Palm Beach County School Board Prioritizes Support for Black Male Students and Haitian Community

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Palm Beach County School Board addressed a range of topics from advocacy for black male students to support for the Haitian community and the implementation of a groundbreaking Haitian Creole dual language program.

Palm Beach County School Board Tackles Support Strategies for Black Male Students

Overview: In a recent Palm Beach County School Board meeting, members engaged in a discussion on strategies to support successful black male students (SBMS), focusing on creating a supportive environment and increasing connectedness. The meeting saw the presentation of various recommendations aimed at improving the educational experience and outcomes for black male students within the district. This included the potential launch of a media campaign, the creation of a support program database, and the engagement of business and community partners to prioritize activities that develop a sense of belonging, foster open dialogue, and provide professional development based on successful teaching strategies.

Palm Beach County School Board Honors Heroic Officer and Discusses Legislation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Palm Beach County School Board recognized school police officer Armando Sanchez for his life-saving actions at Palm Beach Lakes High School in January. Additionally, the meeting delved into significant legislative updates impacting education in the district. Discussions included the passage of a homelessness bill expected to be signed by the governor and a focus on voluntary pre-kindergarten (VPK) funding with a 3% increase in discretionary funding. The board also tackled the implications of new bills on school safety, deregulation of public education, and the Inspector General’s investigative powers.

Palm Beach County Focuses on Bridging Educational Gaps and Enhancing Teacher Capacity

Overview: In a recent Palm Beach County School Board meeting, emphasis was placed on addressing the educational proficiency gaps among student subgroups and enhancing teacher capacity through professional development. The Chief Academic Officer presented a midyear instructional review, revealing concerns about the performance levels of black and Hispanic students in reading, math, science, and civics and highlighting the need for improvement. The presentation sparked discussions on the use of funds to address these gaps, the potential impact of the cessation of additional funding, the re-implementation of the Ambassador program, and the ongoing efforts to support both students and teachers in the district.