Bennie Sanders, a third grader at Miami Lakes K-8 Center, is this year’s elementary school essay winner in a contest held by the Lemon City Cemetery Community Corporation, Inc.       The essay topic for students from across Miami-Dade County was “Why I am proud of my heritage as I plan for my own future.”       This is the 29th year the Lemon City Cemetery Community Corporation...

     Bob Graham Education Center’s robotics teams showed off their skills during a contest at Miami Dade College’s North Campus. At the Feb. 3 SECME Competition hosted by Miami-Dade County School’s science and math department, three BGEC teams took 1st place in two events and won 2nd place in one category.       The University of Florida created a SECME program (which focuses on science,...

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.  Most events require preregistration, call the branch at 305-822-6520 or email truglioj@mdpls.org. Healthy Air Fryer Treats Wed., Feb. 28 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Lean how to make healthier versions of tasty treats during a hands-on class. Materials provided. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Ages 12+ All About...

     Do the Right Thing of Miami, Inc. and the City of Miami Police Dept. honored students who go above and beyond at school and in their communities during a ceremony in January.      Recognized was Natalie Garcia, a seventh grader at Bob Graham Education Center in Miami Lakes. The organizations gave Natalie the award after she showed compassion and cared for a younger student at her...

     Bob Graham Education Center’s Advanced Band participated in the Florida Bandmasters Association Solo and Ensemble Festival.        Seven students along with teacher Carlos Perez traveled to Coral Reef Senior High School in southwest Miami-Dade County on Feb. 2 to play with hundreds of middle and high school students from across the county.       All seven students...