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Pam Eubanks
March 31, 2010

Braden River senior offers help to homeless

Last week, Alycia Bower, a varsity cheerleader, launched a new program called Helpfulness Against Homelessness through her involvement in the service organization ManaTEENS.

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Jen Blanco
March 25, 2010

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Sprouts

Students in the Dinosaurs pre-kindergarten class at the Sprouts Child Development Center preschool program share their favorite Easter memories.

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Pam Eubanks
March 25, 2010

Bashaw jumps for fun (WITH VIDEO)

Students at Bashaw Elementary School showed off their jump roping skills today during the school's annual Jump for Fun event.

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Jen Blanco
March 24, 2010

Army captain thanks BRE students

Capt. Bradley Denisar spoke to students about being stationed in Afghanistan during the Wrangler News broadcast March 18.

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Jen Blanco
March 18, 2010

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: McNeal

Students in Carolyn Winget's third-grade class at McNeal Elementary School share their plans for Spring Break.

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Pam Eubanks
March 17, 2010

BRE teacher composes songwriting workshop

The Nashville Songbirds, a trio of female songwriters, will bring their music business expertise to the East County thanks to Braden River Elementary teacher Rob Gorley.

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Jen Blanco
March 11, 2010

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: BRE

Students in Tracie Nissley's fourth- and fifth-grade classroom at Braden River Elementary discuss the difficulties of taking the FCAT.

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Jen Blanco
March 10, 2010

Survivors recount Holocaust experience at Ranch

Fifteen Holocaust survivors from the Sarasota/ Manatee Jewish Federation spoke during the Ranch Remembers the Holocaust event on March 1-4.

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Pam Eubanks
March 10, 2010

A call for patriotism

The Lakewood Ranch Elks on Feb. 26 honored seven local elementary and middle school students who won the organization's recent essay contest, which was themed "The American Dream: What is It?"

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Pam Eubanks
March 9, 2010

No shortened school day Wednesday

Manatee County Public Schools students will have a full day of school tomorrow because of FCAT testing.

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Pam Eubanks
March 8, 2010

Vern Buchanan visits Braden River

U.S. Rep Vern Buchanan spoke about government and hard work to about 100 students at Braden River Middle School March 8.

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Pam Eubanks
March 3, 2010

Ranch Key Club pitches tents for second Campout for a Cause

The club will host the fundraising effort for six local charities this weekend. Twelve bands will be performing at the event.

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Michael Eng
March 1, 2010

Superintendent urges parent involvement in school budget

Tim McGonegal anticipates another $6 to $15 million in cuts for the 2010-11 school year.

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Pam Eubanks
February 25, 2010

Teens encouraged to 'live their dreams'

A free speaking event for middle school students and their parents on the topic will be held from 6:30-8 p.m., tonight, at Braden River High School.

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Pam Eubanks
February 23, 2010

School Board donates $37,000 for Haitian relief efforts

District officials presented a check to the American Red Cross' Manatee County chapter at a meeting Feb. 22.

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Pam Eubanks
February 22, 2010

School board to discuss BRE budget

The Manatee County School Board tonight will vote on two change orders to an agreement between the district and NDC Construction Co. to reduce the guaranteed maximum price of renovations of Braden River Elementary School by $245,115.04, bringing the maximum price to almost $7.217 million.

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Pam Eubanks
February 19, 2010

Pirates earn top spot in district TSA competition

The Braden River High School Technology Student Association team took top honors at the TSA Manatee County District Competition recently.

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Pam Eubanks
February 18, 2010

CEO roundtable meets Friday

The meeting will start at 8 a.m., Feb. 19, at the school district's support center.

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Pam Eubanks
February 17, 2010

Home Depot employee constructs lesson

Mark Campbell giving East County kids a chance to learn as they build.

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Pam Eubanks
February 16, 2010

Girl injured in school bus accident

A student at Haile Middle School was injured today when a rental truck struck the back of her school bus.

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Pam Eubanks
February 10, 2010

Hundreds to gather for leadership conference

Students representing five counties will take part in a leadership conference at Woodland Community Church tomorrow.

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Jen Blanco
February 10, 2010

McNeal, family rally behind 4-year-old cancer patient

Aracely Mendoza, diagnosed with stage four cancer, will begin her fourth round of chemotherapy Friday.

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Michael Eng
February 4, 2010

East County dentist brightens smiles

Creekwood Dental will host "Give Kids a Smile Day" from 1-4 p.m., tomorrow, Feb. 5, at its office, 5210 Creekwood Blvd. This event allows students in need from Manatee County's Public Schools to have free access to dental care provided by seven dentists and four hygienists.

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Pam Eubanks
February 3, 2010

Two East County residents enter school board race

Julie Aranibar and Albert Yusko will challenge incumbent Jane Pfeilsticker for the Manatee County School Board District 3 seat this August.

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Pam Eubanks
February 3, 2010

Fourth-grader performs national anthem - in sign

Braden River Elementary School's Levi Waxler has been learning sign language for more than two years.

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Pam Eubanks
February 1, 2010

LECOM students receive white coats

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton medical and pharmacy students transitioning from classroom study to clinical education received their white coats during a ceremony last weekend.

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Pam Eubanks
January 29, 2010

District seeking citizen input in legislative process

Superintendent Tim McGonegal said is taking a more proactive approach to getting parents and students involved in the legislative process, particularly on issues affecting education.

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Pam Eubanks
January 28, 2010

School district holds town hall meeting tonight

A town hall meeting teaching students and parents how to participate in the legislative process will be held at 7 p.m., tonight at Braden River High School.

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Pam Eubanks
January 27, 2010

Students learn about tooth care

Schindel Orthodontics visited children at Imagine School at Lakewood Ranch Jan. 26 to teach them about the importance of proper tooth care.

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Pam Eubanks
January 26, 2010

Deputies keep eyes on school zone

Local law enforcement agencies again are stepping up enforcement for the school zone at State Road 70 and River Club Boulevard.

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Pam Eubanks
January 25, 2010

Lakewood theater group earns 'superior' ratings

The Lakewood Ranch High School Drama Department earned accolades for its one-act play, '(Ab)Normal' during the International Thespian Society District 6 competition.

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Pam Eubanks
January 25, 2010

Schools host open houses

Braden River High School will host an open house at 6:30 p.m., tonight. Rowlett Elementary will host an open house Jan. 27.

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Pam Eubanks
January 22, 2010

East County youth sing in 'Death by Chocolate'

The jazz performance will be held Jan. 22 and Jan. 23.

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Loren Mayo
January 18, 2010

School to host open house

Parents and students are invited to attend an open house at Cardinal Mooney Sunday.

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Pam Eubanks
January 14, 2010

Non-profit seeks volunteers

Explore Some More Children's Museum is seeking volunteers for an upcoming special event.

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Pam Eubanks
January 13, 2010

PRECO offers $25,000 in scholarships

Peace River Electric Cooperative's charitable foundation, Operation Round Up, has set aside $25,00 in college scholarships. Ten scholarships are available.

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