Flavia Cuervo, a life-long Miami Lakes resident who attended Miami Lakes K-8 and then graduated from Miami Lakes Educational Center's (MLEC) Cambridge Academy, recently graduated from Harvard University. At MLEC, Cuervo attended the journalism strand and was the top student in her class, a Gates Millennium Scholar, a Mas Family Scholar, a Silver Knight nominee and editor-inchief of The Harbinger, MLEC’s student-run newspaper.

  On June 1, Monsignor Pace High School (Pace) held an induction ceremony for the new members of their National Spanish Honor Society (NSHS). Pace’s administration, faculty, staff and proud family members gathered as 11 of the 15 inductees were recognized for their hard work and dedication in their Spanish curriculum. The induction took place at the school’s Administration Building, and NSHS Moderator Francisco Soto spoke...

  This school year witnessed a wave of change go through Miami Lakes K-8 Center (MLK8), leaving it much stronger as it continues to build on a long- standing tradition of excellence.   With the leadership of new principal Yanelys Canales, and her assistant principals Veronika Sasturrias, Kelly Cabrera, and Dan Gangeri, the school achieved designation as a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) school by the...

  In celebration of Father's In Education Week, Spanish Lake Elementary (SLE) hosted a gathering called “Doughnuts for Dads Morning” in the media center. It was invigorating and enjoyable to witness over 800 dads sharing a morning doughnut, juice and coffee. In addition, SLE’s administrators treated the staff for Teacher Appreciation Week May 7 through 11, with daily surprises in store. On Monday, there was a leave...

  Miami-Dade County Public School Board Chairwoman Perla Tabares Hantman recently received an Honorary Degree in Public Service from Doral College during a commencement ceremony at the Wastco Center on the campus of the University of Miami. The Miami Lakes resident was recognized for her vision, leadership, determination and contributions to the community. The college said Hantman has been an articulate advocate for education and how it...