Miami Dade College’s North Campus will open its doors to community members of all ages for a day of free classes on Saturday, September 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m, at 11380 N.W. 27 Avenue.The public is invited to join the college’s administrators for free classes in all disciplines and fields including criminal justice, science, technology, foreign languages, film, art, business and many more.Participants can experience college life...

The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program has recognized 16 students from Monsignor Edward Pace High School who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through their performance on AP courses and exams. Among the scholars are recent graduates from the class of 2017 as well as members from the current senior class of 2018.  Class of 2017: AP Scholars with Distinction: Brian Gonzalez (average score –...

Principal Rene F. Rovirosa of Mater Lakes Academy was named one of the top three winners in the high school division for the Principal Leadership Award.Florida TaxWatch is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit taxpayer research institute. According to their website, “Its research recommends productivity enhancements and explains the statewide impact of fiscal and economic policies and practices on citizens and businesses.”Florida...

Florida International University has appointed four alumni as officers of its Foundation Board of Directors. Established in 1969, the FIU Foundation, Inc. is registered as a charitable organization and serves to encourage, solicit and administer donations to the university.Richard Brilliant, Humberto “Burt” Cabañas, Andre L. Teixeira and Jill M. Granat have been selected as officers, tasked with leading philanthropic...

Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ Food and Nutrition Department rolls out healthy, nutritious breakfast and lunch menu items for the 2017-18 school year. All menu items comply with the Wellness Policy and nutritional guidelines. Fresh fruits, vegetables, salad and farm-to-school items are a part of every menu plan.The lunch menu features three cheese calzone; a turkey, bacon, and provolone panini; a veggie burger; barbacoa beef tacos;...