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February 16, 2026
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Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary by

Entering the America250FL Essay Contest

To honor the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite Florida students to participate in the America250FL essay contest.


The America250FL Student Essay Contest is open to all students attending any Florida school in grades 6-12 (public, charter, private, home, or virtual). Eight winners will be selected (three middle school students and five high school students), with each winner receiving a scholarship.


All entries must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.

Read more about the contest and how to enter.

Thank a Teacher: Stephanie Roehm at Plumosa School of the Arts

Students talented in both academics and the arts celebrated our latest Thank a Teacher winner!


Orchestral strings students participated in the big announcement for Stephanie Roehm, a math teacher at Plumosa School of the Arts. They wanted to congratulate a very talented teacher who tutors students on her own time.  


Ms. Roehm will receive a $500 check from HCA Florida Healthcare. Watch video of this week's surprise.

Customer Service Kudos: Beth Peschl – Data Processor II

Addison Mizner School

"During a move into the school district, Beth provided exceptional guidance by managing our enrollment process with care and expertise.


She consistently exceeded our expectations, addressing every need with kindness and professionalism.


Beth remains a premier asset to both the school and the district."


Nominate someone who deserves kudos for their customer service.

School Spotlight: Park Vista Community High School

The most important word in their name is "Community." For more than 20 years, their dedicated team has worked alongside their incredible families to ensure school success.


Meet the students and staff at Park Vista Community High.


• Grades: 9-12

• Mascot: Cobra

• Colors: Blue, Black, and Gray


7900 Jog Rd., Lake Worth, FL 33467. 561-491-8400

A Message from the Florida Department of Education


The Florida Department of Education directed all school districts to share this letter from Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas. He announced that mid-year progress monitoring results on the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) showed significant increases since the beginning of the year.


Read the complete letter from the Education Commissioner.
 
 
 
 
 

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