Schools

Pam Eubanks
November 11, 2010

MAN ON THE STREET: Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, The East County Observer headed to Braden River Middle School this week to find out what students think about the holiday and why it's important.

East County
Schools

Michael Eng
November 10, 2010

Braden River welcomes new drama teacher

Although new to this post, Aaron Stone is not new to the Pirates. He helped Band Director Kendall Carrier build the marching program.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
November 10, 2010

Skype connects author, East County students

'Skeleton Creek' series author Patrick Carman chatted with students at Braden River Middle School Nov. 3.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
November 9, 2010

Special-needs kids take to the waves

About 80 special-needs children ages 3 to 17 headed to Siesta Key Beach Nov. 6 for the Hang 10 for Autism event, which was organized by the Center for Autism Research and Education. Participants were matched with a seasoned surfer and volunteer before heading to the water to learn to surf, skim board or paddle board. The Compound Boardshop was the event's primary sponsor.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
November 9, 2010

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Freedom Elementary

Four local veterans shared their military experiences with students at Freedom Elementary School Nov. 8 as part of "Bring a Vet to School" day, organized through BrightHouse Networks and the History Channel. Veterans also demonstrated how to fold the U.S. flag during the hourlong presentation.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
November 9, 2010

High school hosts Drug Facts Week event

Lakewood Ranch High School today hosted Dr. Lora Brown, a pain management doctor, as part of a presentation for National Drug Facts Week.

East County
News

Jen Blanco
November 8, 2010

Imagine students enjoy fall fun

Students at The Imagine School at Lakewood Ranch celebrated the change in season with their 3rd annual Fall Festival Nov. 6. Students enjoyed face painting, bounce houses, carnival-style games, music and refreshments, among other activities.

East County
Schools

Jen Blanco
November 8, 2010

Walkin' Wildcats

McNeal Elementary School students braved the chilly weather Nov. 5, as they spent part of the day outside during the school's 3rd annual Walkathon. In addition to raising more than $13,600 for the school, students enjoyed music, refreshments and a catapult launch, among other activities.

East County
Schools

Michael Eng
November 5, 2010

WEEKEND BEST BET: Music in Motion

Lakewood Ranch High School will host its eighth annual Music in Motion Marching Band Field and Competition Show Saturday night.

East County
Schools

Pam Eubanks
November 4, 2010

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Braden River Middle

What happens when an author combines good old book reading with mini-movies you watch for the next part of the story? - the "Skeleton Creek" book series! The series by Patrick Carman has been a hit with students at Braden River Middle School for the last year. Students in the school's dropout prevention and Exceptional Student Education programs got to speak with the author via Skype Nov. 4.

East County
Schools

Michael Eng
November 2, 2010

Pirates share school spirit at BRE

Dancers, cheerleaders and drummers from Braden River High School put on a spirited display Oct. 22 at Braden River Elementary School. The elementary students had a blast watching the high-schoolers perform.

East County
Schools

By Gene Venditti
November 2, 2010

Imagine School parties at Halloween dance

Middle school students at Imagine School of Lakewood Ranch scared up a good time at a Halloween dance Oct. 22. Students grooved with their glowsticks to classics like Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and also enjoyed parent-provided treats of brownies, cupcakes, nachos and cookies.

East County
Schools

Michael Eng
October 31, 2010

Costumed kids parade at Primrose

Buzz Lightyear, Batman and even Nintendo's Super Mario made an appearance at Primrose School of Lakewood Ranch's Parade of Costumes Oct. 29. Following the parade, the costumed kids returned to their classrooms for a Halloween party.

East County
Neighbors

Pam Eubanks
October 29, 2010

Freedom families flock to 'Hollywood'

Children at Freedom Elementary School donned their red carpet best for the school's Freedom Goes to Hollywood-themed dance Oct. 29. Guests enjoyed dancing, as well as popcorn and other snacks.

East County
Schools

Michael Eng
October 29, 2010

Braden River boogies at Halloween dance

Ghosts, superheroes and plenty of bumblebees flocked to Braden River Middle School for its Halloween dance Oct. 28. Participating students signed a pledge to remain drug free prior to hitting the dance floor.

East County
Schools

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MAN ON THE STREET: Veterans Day

Braden River welcomes new drama teacher

Skype connects author, East County students

Special-needs kids take to the waves

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Freedom Elementary

High school hosts Drug Facts Week event

Imagine students enjoy fall fun

Walkin' Wildcats

WEEKEND BEST BET: Music in Motion

CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: Braden River Middle

Pirates share school spirit at BRE

Imagine School parties at Halloween dance

Costumed kids parade at Primrose

Freedom families flock to 'Hollywood'

Braden River boogies at Halloween dance

Sarasota County commissioners pick chair, vice chair

St. Armands speed humps will be replaced with permanent speed tables

New north county park draws major collegiate softball tournament

Citrus County woman held in shooting death of Manatee man

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