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Megan Bruinsma
March 28, 2026

PHOTOS: 2026 Tildenville Elementary Tigers’ Ball

Families had a blast dancing through the decades at Tildenville Elementary Tigers’ Ball Saturday, March 28.

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Leticia Silva
March 27, 2026

PHOTOS: Whispering Oak Elementary hosts Spring Carnival

The school’s Parent-Teacher Organization held its annual Spring Carnival for students, friends and families.

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Liz Ramos
March 27, 2026

OCPS searches for high school students for Summer Production Series

The district is looking for high school performers and technicians for the its first OCPS Summer Production Series, with a production of "In the Heights."

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Liz Ramos
March 26, 2026

Retired OCPS deputy superintendent to run for school board chair

Dr. Mike Armbruster is one of three candidates for Orange County School Board chair.

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Leticia Silva
March 25, 2026

Top Talent Live 2026 student finalists announced

The Top Talent Live event is a talent competition created by A Foundation for Orange County Public Schools.

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Liz Ramos
March 25, 2026

OCPS Student Connectivity Day introduces students to new passions

High school students learn about school clubs and organizations giving them a chance to connect with others while finding new interests.

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Liz Ramos
March 25, 2026

New leader takes helm of Windermere Preparatory School

As the new head of school, Alex Birchenall wants to honor the 25-year history and legacy of the school while also looking to expand the school and its programs.

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Liz Ramos
March 23, 2026

Windermere Preparatory School looks to expand

Orange County will host a community meeting regarding a two-story K-5 school and amend streets and siting standards in Horizon West.

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Liz Ramos
March 23, 2026

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Mari Mondesir, Ocoee Middle School

Mari Mondesir is the English for Speakers of Other Languages compliance teacher, SAFE coordinator and Partners in Education coordinator at Ocoee Middle School.

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Leticia Silva
March 19, 2026

Foundation Academy thespian troupe to compete at Florida State Thespian Festival

The troupe will perform "The Internet is Distract — Oh Look, a Kitten!" at the Florida State Thespian Festival at 9:45 a.m. Friday, March 20 at the Ferguson Hall in Tampa.

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Liz Ramos
March 18, 2026

Behind-the-scenes glimpse at new magnet program

Ocoee High Technical Theatre Academy provides hands-on educational experiences in behind-the-scenes aspects of theater, preparing students to enter the entertainment industry upon graduation.