Schools

Observer Staff
July 3, 2024

Pine View student earns statewide leadership position

Terry Shen was elected governor by his peers at the American Legion's annual Boys State.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
July 1, 2024

Questions arise over Manatee school board seat vacancy

A former school board member has filed a lawsuit against the Manatee County supervisor of elections over the soon-to-be vacant school board seat.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
June 24, 2024

MTC student says his education gives him power in the job market

East County's Evan Bouthillier is graduating from the diesel system technician program with plans to continue learning.

East County
Schools

Ian Swaby
June 19, 2024

Sarasota School Board extends superintendent's contract

Terry Connor, superintendent of Sarasota County Schools, is now officially signed on to serve for the next five years.

Sarasota
Schools

Ian Swaby
June 18, 2024

Athletes with intellectual disabilities shine at Camp Shriver

Special Olympics Florida teamed up with Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School to bring the camp to Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
June 12, 2024

School uniforms simplified: Children’s World celebrates 60 years in business

The local retailer partners with area schools to provide a physical location for families to shop for school uniforms.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
June 10, 2024

Lakewood Ranch educator covers pre-K jitters in her first book

Susan Cueto hopes her book can help pre-K students overcome their fear of starting school.

East County
Neighbors

Liz Ramos
June 7, 2024

Manatee County schools will spend $1.4 million on weapon detection screeners

Firearms detection systems will be placed at each high school and randomly at middle schools starting on the first day of school.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
June 6, 2024

Gullett Elementary principal chosen to lead new K-8 school in Lakewood Ranch

The School District of Manatee County's first K-8 school will open in August 2025.

East County
Schools

Ian Swaby
June 5, 2024

Sarasota School Board sets vision for next 6 years, addresses VPK cost gap

The strategic plan prioritizes early childhood education and literacy.

Sarasota
Schools

Liz Ramos
June 4, 2024

Braden River High to welcome new principal

Wendell Butler wants to create the opportunity for students to become the best version of themselves.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
May 29, 2024

Braden River Elementary to welcome new principal

Mary Oliva is ready to be a hands-on principal, engaging in all that Braden River Elementary has to offer.

East County
Schools

Liz Ramos
May 24, 2024

The Out-of-Door Academy students say farewell to high school

The school's largest graduating class looks forward to their next chapter.

East County
Schools

Ian Swaby
May 22, 2024

Sarasota School Board advances revised public comment policy

The policy, which the board plans to discuss at a future meeting, would move general comments to the end of board meetings.

Sarasota
Schools

Liz Ramos
May 22, 2024

More additions, renovations planned for East County schools

The future of a new high school in Lakewood Ranch is uncertain.

East County
Schools

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