Florida’s public school system is facing one of the greatest financial and structural issues in its history, and much of the damage can be traced directly to legislative decisions made in Tallahassee over the last several years. At the center of this crisis is the expansion of Florida’s school voucher program — a system that […]
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Strong educators are the foundation of a strong business climate. In Palm Beach County, our teachers are doing more than preparing students academically—they are shaping a skilled, capable workforce that local employers rely on to grow and succeed. We see this impact every day through teen mentoring programs, career exploration and readiness programs, and business-led
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When tax season rolls around, it’s not uncommon for individual tax payers and business owners to panic. Some owe back taxes, fearing the IRS will seize their assets and place a lien on their properties, causing anxiety and stress. But one company can help put their minds at ease: Lauderhill-based KAKE Financial. With over 50
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Initially, Lawanna Jackson considered a career as a doctor or lawyer, but ultimately chose a different path after completing her student teaching internship as part of her biology pre-med and early education double major at Florida A&M University. Since then, for the past 22 years, Jackson, 44, has inspired and empowered children as a math
Galaxy E3 Educator Lawanna Jackson Honored as Palm Beach County Teacher of the Year Read More »
Spend enough time around educators and you understand that a school takes on the character of the person leading it. Their leadership shapes the environment, and whether the children inside it feel seen, believed in, and respected for who they are today while being prepared for who they can become tomorrow. This spring, three South
Excellence in Education: South Florida Leaders Shaping Their Communities Read More »
Education remains one of the most powerful forces for transforming lives, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for future generations. In every classroom, school, college, and educational institution throughout South Florida, dedicated educators are making a lasting difference by inspiring students to dream bigger, work harder, and achieve their full potential. It is with great pride
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In Greater Miami and Miami Beach, tourism is more than an industry — it is one of the driving forces behind the community’s economic vitality, cultural identity and global reputation. Behind every visitor experience, are thousands of dedicated professionals who help make Miami one of the world’s most dynamic destinations. Helping to cultivate that workforce
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Education — the door to your future, the keys to success — is often oversimplified. Education does not happen without dedicated individuals who pour into our children every single day. Individuals who often sacrifice personal resources, go unnoticed, are underpaid, and overworked. To excel in the classroom takes someone who is compassionate, patient, and willing
A salute to our educators Read More »
In public education, leadership matters. But not all leadership is created equal. At a time when school districts across the nation are facing unprecedented challenges—academic recovery, teacher retention, school safety, student engagement, and increasing political polarization—the role of the superintendent has never been more critical. This is not simply a managerial position. It is a
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Mr. Moderator, brothers and sisters, friends and enemies, I’m not here to talk to you about being a citizen of Florida or an American. I’m here to talk to you about the victims of Americanism. We are standing in a year, 2026, that is more explosive than any that came before it. In my lifetime
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