American Senior High’s football team beat North Miami Beach, 46-22, last week and used the game as a tune-up for the playoffs that start in two weeks. The Patriots clinched a postseason berth two weeks ago but continued to roll past opponents, as they try to get over the hump by advancing to the second round. American has lost four consecutive first round playoff games after winning the district championship. In the North Miami...

  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...

  Six students from Monsignor Edward Pace High School will be running in the FHSAA Cross Country State Championships in Tallahassee on November 7.  Pace seniors Joshua Clethen, Alvin McCray, and Darious White, juniors Omar Padilla and Matthew Figueroa, and freshman Julian Becarra all qualified for the state championships following their performances at the FHSAA Cross Country Regional Championship on October 29.   Clethen...

  Town of Miami Lakes hosts more than 100 events each year and is currently seeking volunteers to help with events, activities, and programs related to the Town. People of all ages are encouraged to register, and students can receive school service hours for their help. Interested persons can visit the Town’s website for a complete list of volunteer opportunities at www.miamilakes-fl.gov/volunteer. Completed forms should be...

  Monsignor Edward Pace High School senior Mattias Wettergren and junior John Hopkins played in the Class 1A Region 8 tournament at Crandon Park in Key Biscayne on October 20. Wettergren, Hopkins, and their teammates Ethan Smart, Michelle Garcia-Cordero, and Michelangelo Gallo were coached by former PGA Tour player Manny Zerman to the district tournament in October.  This successful season for Pace Golf comes after the program...