Longtime Educator Willie Pyfrom is Living Proof That Music Inspires
We couldn't think of any better way to close out Teacher Appreciation Week than with a heartfelt meeting of educators.
Superintendent Fennoy traveled to
Highland Elementary School last week to meet music teacher Willie Pyfrom, a 54-year (!!!) veteran educator. The two had more in common than a dedication to children, however. They both graduated from
Florida A&M University and played in the famed Marching 100 band!
"Fifty years of service to
the School District of Palm Beach County, I mean, that's just amazing...and to see his energy and dedication to those kids in that elementary school band room at Highland Elementary, it's just inspiring," Dr. Fennoy shared. "The music and the arts are just an integral part of everything we do here in Palm Beach County."
Teachers: We Appreciate You Bunches!
Students and parents at Northboro Elementary School used hundreds of flowers to thank teachers and staff members for helping children grow and learn throughout the year.
Students Shine at 2018 Do The Write Thing Awards Ceremony
More than 32,000 Palm Beach County middle school students took the "Do The Write Thing Challenge" to help end youth violence. The top winners enjoyed a luncheon and a surprise appearance from a special guest - recording artist Pitbull!
Quote of the Day
A good one to keep in mind this week.
Boynton Beach HS Teacher Gifts Student His Car During Senior Awards Ceremony
Video Credit: Boynton Beach High School
Boynton Beach High School teacher Michael Cavanaugh will retire at the end of this school year, ending a career that saw him devote himself to educating children in Title I schools.
Mr. Cavanaugh had one final gift up his sleeve this year, which he unveiled at the senior awards ceremony. To say that he made student Jacquez Champion's dreams come true would be an understatement. Read more...
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The School District of Palm Beach County and the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) are frequent partners in building the future of our community in economic and workforce development.
You're invited to participate in the PBC Skills workforce initiative by participating in this survey.
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