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Year in Pictures

Look back through 2019 with some of our favorite images. 3-9.

On the runway to success

International model and former Winter Garden resident Peyton Blaine has appeared in magazine ads and on the most exclusive runways worldwide.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! YOUR TOWN NEHRLING EXHIBIT OPENING NEXT WEEK The opening of “Henry Nehrling and His Gotha Legacy,” an exhibit featuring the accomplishments of renowned botanist Dr. Henry Nehrling, will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation, 21 E. Plant St. On property he purchased in the German colony of Gotha in 1885, Wisconsin-born Henry Nehrling established Palm Cottage Gardens and began to experiment with both native and introduced plants. He hybridized thousands of varieties that significantly helped Florida’s foliage industry to flourish.

The exhibit will run through March 31, 2020.

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Peyton Blaine relaxed during the holidays in her parents’ home in Winter Garden.

Drone a finalist for Teacher of the Year Keene’s Crossing media specialist Jennifer Drone is proud to represent her school and West Orange County.

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Jennifer Drone was thrilled to get a closer look at a Buick Encore SUV — a one-year lease on the car is the prize if she wins the title of Teacher of the Year.

When Jennifer Drone learned she was a finalist for Orange County Public Schools Teacher of the Year, she was at a loss for words — literally.

She was sitting in a dentist chair getting a root canal when she got the call from Superintendent Dr. Barbara Jenkins.

“I was under Novocaine when

the phone rang,” she said. “I ignored it the first time, and I ignored it the second time and the third time I thought, ‘I better answer this,’ even though I could hardly speak due to the amount of Novocaine I was under.”

The Keene’s Crossing Elementary School media specialist has become known for empowering students with a love for reading SEE FINALIST PAGE 4

YEAR IN SPORTS The year 2019 included plenty of highlights in West Orange sports. SEE 12-13.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 2

PLANT CLINIC 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Take your plants, get soil pH tested and speak with volunteers from the UF/ IFAS Orange County Extension Office. (407) 835-7323.

SATURDAY, JAN. 4

HAIR OF THE DOWNWARD DOG BREWERY YOGA 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at Crooked Can Brewing Company, 426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. This yoga class is open to students of all levels; students receive a 13- or 16-ounce pour of their choice following the class. Cost is $10 for adults older than 21 and $5 for younger than 21. Take your own mat. (407) 395-9520.

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LEGO BLOCK PARTY 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Is there anything you can’t build with Legos?

Let’s find out! Join us for lots of building fun. We provide the Legos, you provide the creativity. Legos will be provided but cannot go home with you. (407) 835-7323.

TALES WITH TAILS 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a sweet, furry friend. Expanding Intelligence Dog Training will present this reading program with its certified therapy dogs.

(407) 835-7323.

MONDAY, JAN. 6

DIY 365 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at the Winter Garden Branch Library, 805 E. Plant St., Winter Garden. Create your own personal calendar with 365 ideas to keep you happy, healthy and active the entire year. Recommended for tweens and teens. (407) 835-7323.

TUESDAY, JAN. 7

BUBBLE PLAYTIME 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Help your child with his or her motor development skills in this interactive bubble class.

Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. (407) 835-7323.

D&D AT THE LIBRARY 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Have you heard about Dungeons and Dragons and want to see what it is all about?

Or are you an experienced player looking for a new party?

For older teens and adults.

(407) 835-7323.

SING-A-LONG WITH FRIENDS 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Sing to familiar songs each week with your baby or toddler. (407) 835-7323.

THURSDAY, JAN. 16

MOVE LIKE THE ANIMALS 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, at the Winter Garden Branch Library, 805 E. Plant St., Winter Garden. Can you hop like a frog? Waddle like a penguin?

Run like a cheetah? See if you can move like the animals do!

Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. (407) 835-7323.

‘YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN’ Horizon West Theater Company will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 16, Friday, Jan. 17, and 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Cypress Center for the Arts at Windermere Prep, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere. Visit bit. ly/2Q1cffN.

