The Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics and Public Trust awarded Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) teacher and Social Studies Department Chair, Ingy Cruz, the 2015 Ethical Governance Day teacher award for her work leading the next generation in community activism. Cruz was awarded on October 22 at a special assembly held at BGEC.  “I feel extremely honored that I was even thought of for this award,” said Cruz. “It...

  Monsignor Edward Pace High School opens its doors to all prospective students and families on Wednesday, November 14, for its annual Open House. With two sessions starting at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., families interested in becoming a part of the Pace family can take a tour of the school’s campus led by current students, parents, and teachers. Families will be given an overview of Pace’s scholastic programs and academic...

  Angels Reach Academy for Divergent Learners may be the “new kid on the block” with its new school year just opening at 12051 Okeechobee Road, but the school staff is experienced at having a fun time with the community. On Saturday, November 14, Angels Reach will host a Fall Festival and Craft Show that is free for the entire community. There will be food trucks, bounce houses for the kids, music from MEGA 94.9, and lots of...

  Mater Academy principal Judith Marty was cheered by students and teachers for being recognized as one of the top six principals in Florida. Marty is a 2015 recipient of the Florida TaxWatch Principal Leadership Awards, which annually honors the top two elementary, middle and high school principals in the state. “I am very proud to be the Mater Academy principal. Our faculty and students have always risen to the challenge to...

  The accolades and recognitions keep piling up for Miami-Dade School Board Chair Perla Tabares Hantman.The Jose Marti Foundation and The Hispanic Education Committee recently honored Hantman during the Florida Dual Language Leadership Awards Luncheon.Hantman, a longtime Miami Lakes resident, was recognized with the Seal of Biliteracy Leadership Award for her outstanding leadership in strengthening and providing support to the expansion...