Students who want to pursue a career as a firefighter can sign up for the fire academy at Blanche Ely High School. The curriculum is taught by City of Pompano Beach firefighters. The academy focuses on real-world training, hazardous material management, fire suppression, incident command systems, and rescue operations. The class will include hands-on simulations,
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Broward County School Board Votes to Scrap Clear Backpack Initiative By Kristen Hernandez In a quick reversal during a contentious Town Hall meeting on June 13, the Broward County School Board voted 5-4 to do away with their clear backpack initiative because of parent and student backlash. Reaction from residents have been mixed, with some
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By Kristen Hernandez Washington, D. C. — In a landmark ruling, the United States Supreme Court overturned a long-standing precedent that has benefited minorities like African American, Latino, and Asian Americans in higher education admissions throughout the nation. The ending of affirmative action practices that have been in place since 1965 will make it practically impossible for
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Tallahassee, FL – The new year-round school pilot program will effectively change the way children in the state celebrate their summer pastimes. If implemented, it could change the 2024/2025 school schedule. Initially, HB 891 was introduced by Rep. Patricia Williams, D-Broward County, who represents District 98 in Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach and Lauderdale Lakes. “Number
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Clear backpacks and metal detectors to be discussed at upcoming school board meeting By Attiyya Atkins and Kristen Hernandez Pompano Beach, Fl – The last months of the school year have been a trying time for students, parents, and teachers. Aside from the regular duties of finalizing assignments, prom, graduation, and other end-of-the-year events, schools
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