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Liz Ramos
August 10, 2022

Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy ready to open for its first year

The newest school in Lakewood Ranch promises to offer education amplified.

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Liz Ramos
August 9, 2022

Rowlett Academy families look forward to a new school year

East County is among the parents who get an introduction to the 2022-23 school year.

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Liz Ramos
August 8, 2022

ODA welcomes new head of school

Debra Otey says she looks forward to her 30th year in education at ODA.

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Liz Ramos
August 2, 2022

Bradenton's Freedom Elementary celebrates its 'A' performance

Braden River Middle School falls to a C grade while the district maintains its B rating.

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Liz Ramos
August 1, 2022

School Board of Manatee County, District 5: James Golden

Meet the candidate.

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Liz Ramos
August 1, 2022

School Board of Manatee County, District 5: Richard Tatem

Meet the candidate.

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Liz Ramos
August 1, 2022

School Board of Manatee County, District 5: Chantal Wilford

Meet the candidate.

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Liz Ramos
August 1, 2022

Manatee School District reaches land deal with SMR Taylor Ranch for new school

The new elementary school will help address population growth in East County.

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Liz Ramos
July 30, 2022

Changes coming to standardized testing in Sarasota and Manatee counties

With the new Florida Assessment of Student Thinking, students will be tested three times per year.

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Liz Ramos
July 29, 2022

High school survival tips from those who know

Current students offer tips on avoiding high school pitfalls.

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Ryan Kohn
July 29, 2022

Early preparation key in getting students to eat healthy

Here are some tips for low-stress meal preparation as your child heads to school.

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Lesley Dwyer
July 25, 2022

Longboat Island Chapel awards 10 scholarships to local students

The students each received $1,500 for tuition, boarding and books.

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Liz Ramos
July 22, 2022

Crossing guard safeguards Lakewood Ranch's most precious commodity: Children

Indigo's Donald Karn has been a crossing guard for three years and loves interacting with the students and parents.

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Liz Ramos
July 21, 2022

Scholarship program sends more Manatee students to New College

Bishop Parker Foundations provides $159,000 for scholarships for Manatee County students headed for New College of Florida.

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Ryan Kohn
July 19, 2022

East County Athlete of the Week: Seth Shamrock

The Lakewood Ranch High rising senior is rated by Kohl's Snapping as a four-star long snapper.

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Liz Ramos
July 17, 2022

Arizona College of Nursing to open campus in Manatee in August

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center will be among regional hospitals to benefit from new college of nursing.

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Liz Ramos
July 13, 2022

Construction on charter school's first phase nears completion

With an Aug. 10 opening day approaching, construction crews have the coming Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy on schedule.

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Liz Ramos
July 11, 2022

Braden River High claims national TSA title

Three division titles lead Braden River High to national TSA team championship.

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Liz Ramos
July 7, 2022

Free lunches no longer an option for most Lakewood Ranch students

Most East County schools will require parents to apply for free lunches based on need.

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Liz Ramos
July 1, 2022

Manatee Technical College fast-tracks grads into the workforce in Bradenton and Sarasota region

Many Manatee Technical College students secured a job before they even graduate.

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Liz Ramos
June 28, 2022

Manatee School District considers how to use vacant land to address growth

The district has three parcels totaling 186 acres in the Lakewood Ranch area on which to build new schools.

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Liz Ramos
June 22, 2022

Manatee School District implements new project to improve school climate

Thirty-three percent of students surveyed say the actions of fellow students hurt their performance, so the school district hopes Project Spark leads to better learning environment.

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Liz Ramos
June 17, 2022

Braden River Middle renovations near completion

The School District of Manatee County takes advantage of summer months to continue renovations, which include a newly configured administration area and a cafeteria expansion.