Schools

Vinnie Portell
January 19, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Prep students explore science of the modern world

Projects on AI, Wi-Fi and cellphone radiation show how far science fairs have come.

East County
Schools

Vinnie Portell
January 15, 2025

Braden River Middle gets creative to keep students on track

Motivational programs have put Braden River Middle on the cusp of an "A" school status.

East County
Schools

Ian Swaby
January 11, 2025

Sarasota County Schools broke record graduation rate in 2023-24

The district had a graduation rate of 92.5% for the 2023-2024 school year, the highest in its recorded history.

Sarasota
Schools

Vinnie Portell
January 8, 2025

Out-of-Door Academy student wins Congressional App Challenge

Manav Pulluru's app, SafeHaven AI, helps the elderly avoid falls

East County
Schools

Vinnie Portell
January 8, 2025

Lakewood Ranch High student creates 'Science Stars' to inspire tweens

Yulia Morales hopes to show kids how science can be fun with monthly experiments.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
January 2, 2025

Redistricting among issues Manatee schools will face in 2025

With five new schools opening by 2027, the School Board of Manatee County will have to approve new school zones.

East County
Schools

Vinnie Portell
January 1, 2025

McNeal Elementary teacher named a finalist for Educator of the Year

Through her 18 years of teaching, Stacy Freeman's work goes beyond the classroom

East County
Schools

Vinnie Portell
December 27, 2024

Braden River senior helps JROTC team have a shot at air rifle tournament

Rachel Walmsley is floating on air after winning her region's air rifle match.

East County
Schools

Ian Swaby
December 19, 2024

Holiday House SRQ brings the joy of gift-giving to underserved students

The nonprofit, now serving four Sarasota schools, provides a festive shopping experience allowing kids to take gifts for family and one for themselves.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
December 14, 2024

USF Sarasota-Manatee honors regional chancellor as she prepares to retire

The campus attributes accomplishments to Karen Holbrook including the opening of the Student Center and Atala Residence Hall.

Sarasota
Schools

Liz Ramos
December 10, 2024

Manatee finds success recruiting from within school communities

Parents have been inspired to become paraprofessionals, teachers and administrators.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
December 10, 2024

Dr. Mona Jain Middle School starts FFA program

Students begin to work with plants and rabbits and will start with chickens next semester.

East County
Schools

Observer Staff
December 3, 2024

Pine View School evacuated after bomb threat

The incident also may be connected to other false alarms across the U.S.

Sarasota
News

Liz Ramos
December 3, 2024

Braden River High JROTC cadets volunteer for Habitat for Humanity

Cadets help refurbish a home for new owners as a service project.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
December 2, 2024

Braden River Middle principal named Manatee's Principal of the Year

Kimberlain Zenon grew with Braden River Middle, going from parent to teacher to principal.

East County
Schools

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