FRIDAY, JAN. 24

SUPERSTART! GAME CHANGER 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, at Lifebridge Church, 12120 Chase Road, Windermere. The SuperStart tour is about finding hope in those moments through God’s promises. This overnight event is for fourth and fifth graders. Cost is $70. For more, visit bit.ly/2r9G4Cx.

SATURDAY, JAN. 25

FEELING GOOD 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, at the Winter Garden Branch Library, 805 E. Plant St., Winter

Garden. Learn some chill skills with self-calming techniques, tips and tricks. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

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MONDAY, JAN. 27

HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODY 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, at the Winter Garden Branch Library, 805 E. Plant St., Winter Garden.

Join the Alzheimer’s Association to learn about research in the areas of diet, cognitive activity and more, with hands-on tools to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. (407) 835-7323.

THURSDAY, JAN. 30

LAKEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL REUNION 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation, 21 E. Plant St., Winter Garden. Enjoy hors d’ouevres, wine, and beer while viewing artifacts from the Foundation’s Lakeview High School Collection highlighting the years 1928 through 1976.

Cost is $10 for members; $12 for non-members. Limited tickets available. (407) 656-3244 or email jcrescitelli@wghf.org.

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A familiar face AMY QUESINBERRY COMMUNITY EDITOR

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n the movies, the beautiful fashion model tells the story of being discovered by an agency representative in a small-town coffee shop or bakery. She is whisked away to New York or Paris on a private jet and becomes a runway sensation seemingly overnight.

That is not how it happened for Peyton Blaine, a 20-year-old former Winter Garden resident now living in New York City and building her career as an international fashion model.

“People would say, ‘Are you a model?’ And I would say, ‘Yes,’ and wait for their card, and then they’d walk away,” Blaine said with a laugh. “It didn’t happen as easy as for some people.”

Blaine was 15 when she had her

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first photography session; it was in Orlando, and she was building her portfolio.

She signed a contract with the IMG Models agency about six months later, and she still is employed by the company, which is based in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Milan and Sydney. Blaine has been to each of those locations and said London and New York are where she feels most at home. Her first trip to England was for a modeling job the summer she was 16.

She attended Foundation Academy until ninth grade; when her promising career started demanding more of her time, she began a homeschool program.

She admits it was a struggle in the beginning, because she had to focus on work when her friends were going out and having fun — but the sacrifice has been worth it.

Blaine said her first magazine shoot was for Vogue; she was 16.

“It was one of those pinch-me moments for sure,” she said. “I had collected (Vogue) for years. I have stacks of them in my room. … That’s a day I’ll never forget; (it was) one of my favorite jobs.”

The photo shoot was for a full-page watch advertisement, and security guards followed her around the entire day because the watch was so expensive, she said.

She hasn’t made a magazine cover — yet.

Not all aspects of modeling are as glamorous as they appear on television and in the movies. Her first gigs were with e-commerce — products and services sold in the online market — and those are the money jobs, she said.

“E-comm is long hours, and it’s very tiring because you’re changing maybe 80 different outfits in one shoot,” Blaine said. “And a lot of girls will end up crying or want to go home. You do think it’s going to be glamorous — your makeup is

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done, and your hair is done, but people are poking and touching you.”

IMG chooses where the models go and when. Blaine was told she would go to Australia when she turned 18, but her first stop would be London.

“They love new girls and new faces,” she said of the London market.

Many times, models are categorized by their facial features, which can limit the modeling jobs. For instance, she said, in the high-fashion industry, agencies want unique girls who stand out.

Mature and sexy women are used more often for commercial modeling.

She said she falls in between the two; she can transition from one look to another with the help of hair and makeup stylists.

Among her clients are H&M, Urban Outfitters, Gap, Topshop and Wildfox.

Blaine has walked the runways in multiple cities wearing many different designers. She wore Kate Spade during New York Fashion Week, and she has graced the runways of London and Paris.

Her usual attire is pantsuits or dresses, but every once in a while

she is required to wear something more closely resembling a piece of art covering her face.

She is nervous only when she’s wearing six-inch heels and a long design with material trailing behind her.

