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Leticia Silva
January 27, 2026

Beyond the books: How Thornebrooke Elementary cultivates lifelong friendships

The program brings fourth- and fifth-graders together with students with special learning needs through Barracuda Buddies.

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Leticia Silva
January 27, 2026

State of the Academy: Foundation Academy looks into the past and future

Foundation Academy held its annual State of the Academy to inform parents and educators of accomplishments and future goals.

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January 27, 2026

BREAKING: Police: Summerport shooting victim sustains life-threatening injuries

Several roads are blocked, and residents have been told to shelter in their homes as police continue to investigate.

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Leticia Silva
January 26, 2026

Two Southwest Orange County schools named Apple Distinguished Schools

Orange County Public Schools announced four schools in the district have been recognized for their excellence in innovation and technology.

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Liz Ramos
January 26, 2026

OCPS kicks off district-wide reading challenge

Let's Read, OCPS! will take place from Monday, Jan. 26, to Thursday, April 30.

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Liz Ramos
January 23, 2026

Dr. Phillips High alumna nominated for Television Academy Foundation award

Elizaveta Makarenko has been nominated in the Animation Series category for "Beautify," which she wrote, produced and directed.

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Liz Ramos
January 23, 2026

Four West Orange County schools receive recognition for magnet programs

Dr. Phillips High, Lakeview Middle and Bay Meadows and Tildenville elementary schools are among 15 Orange County Public Schools to receive recognition.

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Leticia Silva
January 21, 2026

Controversial book remains in OCPS libraries

‘Do Animals Fall in Love?’ by Katharina von der Gathen will remain available at OCPS middle school libraries.

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Leticia Silva
January 20, 2026

Want to name the new Horizon West elementary school?

Fill out an OCPS survey that will be available until 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6.

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Leticia Silva
January 16, 2026

8-year-old Winter Garden boy writes, publishes book

Foundation Academy student Jacob Nethers has published his first book, ‘The Dragons of Gargon,’ at just 8 years old.

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Liz Ramos
January 14, 2026

OCPS achieves highest graduation rate in history

Ocoee and Windermere high schools are among the highest graduation rates in the district.

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Liz Ramos
January 13, 2026

Winter Garden educator leads with purpose in new microschool

Lea Thompson created Purpose Prep Academy to provide individualized education to students after experiencing a childhood of not being academically challenged.

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Liz Ramos
January 9, 2026

Casting call: OCPS looking for students to perform in Top Talent LIVE

The Top Talent LIVE application is open through Friday, Feb. 13.

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Leticia Silva
January 7, 2026

FORECAST 2026: Horizon West's newest elementary school

A new Horizon West elementary school to open in August to alleviate nearby Panther Lake and Water Spring elementary schools.

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Michael Eng
January 7, 2026

FORECAST 2026: The fight for free thought

How Horizon High School teacher William Loggans became the poster child for independent thought in public education.

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