For the first time ever, the Miami-Dade College Foundation hit the $1 million mark in fundraising. During the third annual IAM MDC Day last week, the organization raised a record $1,045,350 for scholarships and programs that support students seeking to earn their college degrees. Last year, the foundation raised $228,543. MDC alumni, staff, students and community members contributed large amounts of dollars to help reach the $1...

  On October 25, Hialeah Gardens Middle School (HGM) is hosting its first annual Interactive S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) night for the community of Miami Lakes as well as students and parents. The event will take place at 6 p.m. in the school’s cafeteria. Participants will be able to visit a variety of classrooms and participate in various hands-on S.T.E.A.M. related activities.  This year,...

  Hialeah Gardens High School was among several local high schools that brought home the gold in awards and scholarships at the NAF Academies Conference in Washington, D.C. The event focuses on professional development experience that ignites innovation and spreads effective practices across the NAF network through unique learning and networking opportunities. The conference was attended by more than 60 Miami-Dade County Public Schools...

  Bob Graham Education Center’s (BGEC) Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) celebrated abuelitos (Grandparents in Spanish) on Friday, September 7. Over 300 grandparents came and enjoyed breakfast with their grandchildren at both the primary learning center and main campus. It was a small gesture to show grandparents how truly thankful the administration of BGEC is for their involvement in the lives of students.  

  This year, $147 million has been allocated to improve buildings across Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS). More than 60 schools have unveiled their newest additions, and among them are some local schools. For Palm Springs North Elementary School, a total of $3.7 million was used to build a one-story building addition that will hold 10 classrooms and 180 new student stations. A Physical Education shelter was added, as well as...