Orlando Museum of Art Offers Educational Field Trips for Central Florida Students
Guide to booking school field trips at Orlando Museum of Art: costs, exhibitions, chaperone policy, and how to reserve your class tour.
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Florida Blue Foundation Awards $3.1 Million to Fight Food Insecurity Across Florida
During Hunger Action Month, the Florida Blue Foundation is awarding $3.1 million in grants to eight community-based food initiatives across Florida, with programs designed to expand access to nutritious food and address the connection between food insecurity and chronic disease. The grants will support organizations serving communities across counties including Bay, Broward, Clay, Flagler, Leon, … Read more
Sun Blaze Elementary PTA Launches 2026 Community Silent Auction to Support Students
The Sun Blaze Elementary PTA is inviting Central Florida residents to bid for a cause with the launch of its 2026 Community Silent Auction, an online fundraising event designed to connect local businesses with families while supporting educational programs and enrichment opportunities for students. The auction will run Aug. 3 through Aug. 14, and is … Read more
Seminole and Orange County Choirs Win 2026 Bach Festival Choir of Distinction Award
The Bach Festival Society of Winter Park announced the winners of its fourth annual Choir of Distinction competition, honoring Seminole High School and Innovation High School as its 2026 recipients. Directed by Samantha Torres Baker, Seminole High School’s Noles Choir earned recognition representing Seminole County Public Schools, while Innovation High School Mixed Chorus, led by … Read more
Orange County Public Schools Prioritizes Employees for Affordable Housing in New Agreement
On Tuesday, the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) board approved a groundbreaking agreement to provide district employees with priority access to affordable housing. Under this initiative, 20 apartment units—10 at Palm Gardens and 10 at Colonial Gardens on West Colonial Drive—will be reserved for qualifying OCPS staff, including teachers, bus drivers, and food service workers. … Read more
A Gift for Teaching: Gifting the Community with Success
A Gift for Teaching holds a special place in our hearts. If you are able to read this – thank a teacher. Most people can name at least one educator that has made a lasting impression on their lives, can you? Not only for imparting practical skills like reading, writing, and math but for instilling … Read more
Back-to-School Traffic Safety Tips You Need to Know
For children attending Orange County Public Schools (OCPS), the first day of school is Aug.10. MetroWest Public Safety urges everyone to follow these safety tips for sharing the roads with our children, whether they are walking, riding the bus, or riding their bikes to school. When sharing the roads with young pedestrians: Do not block … Read more