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Ian Swaby
May 22, 2024

Sarasota School Board advances revised public comment policy

The policy, which the board plans to discuss at a future meeting, would move general comments to the end of board meetings.

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Ian Swaby
May 19, 2024

Booker High grads share advice as they prepare for their next steps

Commencement speaker Annabelle Truong had an optimistic appraisal of the moment to share during the graduation ceremony for Booker High School on May 18.

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Ian Swaby
May 19, 2024

Sarasota High School grads look forward to forging a new path

Sarasota High School students took to the Cleland Stadium on May 18, but it wasn't for a game. It was for the last moments of an era.

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Ian Swaby
May 19, 2024

Riverview High students graduate with big dreams ahead

Students at Riverview High School left graduation on May 18 at Robarts Arena with a long journey ahead but with big shoulders to stand on.

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Ian Swaby
May 16, 2024

Sarasota students earn nearly $75K in scholarships

The financial assistance came from Sarasota County Schools, Chorus of the Keys and Military Officer Association of Sarasota.

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Ian Swaby
May 16, 2024

SSIS becomes candidate for IB program

Suncoast School for Innovative Studies continues to expand its offerings to students.

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Ian Swaby
May 9, 2024

Sarasota School Board votes to reject new Title IX rules, risks federal funding

The resolution defines biological sex as "an immutable characteristic that cannot be changed, fluid, or altered,” and pledges to support for legal opposition to Title IX changes.

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Ian Swaby
May 7, 2024

Ringling College details plans for Signature Academic Building

The new facility is designed to be an admissions hub and provide more learning space for students.

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Observer Staff
May 4, 2024

Selby Gardens awards Sarasota student $15K leadership scholarship

State College of Florida graduate Zuleima Martinez will also receive mentoring and career guidance from Selby Gardens President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki.