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With the return of the Florida Blue Florida Classic to Orlando, Florida Citrus Sports recognized five local outstanding teachers at the Nov. 20 game, (from left): Dr. Bridget Wiliams, OCPS Chief of Staff; Jamie Delaughter, West Lakes Early Learning Center; Natalie Branin, Jones High; Ronald Williams, Rock Lake Elementary; Speshal McCall, Legends Academy; and Tamara Preston, Orange Center Elementary.

Principal Samuel Danner and first graders at Ivey Lane Elementary received copies of “Little Back, A Pony” from the Rotary Club of Orlando (from left: Frank Hopkins, Jon Stine and Danner).

Southwest Middle welcomed alumna Ashley Eckstein (voice of “Star Wars”’ Ahsoka Tano), who spoke to the school’s drama classes in early November. Conway Middle staff were all smiles hosting a Parent and Family Engagement vision board event in December which focused on academic and personal goal setting for the upcoming new year.

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As a holiday surprise and delight, the Foundation for OCPS gave out more than 700 gift cards to bus drivers and monitors with perfect attendance at our Transportation Services compounds.

The Dragon staff at Castle Creek Elementary celebrated the “12 Days Before Winter Break,” with this day being “Tree-topper Day.”

District 2 Board Member Johanna López participated in the 2021 Teach-In at Legacy Middle, sharing her professional journey with students.

District 6 Board Member Karen Castor Dentel was among Evans High alumni and volunteers at the Faces of the Future breakfast in November at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida Joe E Lee Branch.

Magnolia School participated in the first Pine Hills Establishment Day Parade in December, reflecting the pride of Pine Hills, and unity and safety within the community.