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Annabelle Sikes
March 5, 2024

WHS becomes first school in UCF's K-12 Knighthon Program to raise over half a million dollars

Windermere High School raised $77,702.82 at the annual dance marathon event.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 3, 2024

PHOTOS: Hamlin Elementary hosts Enchanted Evening

The cafeteria was decorated in an enchanting theme, complete with tables resembling ponds, giant mushrooms, “log” pillows, hanging flowers and a plethora of fairy lights.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 3, 2024

PHOTOS: Keene’s Crossing Elementary hosts Glow Party

Students wore their brightest colors and light-up clothing for an evening of dancing and fun at Keene's Crossing.

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Annabelle Sikes
March 3, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Windermere High School Dance Marathon

Windermere High School students raised $77,702.82 in funds and spread awareness through the annual dance marathon event, which supports the local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.

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Annabelle Sikes
March 2, 2024

Holy Family Catholic School junior thespian troupe places outstanding in all categories of state competition

Thespian Troupe 10724 is led by mother and daughter duo Lisa and Hayleigh Jusas who have spent their lives in theater.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 28, 2024

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Angel Bodiford, Thornebrooke Elementary School

Program assistant Angel Bodiford has been at the elementary school since it opened 22 years ago.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 28, 2024

Bay Lake student earns barbecue lunch for class

Elementary school fourth-grader Aayat Beg’s kindness filled the hearts — and bellies — of her fellow classmates.

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Michael Eng
February 28, 2024

Inside the OCPS teachers health insurance impasse

There have been lots of numbers publicized regarding the proposed increase in health insurance costs for Orange County teachers. Here are the facts.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 28, 2024

Gotha Middle student first to win top honors/best in show at Florida State Junior Thespian Festival

Ava Petroski, 13, achieved a perfect score and beat out other writers from across the state in the yearly competition.

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Michael Eng
February 26, 2024

UPDATE: Threat against Windermere High deemed non-credible

Principal Andrew Leftakis said the threat was made on social media.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 26, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Summerlake Elementary School Stars Dance

Gator students, friends and family members danced the night away at the special evening.

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Sam Albuquerque
February 25, 2024

Sand Lake Elementary, PTA host students and families for its Sweetheart Dance

Students and their plus ones enjoyed a night full of dancing and fun at the school's annual dance event.

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Sam Albuquerque
February 23, 2024

OCPS offers teachers 'historic' 10% raise, rejects special magistrate's insurance recommendation

Officials from the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association said insurance costs are the 'only issue that remains at impasse.'

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Annabelle Sikes
February 21, 2024

Four West Orange students selected as winners in Page 15's writing contest

Out of 178 submissions, four authors from the selected 15 winners of Page 15's annual High School Writing Contest are from West Orange County.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Dannerys Sanchez, Dr. Phillips Elementary School

Dannerys Sanchez is the front office clerk at Dr. Phillips Elementary School and is the first point of contact for parents, staff and visitors.

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