November 27, 2017
See My Success: John I. Leonard HS Medical Academy Students Win Grant to Teach CPR to Middle School Students
A group of John I. Leonard High School Medical Academy students had an idea that may just save a life. Thanks to a grant from Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank and investor Bill Meyer, they are able to take that idea on the road to educate middle school students on hands-free CPR, basic first aid and how to respond in a medical emergency.

"Some of the students are really into it," said John I. Leonard Medical Academy teacher Tania Martinez. "The middle school students look up to [the high school students] as role models and they are getting great feedback."  Read more...
Deadline to Apply for Performing Arts Choice Programs is December 1
The following Choice Performing Arts programs have an application deadline of  December 1, 2017:  
  • Bak Middle School of the Arts (all programs)
  • The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach-Symphony Orchestra program (grades 6-8)
  • Boynton Beach High School Arts programs (Dance, Digital Media, Music-Band, Music-Vocal, Theatre and Visual Arts)
  • Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. School of the Arts (all programs) 
Click play above to see how The Conservatory School @ North Palm Beach prepares students for success, both academically and musically.  
Still Looking for the Perfect Gift for that Special Someone on Your List? Check out the Employee Discount Page!
The Employee Discount Portal is your one-stop shop for great deals and exclusive offers for District employees! From deals on cell phone service and vacation packages to discounts on cars and gym packages, there's something for everyone on your list! Click here to access the portal. 
Act Now! Deadline Extended For 2018 Dwyer Awards Nominations
The Economic Council and the Education Foundation are pleased to announce that the nomination process for the 2018 William T. Dwyer Awards for Excellence in Education is currently open and the deadline has been extended to Friday, December 1.   Read more...
Comcast Now Accepting Nominations for Leaders & Achievers Scholarship Program

Comcast is currently seeking nominations for its 2018-2019 Leaders & Achievers Scholarship Program.  

The program, funded through the Comcast Foundation, recognizes high school seniors from Comcast communities for their commitment to community service, academics, and demonstrated leadership. To acknowledge these accomplishments, recipients of the award will receive a one-time grant of $1,000. 

Only one student per school may be nominated by their principal or guidance counselor to be considered for the award. To learn more or nominate a deserving student, please click here. 
Exclusive Travel Perk For Palm Beach County School District Employees

Travel anywhere within the U.S., stay at an all-inclusive resort in Mexico or the Caribbean, or take the cruise of your dreams starting at $20 bi-weekly with ZERO DEPOSITS. You have an entire year to choose your dates of travel and exact beach or destination. Packages are limited to 200 with a maximum of three packages per person. Call  (305) 447-2764 by 
November 30 to register!  
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