Important Message from Superintendent Avossa on School Safety and Security
As we all continue to grieve the senseless loss of life of our Broward neighbors, Superintendent Avossa has issued a statement on school safety and security in Palm Beach County. Read more...
Dr. Avossa and
Chief Lawrence Leon of the
Palm Beach County School District Police Department participated in a Facebook Live event last Wednesday.
Click here to watch the broadcast...
School-Related Employee of the Year Described as the Heart of Her School
The woman described as "The heart of Congress Middle School" was surprised and celebrated Thursday as the District's School-Related Employee of the Year winner.
A group of family and friends along with school administration, Superintendent Robert Avossa, and even her pastor, staged in the media center to reveal the news that the principal's confidential secretary, Angie Rolle had been selected as this year's winner. Read more...
Award-Winning Principal Takes Helm at Carver Middle
Sandra Edwards, the District's 2017-2018 Principal of the Year, is coming home to Delray Beach where she will lead C
arver Middle School as the new principal. Her appointment was announced at the Board Meeting on February 21.
"I'm very excited about this opportunity," Edwards said at the Board Meeting. She talked about being born and raised in Delray Beach and her excitement about the new position being a homecoming of sorts for her. She also thanked her family and professional mentors who have supported her throughout her career.
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Parent University: Homework Strategies for Middle School
Ah, the middle school years. Middle school is a time of change for many students, bringing a new course schedule, new school building and new homework demands. In this Parent University segment, learn how to build on existing positive homework habits to help your middle schooler excel.
Your Child's Educational Experience, Now at Your Fingertips.
The School District of Palm Beach County's new mobile app gives you quick and easy access to information about your child's school!
Searching for Scholarships? We've Got You Covered!
Looking for a little extra money to help pay for college? We've developed a scholarship tool that will match your child's talents and interests with current scholarship opportunities. Click here to access the database. Happy scholarship hunting!
Tell Me Something Good....
Tristen Onofry of
Seminole Ridge Community High School has a passion for editing and is a valued member of the school's TV Production program. Despite his physical challenges and with the help of a special device created by his father to assist him with projects, Tristen excels at bringing video content to the masses at Seminole Ridge each day. Click play to watch Tristen's story as told by student reporter Ana Fontecchio.
The
#EmpowHerPBC Women's Empowerment Summit, sponsored by the District's
Diversity in Business Practices Department,
CVS Pharmacy and
UnitedHealthcare, will be held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on March 20, 2018 at the
Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center. Stay tuned for additional details!
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