The Florida Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce honored outstanding students and teachers at the annual Hispanic Heritage Awards celebration, during Hispanic Heritage Month. We are so proud of the eight students and two teachers who received awards at the event. The students recognized are all high-achieving seniors with stellar academic records representing Suncoast High School, John I. Leonard High School, Park Vista High School, Palm Beach Central High School, and Spanish River High School. The two teachers are from from Palmetto Elementary School and Lake Worth High School. Congratulations, and thank you for your hard work and dedication to the students of Palm Beach County!

Did you know you can learn what it’s like to scrub in for surgery before you get your high school diploma? 👩‍⚕️ Learn more about our premier Medical Academies at the Showcase of Schools on Tuesday, October 6, at the South Florida Fairgrounds from 4-8 p.m. Our students are getting a head start on high-wage, in-demand healthcare careers. Medical career education begins as early as elementary school and is offered in middle school, high school, and adult education settings. Power your Future in the School District of Palm Beach County!

Dads Take Your Child to School Day From donuts with dad, to special morning drop-offs, it was great to celebrate the positive male role models in our students' lives for Dads Take Your Child to School Day. Whether you're a dad, grandpa, uncle, big brother, father-figure, or a mentor, your presence makes a huge difference. THANK YOU!

Power your Future at the Showcase of Schools This is your opportunity to learn about hundreds of career and choice academy programs all in one place. Join us at the Shiner Law Group Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Tuesday, October 6, from 4-8 p.m. We'll see you there!

THANK A TEACHER 🌟 This week, we are celebrating Arianna Luzadder, a phenomenal first grade teacher at Hidden Oaks K-8 School. Ms. Luzadder is a proud product of the School District of Palm Beach County herself! She says her mission is to create the same wonderful, lasting memories for her students that her own teachers created for her. Thank you to our generous business partner, @HCAFLHealthcare, for surprising Ms. Luzadder with a $500 check. If you know an educator who is changing lives, you can nominate them by visiting palmbeachschools.org/thankat….

Tomorrow’s scientists are preparing today at Panther Run Elementary School in Wellington. We popped into a 5th grade classroom where students were dissecting flowers to study their internal structures up close. 🌷 This is what getting ready for the future is all about- seeing our students collaborate and discover new things, one lesson at a time! Florida's Future: Powered by Public Schools @PublicSchoolSup

We're taking you Behind the Badge to get to know the amazing men and women of the @PBSchoolsPD. We visited Crestwood Middle School in Royal Palm Beach where Officer Christopher Nickelson has been working for the past five years. He's no stranger to the campus though, Officer Nickelson actually attended Crestwood as a student! His passion for the community and making a positive impact helps him form strong relationships with students and staff members.

Thank you to everyone who attended our annual College and Career Fair at the Shiner Law Group Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds Tuesday night. 🎓 We were proud to host representatives from more than 100 colleges, universities, military branches, and career and technical education centers, who met with our students and shared details of their programs. Students and families also had access to information about scholarships and financial aid. It was great to see our future graduates learning more about what's next after high school, and the wide range of opportunities that await them. The sky's the limit!

Power your Future at the Showcase of Schools ✨ This is your opportunity to learn about hundreds of career and choice academy programs all in one place. Join us at the Shiner Law Group Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Tuesday, October 6, from 4-8 p.m. What to expect: -An interactive setting where students and families can visit more than 100 booths to connect directly with school administrators. -Talk to current students about their classroom experiences and program expectations. -Find the SPARK you need to POWER your future! Whether you are interested in healthcare, public safety, skilled trades, or creative arts, schools around Palm Beach County provide programs designed to match every interest, while maintaining rigorous state academic standards. See you there!

Ethical Governance Day at Royal Palm Beach Community High School gave students an opportunity to learn how their local government works and gain a deeper understanding of public service and law professions. Students heard directly from leaders who shape our community, including Judges from the 15th Judicial Circuit, State Attorney Alexcia Cox, local elected officials, School Board members Erica Whitfield, District 4, Marcia Andrews, District 6, and Virginia Savietto, District 2, and more. Thank you to all panelists who took the time to share their passion with our students.

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT Today we are visiting Polo Park Middle School in Wellington. Polo Park Principal Dr. Jennifer Galindo says the school "is a home where individual potential meets limitless opportunity." This 'A' rated school has pre-IT, and pre-Engineering choice programs, along with a dual language Spanish program, Holocaust studies program, band, art, and culinary classes. To learn more about everything Polo Park has to offer, visit the school's website at this link: ppms.palmbeachschools.org and be sure to attend the Showcase of Schools on Tuesday, October 6 from 4-8 p.m. at the Shiner Law Group Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds.

Map out your future TONIGHT 🎓 Students and families are invited to our annual College & Career Fair happening today, Tuesday, September 22, from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Shiner Law Group Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds. You can: -Meet with representatives from a wide range of public and private colleges, universities, and vocational programs from across the state and the country. -Learn about financial aid, scholarships, and application processes. -Connect with representatives from various military branches to learn about enlistment, benefits, and career training. We hope to see you there!

It's Celebrate Freedom Week in Florida! This is a special time dedicated to teaching students about the founding of our country, the sacrifices that were made for our freedom, and the core values that define us.

REMINDER: Schools are closed today, Monday, September 21, 2026. District offices will remain open. To view the 2026-2027 school calendar, visit this link: palmbeachschools.org/calenda…

Wishing an easy and meaningful fast to all who observe Yom Kippur.

During the September 16 School Board meeting, the Board recognized Spanish River High School student Samantha Berke, for winning first place in the 2025 Dori Saves Lives Spread the Word Video PSA Contest. The contest was organized by the Dori Slosberg Foundation, a non-profit, public service organization dedicated to traffic and road safety. Samantha’s winning video PSA was on the topic of distracted driving. Congratulations, Samantha!

South Bay Celebrates Literacy 📚 The city of South Bay held its first Community Literacy Week, as part of National Literacy Month. The daily events, which continue through Saturday, bring together community members, educators, and more, to help make reading fun, engaging, and accessible. When we all come together, we can inspire the next generation of lifelong readers.

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY ⭐️ A heartfelt thank you to Publix and local store manager Perry Menchel for their ongoing support of our schools. Mr. Menschel routinely visits Olympic Heights High School and speaks to students in the Finance Academy about career planning and life after high school. His dedication to working with our students is a great example of the business community and school community coming together to make a positive impact.

During the September 16 School Board meeting, the Board recognized Jupiter High School student John Abkemeier Jr., for receiving the American Heart Association Heart Saver Hero Award. John Jr. performed CPR on his father, John Sr., for three minutes after his father collapsed at their home. John Jr. had learned CPR in his P.E. class just two weeks prior. Congratulations to John Abkemeier Jr. on receiving the American Heart Association Heart Saver Hero Award and for his quick-thinking life-saving actions. You can see more of his story here, from WPTV: wptv.com/news/local-news/our…

Leaders in the Law To recognize Constitution Day, students from 10 middle and high schools who participate in pre-law and criminal justice academy programs gathered for a special event to practice what they are learning in the classroom. With the guidance of Honorable Judges from the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, the students participated in a hands-on mock trial, acting as attorneys and jurors. We are so grateful to our special guests for giving their time to help the next generation of leaders. This is just one of the many ways our choice and career academies go beyond the classroom to help students prepare for their futures!