Tiffany Quintero Contributor Coach Patrick Murphy’s seventh-grade Civics students at Hamilton County High School had the honor of welcoming Dan Hartley, Field Representative for Congresswoman Kat Cammack, to their classroom. This…
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School news & information for Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties.
Local students named to SNHU Fall 2025 Dean’s and President’s Lists
Danny Federico [email protected] Two area natives were recently named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Fall 2025 Dean’s and President’s Lists. Richard Putnel, from Live Oak, was named to the Dean’s…
Sound of Suwannee to put on a showcase
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Sound of Suwannee is doing everything it can to spread its love of the arts through the community. However, sometimes the tough work of these students goes…
All Our Kidz hosting Literacy Night
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County non-profit organization All Our Kidz will be hosting a Literacy Night at McDonald’s, located at 2964 CR 136, in White Springs on Wednesday, Feb. 19….
Melody Christian Academy welcomes first grade teacher
Jason Futch [email protected] On Thursday, Jan. 23, Melody Christian Academy (MCA) welcomed Sophia Baldwin among its ranks. Baldwin comes to MCA with experience in elementary education, having substituted through multiple grades,…
Branford High School Beta Club shines at 83rd Annual State Conference
Jason Futch [email protected] The Branford High School (BHS) Beta Club recently traveled to Orlando to participate in the 83rd Annual State Convention. On Saturday, Jan. 18, and Sunday, Jan. 19, 30…
North Central Florida Youth Poet Laureate Program entries are open
Leah Androski [email protected] Here’s a great opportunity for poets, spoken-word artists, emcees and rappers to participate in the North Central Florida Youth Poet Laureate (YPL) Program. This program aims to identify…
Branford Achievement Council to host Gatsby Scholarship Gala
Danny Federico [email protected] The Branford Achievement Council is gearing up for an evening of dining, auctions and entertainment to benefit scholarships for Branford High School seniors. The Gatsby Scholarship Gala will…
Local schools celebrate Literacy Week
Danny Federico [email protected] Reading is a remarkable phenomenon – with a few words printed on paper, an individual can be transported back in time or to an entirely different world. Conversely,…
NFC 2024 Summer and Fall graduates recognized
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) awarded 181 students with degrees or certificates at the conclusion of its 2024 Summer and Fall Terms. Many of the summer graduates participated…
The power of play: Unlocking potential in early childhood education
Erica Jackson Contributor In the realm of early childhood education, play is often regarded as a recreational activity—a means to pass the time. However, decades of research underscore its profound impact on…
Local student earns spot for art in Tallahassee
Christian Peterson [email protected] Each year, Florida hosts a competition called Art in the Capitol. According to MyFlorida.com, this voluntary statewide visual arts competition allows each school district to hold an art contest…
2024-25 Teachers of the Year
Lafayette County Melissa Stewart, Lafayette County School District Hamilton County Mandy Dimpsey, District Teacher of the Year, Hamilton County Elementary School Raven Merine, Hamilton County High School Suwannee County Laura Roberts, Suwannee…
School closures announced for Suwannee River Valley
Jason Futch [email protected] Due to impending severe cold weather impacting the Suwannee River Valley, school closures have been announced for the area. According to the Florida Division of Emergency Management, winter…
Gobble-worthy snacks
Laura Young – [email protected] Whether kids are pulling their afternoon snack from a lunchbox, receiving it as part of an extra-curricular program or pouncing on it as soon as they get home,…
Kidz College visits the Southern Heritage Farm
Jason Futch – [email protected] Kidz College Primary and Secondary School (KCPSS), based in Orlando, recently visited Southern Heritage Farm in Suwannee County. During their trip, students learned about the history of the…