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District Dispatches

Magnet Programs

Dr. Phillips High will add the AP Capstone program in its curriculum. AP Capstone is a two-year program in which students learn and practice inquiry, collaboration and other skills to prepare them for college. Capstone consists of two courses, AP Seminar and AP Research, where students participate in an independent research project/presentation of their own design.

Magnet Schools of America recognized the following programs with Merit Awards for demonstrating a high commitment to academic standards; curriculum innovation; diversity efforts; specialized teaching staff; and parent and community involvement.

2022 Schools of Excellence

• Hunter’s Creek Elementary: Two-Way Dual Language • University High: Performing Fine Arts

2022 Schools of Distinction

• Arbor Ridge K8: 6-8 Option • Bay Meadows Elementary: STEAM Career Academy • Dr. Phillips High: Visual and Performing Arts • Dr. Phillips High: Center for International Studies • Howard Middle: Visual and Performing Arts • Lakeview Middle: World Language Academy • Roberto Clemente Middle: International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme • Tildenville Elementary: Two-Way Dual Language

Nourish to Flourish

The OCPS Mental Health Commission continues to share Nourish to Flourish gifts with randomly selected staff members to encourage them to pay attention to our physical; emotional; behavioral; cognitive; interpersonal; spiritual; and professional needs. Congratulations to the following recent recipients of a $25 Nourish to Flourish gift card:

Linda Valentine, Certification specialist, OCPS Human Resources

Not pictured: Chris Rubiano, ESOL Compliance specialist,

Englewood Elementary Sara Eyo, Fifth Grade teacher, Arbor Ridge K-8 Michael Alosa, Mathematics teacher, Timber Creek High Nikkole Hews, Science teacher, Freedom Middle

Ehren Steiner, Tier 1 Intervention teacher, Spring Lake Elementary