April 22, 2022
Melissa Patterson, Director of Multicultural Education, showcases the diversity of the School District, with English Language Learners representing more than 197 countries and speaking 146 different languages. Watch In the Know with the Director of Multicultural Education.
In the Know Info.
District Names New
Chief of School Police
On Wednesday, April 20, 2022, the Palm Beach County School Board unanimously approved Sarah Mooney to join the District as Chief of School Police and School District Security.

The veteran law enforcement officer will be sworn in as Chief on May 4, 2022, and lead School Police effective that day.
Teachers on Track for Pay Raises and Bonus
The School District of Palm Beach County reached an agreement with the Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association (CTA).

The agreement received School Board approval on April 20, and will be finalized once approved by CTA membership.
This Week's Thank a Teacher
is a Second Generation
School Psychologist
School psychologists play an important role in helping students with their academic, social, and emotional skills.

Jennifer Valentine is continuing a family tradition of helping kids learn and grow. Her contributions at Cypress Trails Elementary School earned her this week’s Thank a Teacher award!
District Recognizes Beginning Teacher of the Year, Mentor Teacher of the Year
The Beginning Teacher of the Year Award honors beginning teachers for their commitment to their craft, and for showing tremendous dedication.

The Mentor Teacher of the Year Award recognizes the valuable contributions of experienced professionals who support new teachers through their first year.
District Celebrates Outstanding Volunteers and Business Partners
The School District honored its volunteers and business partners for helping to ensure that students and staff have the supplies, support, and services they need to maintain academic excellence in our schools. Watch the awards ceremony.
Happy Earth Day 2022! One of the ways that the community can invest in our planet this Earth Day is to help clean up our public spaces, including South Florida's beaches and waterways. A more sustainable world starts with all of us. Read about three District students who offered solutions to environmental pollution, as part of an annual video contest.
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