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Debra Garcia
May 27, 2025

The Y launches free summer day camp program for Orange County middle-schoolers

Orange County government wants to help reduce the family cost of summer care.

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Debra Garcia
May 24, 2025

PHOTOS: Legacy High School graduation ceremony 2025

45 seniors crossed the stage, marking another year of 100% graduation rate at the charter school.

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Liz Ramos
May 24, 2025

PHOTOS: Central Florida Christian Academy graduation ceremony 2025

CFCA celebrated its 30-member Class of 2025 with an inspiring graduation ceremony Friday, May 23.

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Debra Garcia
May 23, 2025

PHOTOS: Dr. Phillips High School graduation ceremony 2025

The Class of 2025 ceremony featured student speeches, scholarship recognitions and presentation of diplomas on Thursday, May 22.

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Liz Ramos
May 22, 2025

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Jessica Sinanan, Independence Elementary School

Jessica Sinanan is an instructional coach at Independence Elementary School.

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Liz Ramos
May 21, 2025

PHOTOS: Olympia High School graduation ceremony 2025

Olympia High graduates walked across the stage to receive their diplomas Wednesday, May 21, at the University of Central Florida.

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Michael Eng
May 21, 2025

PHOTOS: West Orange High School's Class of 2025 senior moments

West Orange High School’s Class of 2025 worked for four years for these moments. And finally last week, they enjoyed them all.

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Michael Eng
May 21, 2025

Foundation Academy President Dave Buckles leaves the Lions’ den

After stepping down as president of Foundation Academy, Dave Buckles is using the lessons he learned to help schools across the country with his company, Paradox Consultants.

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By Observer Staff
May 21, 2025

Graduation 2025: New Class Just Dropped!

Look out, world! Like a new track that’s about to take Spotify by storm, the Class of 2025 is fit-checked and ready to make its mark on the world. And, we’re here for it.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 21, 2025

Water Spring middle-schooler takes top art award

Sixth-grader Shirley Zhou is one of the top artists in the state, according to recognition from the Florida Art Education Association.

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Debra Garcia
May 21, 2025

Hamlin Middle School principal retiring

Dr. Suzanne Knight leaves Orange County Public Schools after 37 years.

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Michael Eng
May 19, 2025

Windermere High employee placed on administrative leave following allegations

Principal Andrew Leftakis made the announcement just hours after a gun report disrupted school operations.

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Liz Ramos
May 19, 2025

Ocoee, Windermere seniors receive $10K scholarships

Ocoee High's Malik Maxceant and Windermere High's Meredith Wade received scholarships from Addition Financial Foundation.

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Michael Eng
May 17, 2025

PHOTOS: Foundation Academy Commencement Ceremony 2025

Foundation Academy celebrated its 88-member Class of 2025 with an inspiring and emotional Commencement Ceremony Friday, May 16, at Leiferman Gymnasium at the Tilden Campus.

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Sam Albuquerque
May 17, 2025

PHOTOS: The First Academy Commencement Ceremony 2025

The First Academy held its commencement ceremony for the Class of 2025 Friday, May 16, at First Orlando’s worship center.

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