Blaine said she wants to continue modeling but she also is eager to explore new avenues, maybe own her own business.

“I don’t know what yet, but I’ve always wanted to branch off and do something on my own,” she said. “I think modeling gives you a boost.”

She still has the entrepreneurial spirit, just like she did when she was younger and creating hair flowers for her friends. She even sold them under the name Peyton’s Petals in Polka Dotz, an accessories shop in the Winter Garden Village at Fowler Groves.

After the holidays, Blaine is returning to New York to begin a new year with exciting possibilities in the modeling world. And maybe 2020 will be the year she gets her magazine cover.

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Finalist encourages passion for reading and is being recognized for her efforts. Drone is among the five finalists up for Orange County Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year award.

It’s an honor to be recognized in such a way, Drone said.

“It was actually very surprising, because I was selected as one of five out of (more than) 14,000 teachers in Orange County,” Drone said. “It’s a huge, huge recognition and very humbling to be recognized as one of the top out of that many teachers.”

Drone has been the media specialist at Keene’s Crossing since the school opened 11 years ago, helping students find books that they need or find interesting while also managing resources such as databases and computers available to the students.

“My biggest motivator is seeing that student who comes in feeling very discouraged, feeling like they’re not being successful — maybe in reading in the classroom and finding that perfect book — or that perfect idea or lesson that really turns that around for them.”

— Jennifer Drone

In addition to helping students learn how to research and helping them find resources, Drone said her job ultimately is about helping young students fall in love with reading — thus encouraging them to reach for a book more often.

“The biggest impact of my job is really encouraging a love for reading in students from kindergarten through fifth grade, just really connecting students with books and that passion for reading,” Drone said. “Being the media specialist, I read constantly and research all the newest authors, the newest books and the trends. I can really make connections to certain students based on their interest and really get them hooked on certain types of books.

“My biggest motivator is seeing that student who comes in feeling very discouraged, feeling like they’re not being successful — maybe in reading in the classroom — and finding that perfect book or that perfect idea or lesson that really turns that around for them,” she said.

Keene’s Crossing Assistant Principal Samuel Davis said Drone has been a key contributor to the school.

“Ms. Drone is like an all-inone — she really is more than just a media specialist, she’s just about the literacy backbone of

TEACHER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS n April Cooke, Rock Springs Elementary n Jennifer Drone, Keene’s Crossing Elementary n Laura Emig, Avalon Middle n Rob Paschall, West Creek Elementary n Rebecca Wesolowski, Westpointe Elementary

the school,” Davis said. “She provides so much resources (for the) students and the faculty and the staff. She’s always willing to provide extra support to anyone that needs it. She’s a contributing person on the leadership team, and she has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to working with the elementary students.”

Drone’s nomination for Teacher of the Year resulted in a special day for her at the school Tuesday, Dec. 3, when she was taken off campus by the principal for breakfast before being surprised by cheering students with banners and balloons when she arrived back at the school. Also waiting for her was a sneak peek of a Buick Encore SUV — a oneyear lease on the car is the prize if she wins the title of Teacher of the Year.

Drone said it was a special moment. She loves her students, the faculty she works with and her school.

“We have a phenomenal support system here at Keene’s Crossing, starting at the top with the administration here — it really supports all the programs that I implement,” Drone said.

“The faculty and the teachers are really on board and embrace the programs and things I’m teaching to their students. The parents and students really get involved in everything from our Sunshine State Program to our book fairs.

You just really see an outpouring of support on every level here at Keene’s Crossing. We really are fortunate to have a really wonderful community of people really supporting reading in general.”

The Teacher of the Year, along with other district awards, will be announced at the Orange County Public Schools Stellar Awards Friday, Jan. 10, at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando.

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Hundreds of West Orange residents gathered Saturday, March 23, at Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake for the Orlando Holi Festival. Jasmine Ramkissoon, Anasuya Sagar, and Kiran and Zaiden Rodriguez loved celebrating the holiday. Published March 28.

The Lauren Mitchell Band performed some old-school blues music on the main stage during the Blues & BBQ Festival in downtown Winter Garden. Published Feb. 14.

