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Liz Ramos
July 20, 2023

Construction projects progress at east Bradenton schools in new school year

Additions or renovations will take place at Freedom and Tara elementary schools, Haile Middle and Lakewood Ranch High.

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Liz Ramos
July 20, 2023

A guide to the Bright Futures Scholarship program

Every student in Florida can attend can receive a post-secondary education for less money through the Bright Futures Scholarship program.

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Liz Ramos
July 20, 2023

Manatee schools' new superintendent ready to impact more students

Throughout his career, Jason Wysong has been looking for the next opportunity to make a bigger impact.

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Liz Ramos
July 11, 2023

Two Lakewood Ranch residents earn their enrollment to West Point

After receiving nominations from U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, Jaden Blank and Chase Merriam have enrolled at the military academy.

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Liz Ramos
July 3, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy's upper school takes shape

The building is expected to be complete in time for the first day of school Aug. 10.

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Liz Ramos
July 3, 2023

School superintendent Jason Wysong talks about his priorities in Manatee County

Jason Wysong shares his vision for the School District of Manatee County.

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Liz Ramos
July 1, 2023

Aviation Maintenance Technician School ready for takeoff at SRQ

Manatee Technical College and Suncoast Technical College, among other partners, celebrate the groundbreaking of the new aviation school that will offer hands-on opportunities for students.

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Liz Ramos
June 28, 2023

College degree leads to new opportunities for first-generation graduate

Bradenton's Shelbie Ricks will pass on her family's agriculture knowledge and legacy as a teacher at Lakewood Ranch High School.

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Liz Ramos
June 28, 2023

Manatee Technical College's new diesel program is in high gear

Students received several offers from prospective employers even before finishing the class.

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Liz Ramos
June 12, 2023

Braden River High JROTC instructor retires after 18 years of teaching

More than 100 former students surprised Lt. Col. Jay Bradin with a retirement party.

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Liz Ramos
June 9, 2023

Visual and performing arts camp a high note for Manatee students

Students participating in the School District of Manatee County's art and band camps develop their artistic talents.

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Liz Ramos
June 8, 2023

Braden River High student follows dreams through Disney Dreamers Academy

Cynthia Medina hopes to enter the biomedical field to help people across the world using the skills she learned and connections she made at Dreamers Academy.

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Liz Ramos
June 7, 2023

Three new schools planned for East County

An elementary school, a K-8 school and a high school are planned to help alleviate over-capacity schools and address growth in eastern Manatee.

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Liz Ramos
May 28, 2023

Lakewood Ranch High mourns death of physics teacher

Dan Goodman is remembered for his NASA career and dedication to his students and family.

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Liz Ramos
May 26, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Prep freshmen celebrate end of school year

The inaugural upper school class looks forward to moving onto the next school year.

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Liz Ramos
May 25, 2023

Myakka City Elementary students end the school year with a rodeo

More than 40 students show their skills in barrel-racing, goat-tying, pole-bending and bull-riding.

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Liz Ramos
May 22, 2023

Parrish Community High names new interim principal

Daniel Bradshaw will begin serving as principal July 1 as Craig Little assumes an administrative position with the district.

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Liz Ramos
May 21, 2023

Lakewood Ranch woman seeks donations for backpack program

Judy Balmer hopes to donate 800 backpacks through Stillpoint Mission to distribute to low-income families.

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Liz Ramos
May 20, 2023

Braden River High graduates look to the future

Braden River High School celebrates the graduation of 385 students.

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Liz Ramos
May 19, 2023

Mini Mustangs graduation a big moment for Lakewood Ranch High seniors

The pre-K graduation was held on the same day the seniors, who helped teach the Mini Mustangs, received their diplomas.

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Liz Ramos
May 19, 2023

Out-of-Door Academy graduates say goodbye to their 'home'

The 2023 graduates are ready to turn their tassels and take on next adventure.

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Liz Ramos
May 18, 2023

Gene Witt Elementary hosts Florida Field and Farm Days

Students received agriculture and history during the special event.

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Liz Ramos
May 17, 2023

Lakewood Ranch High seniors move onto the next chapter

More than 600 students received their diplomas during graduation.

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Liz Ramos
May 16, 2023

Jason Wysong named Manatee County schools' next superintendent

If the contract is approved, Wysong will take the helm of the district July 1.

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Liz Ramos
May 16, 2023

Braden River High senior pursues a dream job in sports

Benny Hedgepeth's love for baseball and sports in general inspires him to pursue a career in sports law.

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Liz Ramos
May 16, 2023

Lakewood Ranch High agriculture program beefs up labs

The school's agriculture lab underwent upgrades that double its beef barn and provide a new swine facility.

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Liz Ramos
May 15, 2023

Tara Elementary opens Banana Leaf Restaurant for one night only

Kindergartners took on roles within the restaurant, which served Italian, Peruvian, Thai and Vietnamese food.

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Liz Ramos
May 10, 2023

Lakewood Ranch senior ready to move onto bigger pastures

Ryann Hilyer, a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School, plans to continue to pursuing her love for agriculture and cows in college.

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Sidra Wali
May 9, 2023

Pen Women award scholarships to local high schoolers

Eleven local students won art, music and writing awards and showcased their work.

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Liz Ramos
May 7, 2023

Manatee schools-USF partnership encourages new teachers to stay local

The School District of Manatee County has hired 10 new teachers who graduated from USF Sarasota-Manatee’s education programs.

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Liz Ramos
May 2, 2023

School experiences at ODA launch senior toward promising future

After an internship at Blake Hospital and positive experiences in science classes, Lakewood Ranch's Maria Shaw can't wait to work toward becoming a surgeon.