Whether it’s dressing up like a Dr. Seuss animated character or starting vocabulary wars in the classroom, Yaneli Lago is always seeking ways to make her class a place where students learn and grow. The Florida Department of Education has recognized her as a high impact teacher and the reasons are clear. Lago is professional, dynamic, knowledgeable, consistent and humble.In recognition of her dedication and achievements, the school has named...

Boston University, an internationally recognized institution of higher education and research, awarded academic degrees to 2,129 students in January.
Among the graduates was Francis A. Zamora of Miami Lakes who received a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science.

After a three and half hour marathon, Hialeah Miami Lakes (HML) High’s softball team outlasted district rival Jackson, 20-14, at the Generals’ home field last week. The Trojans pulled away in the 7th inning, scoring three runs to seal the victory. HML started off the season with a 12-0 shut out victory over Northwestern and a victory over Reagan before losing to district foes Miami Springs, 15-0 and Goleman, 9-2. The Trojans are 4-2, (3-2 in...

Although Yordanka Mezawi is an English teacher, she can usually be found doing much more than teaching. From preparing over 30 students for a national debate competition in Washington D.C., to helping and mentoring new and incoming teachers, she does it all.This year, Mezawi teaches advanced placement language and composition as well as ninth grade English literature. But in the 15 years that she has taught high school at Miami Lakes...

Lawton Chiles Middle School (LCMS) has a new band director, Harold Hankerson, who has helped the program really take off. A tremendous outpouring of support from parents and help from EESAC funding has made it possible to make much needed repairs to damaged instruments and purchase new uniforms for the students in preparation for their music performance assessment this spring.Band students have embraced the challenge of getting ready for...