State releases school grades - most in area earn As

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     Schools in Miami Lakes continue to perform well on state tests, earning A ratings after students took exams in 2024-2025.        School Board Member Roberto Alonso, who represents District 4, said he was proud of the schools’ achievements.       Four schools in the area outside of town raised their rankings, too.      The town has a reputation for...

Kevin Hernandez earns Eagle Scout rank

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 16, 2025

     Kevin Hernandez of Miami Lakes earned an Eagle Scout rank in May.      A graduate of Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, Kevin, 17, hopes to join the U.S. Air Force in the fall and become a firefighter.      To earn his scouting credential, Kevin volunteered for more than 120 hours at the Miami-Dade County Animal Services Center in Doral.       “I feel...

Mayor for a Day

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 2, 2025

     Hialeah Gardens High School rising senior Isabella Brana served as Mayor for a Day on June 6, which was also Miami-Dade Youth Governance Day. Mayor Josh Dieguez said that he explained to Isabella the functions of town government and his role as mayor as they toured Town Hall and local businesses. Kids participated with their elected officials in municipalities in the county, a project of Virtutem Populo.    ...

Students learn computer animation techniques

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 2, 2025

 The Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board and the Miami-Dade County Animation Alliance held an animation class for special needs students at the Mary Collins Community Center. It was sponsored by Miami-Dade County; The TAFT Foundation; the Special Needs Advisory Board; The Town of Miami Lakes and Fantasy Theater Factory.      Students learned how to use an animation program and drawing tablets during the class...

Miami Lakes Library Programs

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 2, 2025

   The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.        Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early. Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes.         To check availability, call 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at bit.ly/3Wnp6tC.      The library at 6699 Windmill Gate Rd....
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