The 2024-2025 school year has officially begun in Broward County, with 251,000 students enrolled in 239 public schools and 87 charter schools. This year, the district has implemented two significant changes to enhance safety and minimize distractions: metal detectors in all public high schools and restrictions on cell phone use.
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Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Kevin Nottage, from Broward County, Florida, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) fires an M240B machine gun crew-served live fire exercise while conducting routine operations in the Philippine Sea, August 1.
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and District 9 Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee will officiate the groundbreaking ceremony for the next phase of Quail Roost Station, an affordable housing development designed for seniors, on Wednesday, August 14 at 11:00 a.m.
In a recent engagement that could signify a turning point for education within Broward County, Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn’s conversation with approximately 30 Black ministers’ sheds light on his forward-thinking approach to tackle longstanding challenges head-on. Dr. Hepburn’s comprehensive dialogue on the topics ranging from new policies on cell phone usage, acceleration of students, intervention, and enrichment programs, to the reimagining of community engagement through partnerships, outlines a blueprint that seems poised to redefine educational standards within the district. Yet, amidst these promising developments, the conversation also surfaced critical areas that necessitate immediate attention and action, particularly in the domains of faculty diversity, school safety, and the psychological impacts of technology restrictions on students.
The opening of this new facility is a crucial development for our community in terms of transparency of the electoral process,” said Joe Scott, Broward County Supervisor of Elections. “Not only does it enhance our capacity to manage the election process, but it also provides a convenient and secure location for early voting and ballot drop-offs. We are committed to ensuring that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in the democratic process.”
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Pompano Beach Arts is delighted to present the group exhibition SMS: Semantic Textiles, curated by Lisa Rockford of Rockford Projects. The title incorporates the acronym SMS, standing for “short message service,” originally associated with text messaging. As texts, tweets, and memes have become increasingly prevalent, written language has evolved into more abbreviated and ephemeral forms. This extensive survey spans three galleries and over 6,000 square feet, featuring 70 works by 20 artists. The exhibition highlights the use of text in combination with contemporary fiber arts techniques, such as sewing, quilting, embroidery, knitting, weaving, rug hooking, and basketry. The exhibition at Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA) will be on view through September 20, 2024. Learn more at www.pompanobeacharts.org.
Representatives from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) presented a $39.9 million grant to Miami-Dade County through Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD) and the City of Miami to support the revitalization of the Overtown neighborhood through the FY2023/24 Choice Neighborhoods Initiative (CNI).
For the first time in school history, the Florida Memorial University Competitive Cheer Team earned gold at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) Cheer Camp, resulting in a paid bid to College Nationals! #GoFMULions