Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School’s Glee Club performed at the 31st annual Miami Lakes Festival of Lights in late November. A total of 73 students, representing kindergarten through middle school grades), participate in this popular school club that provides student performance opportunities throughout the year. Other Glee Club performances have included an annual appearance at the Dade County Youth Fair where the...

  Former longtime Miami Lakes resident and well-known real estate agent Juanita Rosa Taylor passed away on December 1 in Destin, Florida, where she and her surviving spouse Kent Taylor had relocated several years ago. Juanita Taylor was 71. While active with Coldwell Banker in the Miami Lakes area, Taylor was partners with another well-known local real estate agent Vera Cox. In addition to her husband, Taylor is survived by her son...

  The Bobcat Dance Team from Bob Graham Education Center (BGEC) kicked off the holidays with an annual dance recital on December 4 titled “Christmas Celebration.” The performance took place at Barbara Goleman Senior High. The Bobcat Dance Team, along with the Baby Bobcats, captivated the audience with a festive show that included a variety of holiday songs and styles. The officers of the dance team, Sabrina Jorge, Angeline...

Bob Graham Education Center administration, faculty, staff and students welcomed moms last month for a “Muffins With Moms” breakfast morning to enjoy with their children before classes began.

  Bob Graham Education Center Spanish teacher, Barbara Jimenez and two of her students were recognized for winning the District's Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest. Matteo Borjas (above left), in kindergarten, placed third place overall. Lidia Beato (above right), in first grade, placed first place overall in the district. The school congratulates Jimenez, for showcasing the talents of these students for their...