Ascend Academy Charter High School today announced an amendment to its policy for serving meals to students under the National School Lunch / School Breakfast Programs for the 2024-2025 school year. All students will be served lunch/breakfast at no charge at the following sites:
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On Friday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Chair of the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys, and Reverend Al Sharpton hosted a field hearing with top mental health leaders on Suicide and Mental Health of Black Men and Boys. This field hearing took place in New York City in Harlem at the National Action Network on behalf of the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys with top mental health leaders in the United States, celebrities, and other members of Congress.
In a bold move to address educational disparities and boost student engagement, Kampus Insights launches a free online course designed to transform classroom dynamics and ignite curiosity among learners. The course, “Spark Student Curiosity: Quick Inquiry for Deeper Learning,” offers a lifeline to teachers seeking innovative ways to captivate and inspire students, particularly in underserved communities.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is once again declaring that Florida won’t go along with a directive from the Biden administration, this time in regard to the advisory on gun violence announced this week by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy.
As a woman born in what is known as “The Greatest Generation” (1925), Maude Lewis Storr has traveled many miles and many roads. Roads and destinations that were influenced by the words spoken to her by the great Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune saying to her “Make Your Mother Proud.”
Recently, the Broward County Public Defender’s Office concluded their two-week Summer Justice Internship Program with a grand finale that left a lasting impression on everyone in attendance. Despite having just five days to prepare, the talented young participants rose to the challenge, demonstrating remarkable dedication and skill.
“We are delighted to welcome Halston Shannon to the chamber! A accomplished graphic designer with a decade of experience, Halston holds a graduate certificate from Nova Southeastern University and a degree from Florida Atlantic University.
Groups have begun organizing to provide relief for victims of Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean. Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) and the Caribbean Consular Corps (CCC) held a news conference this week at GEM headquarters in Doral to address the urgent need for aid following the hurricane’s devastating impact on Grenada, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Barbados, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago.
“The outpouring of support for experienced leadership, solid education experience and an independent voice fighting for our children is humbling in this non-partisan race,” said Alston, who is a product of Broward County Public Schools, a former Broward County Commissioner, former School Board Chairman and former Chief of Staff to Barbara Sharief. “I was born in south Broward, I understand Broward issues and I will continue fighting for academic excellence, safer schools and protecting our tax dollars while managing a $6 billion operation. I am humbly asking the voters of Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Southwest Ranches and portions of Cooper City and Davie to send me back to continue unfinished business on the Broward School Board.”
BROWARD COUNTY, FL – Recently, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Ranking Member of the U.S. Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee, proudly announced that Broward County Transit has been awarded a $25 million FY24 Low and No Emission grant under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to advance its sustainability efforts. The funding will support the procurement of battery electric buses equipped with on-route chargers, replacing the older diesel vehicles.