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Ian Swaby
April 1, 2024

School police officers lead new program to prevent drug use

The Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence program brings school resource officers and students together to tackle the issue of drug use.

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Schools

Observer Staff
March 14, 2024

Siesta Kiwanis Club nurtures early reading

The Read Learn Dream program places books and other literacy-enhancing materials in the hands of preschoolers in select city schools.

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Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 9, 2024

CareerEdge offers free CNA training program

The fast-track program for certified nursing assistants will begin April 30.

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News

Observer Staff
March 7, 2024

Stacy Lahdenpera named School-Related Employee of the Year

The Riverview High admin assistant will enjoy a free two-year lease on a 2024 Ford Bronco.

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Schools

James Peter
March 6, 2024

For-profit charter school approved amid public opposition in Sarasota

Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy’s application says it will contract with Charter Schools USA, a for-profit education management company.

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Schools

James Peter
March 1, 2024

Sarasota students explore key moments in history for county contest

The winners and runners-up of the Sarasota County competition will advance to the Florida History Day Contest in May.

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Schools

Ian Swaby
February 22, 2024

Charter school proposal raises concerns for Sarasota School Board

As the Sarasota County School Board reviewed a proposal for Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy, board members voiced a range of concerns that included what they said was a lack of detailed plans.

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Schools

Ian Swaby
February 9, 2024

Parents and kids dance to same beat at Family Fun & Resource Night

Booker Middle School hosted kids activities and key community resources.

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Schools

Louis Llovio
January 25, 2024

USF's long-awaited Sarasota-Manatee residence hall nearly complete

Building the hall and student center on the small campus proved to be a challenge that officials say is well worth it.

Sarasota
Schools

Ian Swaby
January 21, 2024

Garden Club, Oak Park School plant 'tourist tree' on Florida Arbor Day

Students from the school, which serves children with disabilities, helped carry out the project.

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Neighbors

Ian Swaby
January 18, 2024

Sarasota School Board brings focus to operational excellence

The Sarasota County School Board discussed an organizational excellence overview, a framework for school performance and a literacy plan.

Sarasota
Schools

Ian Swaby
January 17, 2024

Calls persist for Bridget Ziegler's resignation from Sarasota School Board

Embattled Sarasota County School Board member Bridget Ziegler shows no signs of resigning, despite mounting pressure from students and the public.

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Schools

Observer Staff
January 10, 2024

Community foundation opens scholarship applications for Sarasota sutdents

Students may apply for higher education financial aid through April 3.

Sarasota
Schools

Ian Swaby
December 19, 2023

Suncoast School for Innovative Studies students write letters to Santa

The second and third graders told Santa what they hoped to receive and what they were thankful for.

Sarasota
Schools

Andrew Warfield
December 14, 2023

Riverview High mourns loss of longtime principal Edward Brown Jr.

One retired teacher called Brown Jr. "The founding father of Riverview High School."

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