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September 20, 2017

School Information Whenever, Wherever with District Mobile App

Everything you want to know about your child's school experience can now be found whenever, wherever. The School District of Palm Beach County is launching a new mobile app for handheld devices that will access information like Edline grades, view the District's approved calendar, and feature options to make school payments or get push notifications containing important news. Learn more...

District to Offer Free Meals to Students Through October 20

The School District of Palm Beach County has received a waiver to offer free meals to all students from Monday, September 18 through Friday, October 20, due to the impact of Hurricane Irma on the District and the state of Florida.

Breakfast is always free in Palm Beach County, and for the next month, the District is pleased to be able to provide lunch meals at no cost as well. Read more...

Dads, Role Models Asked to Take a Child to School on September 27

Wanted: Positive male role models. When: September 27, first thing in the morning. Where: Your local school.

The School District of Palm Beach County, in collaboration with the Florida Department of Education, is recognizing Wednesday, September 27, as " Dads Take Your Child to School Day."

But you don't have to be a dad to make an positive influence in a child's life. Research shows that having a father or active male role model increases a child's self esteem and academic success. Grandfathers, uncles, brothers, cousins - anyone who serves as a role model - is encouraged to take a child to school on September 27.

Many schools in the District are planning gatherings for the fathers once they arrive to further foster involvement in a child's school. Check with your child's school for activities they may have planned.

School District Departments Work Together to Help Community, Schools Weather the Storm

Before Hurricane Irma's winds were whipping until the schools were ready to open Monday, School District of Palm Beach County employees were there to help the community prepare, cope and recover from the storm's effects. Read more...

ESE Department Hosting Special Education Universities for Parents of Students With Special Needs

The Exceptional Student Education Department of the School District of Palm Beach County invites parents of students with special needs to its annual Special Education Parent Universities to provide instructional opportunities and information on services available to their families through the District.

This is a free event for parents of students with disabilities to participate in workshops on practical strategies and resources such as Navigating the Individual Education Plan (IEP) (available in Spanish and English), Technology Tools for Struggling Learners, Behavior Strategies for Families, Speech/Language Strategies (available in Spanish and English) and an Overview of Services for Pre-Kindergarten. Read more...