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Krista Stanley named Florida Teacher of the Year
OKEECHOBEE- Yearling Middle School teacher Krista Stanley has been named Florida’s 2021 Teacher of the Year. Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran made the announcement on a Zoom call on...
View ArticleOkeechobee teacher named 2021 Florida Teacher of the Year; Receives $20,000...
TALLAHASSEE — Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran have named Krista Stanley, a sixth grade teacher at Yearling Middle School in Okeechobee County, as the 2021 Florida...
View ArticleHendry County Schools to open fully virtually
LABELLE — During the July 28 Hendry School Board meeting, the original reopening plan for Hendry County Schools was approved by the board. The plan was approved with haste, due to the State’s deadline...
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Okeechobee clears first hurdle in getting new high school
OKEECHOBEE — The long process to get financing from the state for a new high school in Okeechobee has cleared its first hurdle. Special to the Lake Okeechobee News/ Okeechobee County School...
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OHS band prepares for unpredictable school year
OKEECHOBEE — Okeechobee High School Brahman Band Director Clint LaFlam is about the enter his 14th year of teaching music, and he has no idea what it’s going to be like. COVID-19 has turned the normal...
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IRSC hosts receptions to honor the Masseys
FORT PIERCE — Indian River State College is hosting receptions at each of its branch campuses in honor of Dr. Edwin Massey and his wife, Jo, for their outstanding leadership and service. The community...
View ArticleDate looming for reopening of Hendry schools
HENDRY COUNTY — The reopening plan for Hendry County Schools was approved, due to the state’s deadline for submittal looming over the board as they worked hard to make the best, safest decisions for...
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IRSC to rename main campus in honor of Massey
Special to the Lake Okeechobee NewsDr. Edwin R. Massey FORT PIERCE — Indian River State College will formally rename its main campus in honor of its long-serving, visionary president, Dr. Edwin R....
View ArticleBack to School PBC! rescheduled to Aug. 29
PALM BEACH COUNTY — The Back to School PBC! drive-up event, which was postponed due to Hurricane Isaias, has been rescheduled to Saturday, Aug. 29, at the following locations: Palm Beach Kennel Club,...
View ArticleUpskill at IRSC this fall — classes start Aug. 19
Indian River State College (IRSC) welcomes new and returning students evaluating their current skill sets to enroll at IRSC during the fall 2020 term where they can gain new skills and certifications...
View ArticleSchools take precautions after positive COVID-19 test
The Okeechobee County School District sent out emails to staff at Yearling Middle School and Central Elementary after receiving confirmation of a positive COVID-19 test from an individual or...
View ArticleReopening plan update from Superintendent Fennoy
The following letter was sent on behalf of Superintendent Fennoy to all school district parents and staff. WEST PALM BEACH — As you may be aware, all Florida school districts that are planning on...
View ArticleHendry County School Board emergency meeting; Distance learning to start Aug....
LABELLE — During an emergency meeting, held Tuesday, Aug. 11 the Hendry County School Board (HCSB) voted on an amendment to the previously submitted plan for opening schools for the 2020-21 school...
View ArticleDeadline extended for questionnaire on Child’s Needs, Plans for the School Year
WEST PALM BEACH — The deadline has been extended for parents and guardians to share vital information with the school district about their child’s technology needs for the start of the school year and...
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TBC Corporation donates 200 computers to two schools in Pahokee
Special to the Lake Okeechobee News/TBCPALM BEACH GARDENS — Members of the information technology team from TBC Corporation prepare the computers for transfer to the two schools. From left, Gilbert...
View ArticleParents in Okeechobee make school choice
OKEECHOBEE — Ahead of the Aug. 17 start date for schools in Okeechobee, parents were faced with the unenviable dilemma of figuring what school option was best for their children. Of the nearly 6,000...
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One mom’s story: Homeschooling is overwhelming
Special to the Lake Okeechobee NewsPAHOKEE — From left, Mason, Lincoln and Jonathan Ramos are back in a classroom for the 2020-21 school year as of Monday. PAHOKEE — Amanda Ramos of Pahokee has been...
View ArticleHCSB holds emergency meeting
HENDRY COUNTY — During an emergency meeting Tuesday, Aug. 11, the Hendry County School Board voted on an amendment to the previously submitted plan for opening schools for the 2020-21 school year...
View ArticleUpskill at IRSC this fall — classes start Aug. 19
By Robert LaneIndian River State College Indian River State College (IRSC) welcomes new and returning students evaluating their current skill sets to enroll at IRSC during the fall 2020 term where...
View ArticleClass of 2021 seniors, schedule your appointment to have photos taken
OKEECHOBEE — Have you made your appointment for senior pictures? The following is a list of dates and times that the Class of 2021 senior pictures will be taken in August in the Okeechobee High School...
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