Two MLEC students named Posse Scholars

Education Friday, February 5, 2016

  Miami Lakes Educational Center students Ashlee Jones and Joanna Luo were nominated and selected as Posse Scholars for their academic and extra curricular achievements. The scholarships, four-year full tuition valued at a quarter of a million dollars, were awarded to a select number students across South Florida. The Posse scholarship is awarded to students that have demonstrated  leadership qualities as well as a high potential...
  The Bob Graham Education Center eighth grade Civics Engagement Academy competed in ‘We the People’ Competition at Barry University School of law in Orlando. The students represented the M-DCPS District at the state competition.  The students were lead by teachers Ingy Cruz, Jackie Hernandez and John Brady. The group earned first place for Professionalism and the Middle School Award of Excellence. Additionally,...

H.O.P.E. program at SLE has students saving pets

Education Friday, February 5, 2016

  After learning and researching information related to H.O.P.E. (Help Overcome Pet Euthanasia/Helping Our Pets Everyday), students at Spanish Lake Elementary realized the importance of H.O.P.E. for humanity towards animals.   They decided to become a part of the endeavor to educate others in helping and caring for animals and to gather needed items to assist with care for animals in shelters.  Dr. Martin Karp, District 3...

Bob Graham's Bobcat Dance Team competes at FIU

Education Friday, February 5, 2016

  Bob Graham Education Center’s Bobcat Dance Team continues their competition season for the 2015-2016 school year. They attended The American Dance Alliance State Competition on January 17, held at Florida International University under the direction of their coach, Mayri Martinez.  The Bobcat Dance Team competed in 3 team categories and entered five solos in the middle school division. They were awarded second place in...

Pace FBLA chapter win awards at District

Education By Rene D. Basulto, Special to The Miami Laker Friday, February 5, 2016

  The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) at Monsignor Edward Pace High School continued their long tradition of success as 19 students placed in the top four at the District 26 Awards Ceremony.  These students competed in categories that showcased their skills in a multitude of potential careers. First place winners were Armando Barbosa, Andrew Sanchez, and Brian Gonzalez for Computer Game Simulation; Michael Barcelo,...
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