Category: Education

Gass Wins First Career SSC Swimmer of the Week

Story Links MELBOURNE, Fla. – The Sunshine State Conference announced the Athletes of the Week for the week of January 6 – January 12, on Monday afternoon. Nova Southeastern Sharks Women’s swimmer Claire Gass earned Swimmer of the Week honors following her performance this past week. Gass led Nova Southeastern to a dual meet win over Indian River State following two individual golds and a relay win. The Celina, Ohio native secured wins in the 200 Breaststroke (2:20.53) and... Read More

Millions have had student loans canceled under Biden — despite the collapse of his forgiveness plan

By COLLIN BINKLEY WASHINGTON (AP) — Despite failing to deliver his promise for broad student loan forgiveness, President Joe Biden has now overseen the cancellation of student loans for more than 5 million Americans — more than any other president in U.S. history. In a last-minute action on Monday, the Education Department canceled loans for 150,000 borrowers through programs that existed before Biden took office. His administration expanded those programs and used them to their fullest... Read More

BCPS Honors Outstanding Educators and Employees at 2025 Caliber Awards

Tuesday, January 7, 2025The event recognizes the nominees, semi-finalists and finalists for Teacher of the Year, Principal of the Year, Assistant Principal of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year for their exemplary service and dedication to students and schools. ... Read More

Satan banners lawsuit against Broward School Board gets go-ahead

A federal judge this week allowed a lawsuit to move forward against the Broward County School Board over its refusal to allow banners that said “Satan Loves the First Amendment” at two schools. Activist Timothy “Chaz” Stevens, a minister of The Church of Satanology and Perpetual Soiree, filed the lawsuit alleging violations of the First Amendment and two Florida laws. The school board filed a motion to dismiss the case, but U.S. District Judge Robert Scola on Thursday issued an... Read More

Broward schools aim to move past 10-year construction debacle

It was a day of celebration as Riverside Elementary in Coral Springs unveiled a much-anticipated renovation to the school library, showing it was finally getting some return from the decade-old $800 million bond referendum. The media center now had new paint, flooring and furniture. Colorful tables and cushioned chairs replaced the old wooden furniture that had been there since the school opened in 1987. The renovation was part of an overall $2 million investment in the school that also... Read More

Former NFL Players Donate Toys and New Shoes for Holiday Giveaway at Pine Ridge Education Center

Wednesday, December 18, 2024Former NFL players Stanley McClover and Jack Brewer are making holiday wishes come true at Pine Ridge Education Center as they provide gifts for students and families. ... Read More