Life’s all about the journey, Miami Lakes author says

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, December 19, 2024

David Cabezas was looking at his fish tank one day and started imagining what the decorative fisherman who sat on top might catch.   That led to the idea for his first book, for young readers entitled, “Why the Fisherman...

Echoes of the Heart: Letting go

Religious By Dr. Jeffrey Frantz, Special to The Miami Laker Wednesday, September 18, 2013

The key to child-rearing: Trusting the love. On all levels of our culture – as a community and as a nation – we have a lot at stake with our children. With this in mind, their education ought to be among our highest priorities as a nation. They are the bearers of our traditions, our way of life; they are the channels through whom our common futures will be shaped and defined. With our children, on a personal level, there are no...

American High students spend June visiting European history

Education By Christine Rowan, Special to The Miami Laker Wednesday, September 18, 2013

  American Senior High School’s club, Globetrotters, ventured across the pond in mid June, visiting some of the most historical sights in three of Europe’s acclaimed cities. Five teachers chaperoned twelve students for a 10 day global excursion starting in London, traveling on to Paris, and ending in Barcelona, Spain.  Students arrived via British Airways to London’s Heathrow International Airport.  Greeted...

Goleman marks '12-'13 school year accomplishments

Education By Roselind Romero, The Miami Laker staff Wednesday, September 18, 2013

  Barbara Goleman has a lot to celebrate. The National Academy Foundation named the academies of Finance and Hospitality and Tourism at Goleman as model academies and the school has seen a variety of areas increase in benchmark successes, not including the advances their Cambridge program has made after only two years since its induction. The academies work with hotels, credit unions, State Farm, and car dealerships which sponsor the...

Whilly Bermudez authors inspirational children's book

Community Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Many people think it is about time that a children's book was published that has the ability to skillfully instill positive and inspirational values. Whilly Bermudez has stepped-up to the plate with his latest book entitled, "WB & The 10 Good Things." Bermudez authored the illustrated book for children ages 5-8. This is a "feel-good" book that parents will enjoy sharing with their kids. With all of the negative images and stereotypes...

Pace High's grandparents' mass showcases importance of families

Education By Maya Lora, Special to The Miami Laker Wednesday, September 18, 2013

  Monsignor Edward Pace High School hosted a grandparents' mass and breakfast to give students a wonderful opportunity to spend the morning with some of the most vital people in their lives. The mood in the air on August 10 was easily identified as heart-warming as the families sat, prayed, and ate together. The Pace Chapel was the best place imaginable to hold this event as it unites different generations since Pace is,...
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