The Dold family recently sent puppy Hale V on to his next step in training. From left: Daven, Chris, Erika, and Broden Dold. For the Winter Garden family, raising puppies for Canine Companions for Independence is a gift that allows them to give back. Published Feb. 21.

The Ocoee High Marching Knights played some fun tunes at Ocoee’s 13th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Parade. Published Jan. 24.

Retired U.S. Marine Fred Jennings, 94, believes in setting good examples, having a positive attitude and walking in faith.

Jennings and his dog, Buddy, walk laps around the lake and fitness path at Sonata West, in Winter Garden, every day. Published March 14.

Left: The mother-daughter duo of Asha Worthy-Robinson, left, and Grace Worthy runs Worthy Cakes and Supplies. Published Jan. 31.

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West Orange High School seniors said “farewell” to their high school days and “hello” to the future ahead of them at a graduation ceremony Saturday, May 25, at the University of Central Florida’s Addition Financial Arena. Stephanie Jones, Jalyn Jones, Shyanne Mayes, Haley Hadley, Calise Long and Trinity Leath showed off their medals before the graduation ceremony. Published May 30.

Community members and their dogs gathered to raise money for a good cause at the Polka Dogz K9 Carnival Saturday, May 18, at Oakes Animal Hospital in Winter Garden. Morgan Thoss snuggled her dog, Leia, at the carnival.

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Ocoee held its annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 20, at the Jim Beech Recreation Center. Isabella and Blake Quiliche were happy to meet the Easter Bunny in Ocoee. Published April 25.

The Bloom and Grow Garden Society’s 19th annual Spring Fever in the Garden event brought thousands to the streets of downtown Winter Garden April 6 and 7. Anna Magers, left, and Ella Hunter partnered to compete in the Chalkin’ It Up contest at the event. Published April 11.

Shann Cliburn was presented a pin by Deputy Fire Chief Jose P. Gainza Jr., signifying her promotion to fire lieutenA historical marker in Downtown Orlando memorializes victims of the 1920 Ocoee Massacre, including Julius “July” Perry — a man who was lynched nearly ant at the Winter Garden City Commission meeting June 27. She become the first female fire lieutenant in the city’s 100 years ago. Published June 27. history. Published July 18.

Winter Garden residents Heather and David Fraga turned to social media to help them meet a birth mother looking to find an adoptive family for her baby.

They found one shortly after a story ran in the West Orange Times & Observer. Published July 11.

Locals were revved up for monster trucks and custom Jeeps at the Roaring Jeep and Truck Show hosted by the Ocoee Lions Club Saturday, June 1. Pete Fiorino drove his cousin John McAllister’s truck over some unfortunate cars.

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Master Sgt. Mark C. Allen, a West Orange High School graduate, died Oct. 12 from complications of a decade-old brain injury sustained during a mission in Afghanistan.

Friends and family in Winter Garden; Loganville, Georgia; and the U.S. Army mourned the loss of one of their own.

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It was an afternoon of education, dance and demonstrations at the United Cerebral Palsy Charter School — West Orange Campus as Native American historian Jim Sawgrass delivered a presentation about native tribes to the students. Jim Sawgrass’ son, Cody Boettner, performed a Native American dance that honors the eagle during the presentation. Published Dec. 5.

West Orange FFA adviser and agriscience teacher Kristy Lightbody snuggled with her piglet, Pepsi, at the West Orange High FFA chapter’s fall festival Saturday, Nov. 23. Published Nov. 28.

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He was a resident of Winter Garden for the majority of his life, and he graduated from Lakeview High School in 1954.

He worked at Continental Can in Winter Garden, where he retired after 32 years.

Bobby loved spending time in the woods, especially hunting with his kids. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He was very generous, and he would do anything he could to help others in need.

He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Richards; mother, Lorine Lashley; wife, Marianne Richards; and brothers, Billy and Burton Richards.

He is survived by his children, Lloyd (Tammy) Richards; Mike (Mel) Richards; Sandra (Daniel) Bell; James Richards; Tina Anderson; Bobbie (Jason) Gowland; grandchildren; and greatgrandchildren.

