Last year, Mater Academy’s marching band was runner-up in the state championships competition.This year, the Mighty Lions marched their way to first place.Mater Academy won the Florida Marching Band Class A State Championships last month at the Tropicana Dome in St. Petersburg.  The Mighty Lions were among 19 bands chosen to compete in the semifinals and made the final cut of five bands.Mater Academy’s 70-member band...

Bob Graham Education Center's Civic Engagement Academy students  shared their knowledge about the election process and the importance of voting with the community as Telemundo's television crew filmed their in-class discussion on the electoral college on Friday, November 4. Students were asked to support arguments for their favorite candidate and weigh in on this year's election cycle. Teachers gave advice on how parents may involve...

Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic School students are continuing their Works of Mercy projects in stewardship, giving of their time, sharing their talents, learning selflessness, and showing God’s love for others.  School principal Ana Casariego has incorporated the school year’s theme of “Empowering Each Child Through Excellence and Mercy.”  Teachers guide themselves by this theme every day to instill the...

South Florida Autism Charter School will be hosting a carnival at Milander Park, 4700 Palm Ave in Hialeah, on Saturday, December 17, from noon to 6 p.m. Rides, games, food, music and more will entertain families for a day of fun.   All proceeds from the event will benefit Autism educational and therapeutic services.  For more information on South Florida Autism Charter School or more information on the carnival visit www.SFACS.org...

Hialeah Miami Lakes High School Choir and Jazz Band teamed up to commemorate Hispanic Heritage month in October. The two award winning groups performed songs with a Latin flair for students, faculty and staff in the school’s auditorium. The choir, led by director Shanita Hunt, featured songs such as “Vivir Mi Vida” by Marc Anthony. The Jazz Band took the stage and kept students clapping with their versions of several Latin...