Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) congratulated its students for earning awards at the South Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair.   Nazli Zanabria earned a first place in the Middle School Bridge Category. Amanda Saiz and Tyler Roldan earned an honorable mention for their bridges. David Coira, Giovanni Sanchez, Yan Cartaya, George Diaz and Shaila Petrov earned the Superior award.  Kayla Brito, Emily Sosa and...

  Bob Graham Educational Center’s (BGEC) Bobcat Dance Team headed to Nationals for an experience of a life time. In addition, they were invited to perform for Disney's Performing Arts in Disney Springs. They competed four group routines, eleven solos, and a duet against other competitors nationwide for Contest of Champions.  The Bobcats came home with two first place national awards, and a plaque for their superior job at the...

  On February 6, The Academica Food Expo Show was held at Mater Gardens Academy from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The exposition featured over 30 different food vendors that displayed an array of healthy gourmet style food samples for possible inclusion in next year’s school lunch menus.  About 600 students were transported at different hours during the day to explore the innovative items. Cheney Brothers, the food distributor,...

  Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board (EAB) announced it is accepting applications for the 2018 Miami Lakes Future Leaders Scholarship presented by The Graham Companies. Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who are residents of the Town of Miami Lakes. All applications must be received at Town Hall by Friday, March 23, and will be forwarded to the EAB for selection of the recipients. Winners will...

Mayor Manny Cid, paid a visit to the Miami Lakes K-8 Center Law Studies class. He spoke to students from Jennifer Simeon’s 7th grade class about his career and daily life as mayor of thw community. Students were able to ask Cid questions and get to know more about current events in the town. Students enjoyed this wonderful experience.