Many students in Miami Lakes returned to classes on Aug. 17. Their proud parents shared photos from the day. 

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.  Space is limited and registration may be required.  Teen Advisory Board Wed., Aug. 30. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.  CANCELED Earn community service hours and provide feedback to the library about books, movies, video games and more in its collections. Ages 16 – 19 Introduction to Ballroom Dance Thurs., Aug....

     It took 30 years, but Sly Fowler’s goal to get a school zone extended 90 feet to protect children who walk between the Crooked Palm neighborhood and Miami Lakes K-8 Center finally happened in time for this school year.      “I used to walk my son there and it was just scary,” Fowler said of his boy, Adam, who is now a man.       Cars pass at 40 mph outside of the...

Jose Enriquez, Principal. Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy 5701 W 24th Ave., Hialeah  Q: Any new student tests or measurements? A: This year the state has added a writing assessment for grades 6-10. Q: Any new technology students will need to learn? A: This year students will continue to use the district learning platform known as Schoology.  It will be used more in depth by all teachers and students.  New this...