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Time capsule uncovered during Winter Park High School renovations will be displayed
ORLANDO, Fla. – When a large metal barrel was secretly buried by members of the 1985 graduating class of Winter Park High School, Wham’s “Careless Whisper” topped the music charts and ‘New Coke’ infuriated a nation of Coca-Cola fans. Almost four decades later, renovation...
Florida students make ‘substantial gains’ on state tests, new results show
Florida students showed improvement in all key academic subjects this school year, making gains in math and reading as well as science and social studies, according to state standardized test scores released this morning. Education Commissioner Manny Diaz praised the “notable” and “substantial gains” made by public school students in the 2023-24 school year as the Florida Department of ...
UCF Alumnus Ken Dixon Pledges $10 Million to Empower Students Career Readiness, Elevate Athletics
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – A transformational $10 million commitment from esteemed alumnus Kenneth G. Dixon will significantly enhance the University of Central Florida’s Career Services and Athletics programs, underscoring Dixon’s enduring dedication to student success and the university’s continued ascent. Dixon, a 1975 graduate of UCF (formerly...
First of Its Kind Pilot Program for Preschoolers Launched in Central Florida
Central Florida is the first location in the nation for a new pilot program that will explore new ways of learning for local preschoolers. The 8-month long pilot program launched June 14th at Young Innovators Academy campuses in Oviedo, Winter Garden and participating Early Learning Coalition Centers in Orange County.
2 Marathon High School students compete at national business leadership conference
Two Marathon High School incoming seniors are in Orlando, Fla. this week competing at the Future Business Leaders of America Middle and High School National Leadership Conference. Addisen Molepske and Clara Krasselt are both competing at the event, which allows top performing students to compete in leadership events, share their...
WBHS Engineering Students Excel at National TSA Conference
The National Technology Student Association (TSA) Conference was held last week in Orlando, Florida as thousands of the most talented young engineering and technology students from across the nation and globe engaged in workshops, delegation meetings, officer elections, and an intense schedule of competitive events. By the end of the conference, ten members of the Winder-Barrow High School TSA Chapter, under the advisement of WBHS teacher Kimberly Garren, finished in the top 15 of their respective events.
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