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After eventful 2019, education remains strong in West Orange For many buyers, other than proximity to the workplace, the quality of a community’s schools is the most important determining factor when selecting a home.

Indeed, in West and Southwest Orange, the health of the real-estate market is intrinsically linked to the success of its community schools.

And in 2019, Orange County Public Schools, as well as local private and charter schools, made headlines throughout the year as they continued to evolve along with the communities they serve. The final year of the 2010s was a big one for area’s education community, punctuated with several headlinegrabbing items throughout.

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because I saw him to work out every morning and after school for softball,” she said of Wood.

“He’s a very strong motivator, and he’s also big on the whole thing where if you work for something it’ll happen. You can’t put half effort into something and expect it to work out your way.”

Bennett left for West Point July 1 and hopes to major in electrical engineering. She said she would love to go airborne and fly helicopters before going back into electrical engineering and contracting work.

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Windermere Prep senior Grace Bennett became the first Laker in school history to be appointed to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Bennett’s interest in a military career began following a Veterans Day assembly at the school more than three years earlier. The featured speaker talked about his own military career, and that changed the trajectory of Bennett’s future.

Bennett credited her success to her softball coach, J.D. Wood — a veteran of the U.S. Army in special operations as a ranger with the 3rd Ranger Battalion who also spent time with the 7th Special Forces Group. Wood was the one who helped her prepare for the Candidate Fitness Assessment.

“I joke about this, but it’s true: I saw him more than either of my parents last year,

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return to West Orange High after attending the 61st annual Grammy Awards Feb. 10, in Los Angeles, Redding was greeted with an early-morning pep rally in the school’s courtyard.

“I’m shocked, numb, trying to take in the moment but also happy,” Redding said that morning. “I love my school, I love my kids, my faculty and staff. It’s home, but it felt totally undeserved. I was overwhelmed.”

Redding holds a doctoral degree in choral conducting/ music education and a master’s degree in music education from Florida State University, as well as a bachelor’s degree in music education from Florida A&M University. Redding has conducted the American Choral Directors Association National High School Honor Choir and has been featured as a guest conductor at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall.

school careers during the school’s inaugural graduation ceremony Wednesday, May 22.

Held at the Amway Center, the ceremony was an emotional one for many, especially since it was the first for the now3-year-old school. More than 700 seniors crossed the stage as friends, family and staff members cheered. Among the student speakers were valedictorian Griffin Willman, salutatorian Mackenzie Peck and Student Government Association President Carter Zavada.

The ceremony culminated with the Windermere High concert choir singing the alma mater, followed by fireworks.

Many of the Wolverines Class of 2019 were former West Orange, Olympia or Dr. Phillips students. Some came from out of state and some from private schools. But the common thread that tied them together was now navy blue, silver and lime green.

Members of the Class of 2019 only had been at WHS for two years, but they will forever hold the title of being the school’s first graduating class.

“It goes without saying that we’re the first,” said thensenior Zavada. “A big reason for me coming here was getting to build the foundation of a school. Very few students across America get to experience that for the first time.

Being able to build a foundation for a school and being the first seniors to graduate is what really and truly is one of the best things about this class and what makes it special.”

With schedules in hand, Horizon West Hornets entered their new nest for the first time Monday, Aug. 12.

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In August, the West and Southwest Orange communities celebrated the openings of three new schools — Castleview and Water Spring elementaries and Horizon West Middle School.

The schools — constructed to relieve overcrowded schools in the area — all enjoyed smooth first days. And in the months that followed, they all have begun to build their own traditions and identities within the communities they serve.

Castleview — so named because of its proximity to Disney’s Magic Kingdom — has lowered its drawbridge to the community several times, including a Grandparents Night, Food Truck Night and Fall Festival. Likewise, Water Spring’s parents and staff have worked hard to create their own community through events such as their first Fall Festival, Pottery Night and Canvas Painting Spirit Night.

