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former Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts, Orioles pitcher Mychal Givens, Orioles mascot "Bird," Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini, Orioles pitcher Mike Wright Jr., and Madison Wright, a personal trainer and registered dietician.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 19, 2019
Students, Orioles tackle fitness and fun

Students were cheered on and led through fitness exercises by Orioles team members.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 15, 2019
School district announces district National Merit Scholarship finalists

33 Sarasota County students in total were selected as National Merit Scholarships finalists.

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A security officer stands guard at Sarasota High School as students are released for their lunch period.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 14, 2019
One year post-Parkland: What school security in Sarasota looks like today

After the Parkland shooting in 2018, Sarasota schools sped up some security measures, and new ones appeared.

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Cynthia Saunders was hired as superintendent of the School District of Manatee County Tuesday night.
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  • Andrew Atkins
  • February 12, 2019
School Board of Manatee County hires Saunders

In a 3-2 vote, the board approved a contract for interim superintendent Cynthia Saunders.

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Educators pose with William H. Bashaw, in front. He served as Manatee County Schools Superintendent for from 1970 to 1983. Courtesy photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 11, 2019
Bradenton school namesake dies

Former Manatee Schools Superintendent William H. Bashaw leaves legacy.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 8, 2019
It's time for sweethearts at Willis Elementary in Lakewood Ranch

Valentine's ball features music, dancing and doughnuts.

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(Right to left) Sergeant Duane Oakes, Officer Elena Giannini, Chief Tim Enos and Sergeant Todd Perna. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 7, 2019
Sarasota schools' police force hires first academy recruit

The newest school resource officer of The Sarasota County Schools Police Department was recognized at the Feb. 5 School Board meeting.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 6, 2019
School board broadens discussion regarding electronic device policies

School Board members expanded their review of cell phone use to address electronic devices in general.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 4, 2019
Parents, guardians able to apply for School Choice in Sarasota County

Controlled Open Enrollment is currently open for students in any district to be enrolled with Sarasota County Schools.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 1, 2019
Lakewood Ranch area school fans flames of fun

Braden River Elementary hosts annual bonfire fundraiser.

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The top 18 elementary, middle and high school STEM projects in Sarasota were on display at the STEM Fair Expo.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 1, 2019
Students use STEM to learn, compete, play

Sarasota County students had the opportunity to shine at the 2018 STEM Fair Expo.

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Sarasota High School RN Ginger Godley and HRA Mary Belvin
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 31, 2019
School board agrees to pursue plan for more nurses

Over the next several years, Sarasota County Schools will phase in more on-site LPNs and RNs to care for students’ medical needs.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 22, 2019
School Board member Bridget Ziegler proposes cell phone ban at schools

The Sarasota County School Board is considering banning cell phones on district campuses in the future. But will the idea buzz well with everyone?

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Mustangs senior forward Josh Young barrels into a Pirates defender on a drive to the basket.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 16, 2019
Mustangs extend culture of winning — and fun

The Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball program has had a consistent culture despite the typical turnover of high school rosters.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 7, 2019
Sarasota Film Festival extends registration for first ever collaborative student film contest

Local students have been provided more time to register for Sarasota County School’s first ever Student PSA Film Contest.

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