Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

   When Jordan moved from Orlando to Broward County for college, he knew life was about to change. He was in a new city, with new friends and a new campus, but he did not have a car. At first, that felt like a problem.

   After starting the season with three consecutive losses, the Miami Dolphins defeated the New York Jets 27-21 at the Hard Rock, securing their first victory of the year.

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — The nation is bracing for a government shutdown unlike any in its history. At the center stands President Donald Trump, who has declared that if Congress cannot keep the government open, federal workers may not just be furloughed — they may be permanently fired.

    Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth largest public school district in the United States. It is one of the most diverse districts; serving those of different races, religions, and socioeconomic status. It is also home to those like me: high school seniors who have been in BCPS from first grade to twelfth grade. However, with that, I have grown to wonder a lot of things about how the system works, what procedures are being put in place for improving students, and when will prioritizing student experiences change for the better? After polling other high school students in Broward County, I find that they have similar questions.