And at Horizon West Middle School, the Hornet community has been abuzz and alive with opportunities to showcase its students. The music programs already have performed twice, and its new HOPE (Hornets Offering Positive Efforts) Club is actively seeking ways to give back to the Horizon West community. In October, the club hosted a clothes drive to assist people in areas of destruction and developing nations.

before transferring to Meadowbrook Middle as a social studies teacher. While there, he rose through the ranks to become a dean and then transferred to Lakeview Middle to serve in the same capacity.

His administrative career continued when he was made an assistant principal at Lakeview Middle before going on to serve as a senior administrator in OCPS’ West Learning Community, overseeing school improvement.

In 2000, however, he came back to serving directly within the schools. Floyd spent four years as the principal at Gotha Middle, followed by six years at Apopka High and then six years at Ocoee High. His tenure at West Orange began in 2016.

“Being a principal means that you have an extraordinary amount of influence on the kids, and I’ve always tried to make that influence to be as benevolent as possible, because just being around kids makes my day,” he said. “I love just being with the kids — just interacting with them floats my boat.”

Floyd said he loved serving in this community because of the family-like atmosphere.

“There’s just a mystique about being a member of the West Orange family,” he said. “You feel like you belong to something.”

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After more than three decades in education, Bill Floyd, principal at West Orange High, announced his retirement.

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Right out of the gate, we saw Central Florida Christian Academy storm its way through the basketball 2A state playoffs and into the championship game, where the Eagles defeated North Florida Educational Institute to claim their first state title. Then we saw Windermere High basketball make it all the way to the

Final Four in its second year as a program.

Championships continued throughout the year, with Dr. Phillips’ girls wrestling team becoming a dynasty by winning its third straight state title. And don’t forget other schools like Windermere Prep and The First Academy, which each saw state titles of their own — girls soccer for the Lakers and boys and girls golf for TFA. There were plenty of individual achievements too — players throughout the area showed just how special they were on — and

West Orange High School lacrosse player Matt Nastasi broke the 200-point mark during the 2019 season.

Horizon West Wolverines’ Milana “Hollywood” Borrelli, 12, showed that football isn’t just for boys.

Left: After spending most of his life in the U.S., Windermere Prep senior student-athlete Jonah Best — who was born in Scotland — became a naturalized citizen Thursday, Nov. 7.

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CFCA claimed its first 2A state basketball title in a program-defining win over North Florida Educational Institute March 5.

Members of the Ocoee Knights baseball team dog-piled following a big win over Lake Minneola to claim their first district title Thursday, May 9.

Anthony Marinelli, 8, has dealt with challenges all of his life but recently made strides in the pool as he made the USA competitive swim team at SouthWest Aquatics.

After medal-winning performances at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games and this year’s Special Olympics State Summer Games, Dr. Phillips resident Alexandra Cooper was named Orange County Special Olympics Athlete of the Year.

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West Orange High lacrosse player Matt Nastasi hit the 200-point mark in his senior season, while Olympia’s Emma McElveen cemented herself as a volleyball great at her school by surpassing 2,000 assists in her career.

While those athletes dominated at the high school level, Special Olympians like Dr. Phillips resident Alexandra Cooper dominated on the state and national stage. After bringing home a bronze medal in the 25-meter backstroke and a gold in the 4x25-meter freestyle team relay at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games, Cooper was named Orange County Special Olympics Athlete of the Year.

She was just one of several local, outstanding Special Olympians who showed out this year.

In 2019, we also saw how athletes can overcome the greatest of adversity and persevere — athletes like Bailey Trinder and Daniel Roberts.

After a car accident left him paralyzed from the waist down, Trinder never got down on himself, and this year he returned to his school and his football team. He never missed a football practice or a game and became a staple of the Foundation community for his grit and optimism.

Despite losing his right leg to cancer two years ago, Daniel made national news as the 11-year-old — lovingly referred to as “D.J.” — conquered the 2019 runDisney Star Wars Rival Run 5K at Walt Disney World. It was the kind of moment only seen in movies.

When it comes to overcoming adversity, winning state titles and achieving individual marks, you could say 2019 had it all.

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