career, or learn a new language. The District offers Adult Education courses to help adults earn their high school diplomas, learn English, as well as job training courses in areas such as Healthcare (EKG Technician, Home Health Aide, Phlebotomy, CNA), Construction (Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing), Transportation (Commercial Vehicle Driving and Forklift Satey Certifications), as well as Fun & Leisure courses (Art, Finance, I.T., Cooking, Legal, and more).
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