An 11th-grade student riding to school on a scooter sustained life-threatening injuries Monday morning when he was struck by a car near Cooper City High School, authorities say. The student, who had head trauma and was unresponsive, was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood in “extremely critical condition,” said Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Michael Kane. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel) A Broward County Sheriff’s Office deputy is on scene where a... Read More
Category: Education
Lawmakers stuff state budget with local projects. Here’s what’s earmarked for South Florida.
Crisis support for people in Parkland and nearby communities affected by the continuing trauma stemming from the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre. A new home for a West Palm Beach public policy center named after a major player in Florida political and legal circles. Surveillance cameras in Wilton Manors, including for its main street, which is a center of the LGBTQ+ community. Repairs for the International Fishing Pier in Deerfield Beach, battered by Hurricane Nicole. Millions... Read More
New ideas offered for Broward schools facing closure: Cities, nonprofits give their suggestions
Some Broward cities and community groups have outlined ideas for what could be done with school sites facing closure — with some suggestions including offering medical centers, child care centers and arts centers. But the school district’s vision still remains largely unknown. The district posted materials Friday evening for a School Board workshop on closing and redefining schools scheduled for 10:15 a.m. Wednesday. These materials include letters from local cities and agencies on how... Read More
Collins Elementary School Celebrates 65 Years of Excellence
Friday, March 15, 2024Collins Elementary School, a staple in the Dania Beach community with a rich heritage, is proud to announce its 65th anniversary celebration. ... Read More
Broward School Board member asks state to investigate deal for teacher raises
A Republican appointee to the Broward School Board is asking a state inspector general to investigate some of his Democratic colleagues for what he alleges are improper relationships with the Broward Teachers Union. Torey Alston, whom Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed to the School Board in August 2022, is alleging that some elected board members who supported a recent teacher pay increase disclosed confidential information from closed-door meetings to union members. In a five-page letter sent... Read More
Hundreds of BCPS Students to Participate in Above the Influence March and Rally
Thursday, March 14, 2024More than 1,200 BCPS students representing 37 schools will take part in the Above the Influence March and Rally. ... Read More
Special Presentation: Pi Day
Thursday, March 14, 2024Join Broward County Public Schools and School Board member, Dr. Allen Zeman as we celebrate one of his favorite days – PiDay. Discover the magic of math and why March 14 has mathematicians everywhere feeling extra cheerful! ... Read More
Inaugural Broward County Athletic Association Female Athlete Night
Wednesday, March13, 2024The BCAA is hosting its first ever Female Athlete Night to celebrate the achievements of female athletes. ... Read More
Congratulations to BCPS 2024 Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year Award Winners
Tuesday, March 12, 2024The CTE award nominees and finalists were formally recognized on February 29 at the second annual CTE Teacher of the Year Awards, honoring superior educators across the District. ... Read More
Hallandale Magnet High School Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Newly Renovated Media Center
Monday, March 11, 2024 The Hallandale Magnet High School community is excited to celebrate the opening of its newly renovated media center, thanks to the voter-approved SMART Bond program. ... Read More