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Dec. 2, 2022 - Check out what's been in the news . . .

Teaching is the right formula for this seasoned educator

Camelot ES’ Maria Ojeda planned to be a CPA, but didn't want to memorize formulas, so she opted to pursue her passion. Watch this A+ Teacher Profile to see why she’s been a Teacher of the Year, twice.

Read 2 Succeed is Elizabeth Conrad's passion. Read this profile to learn how she's helped grow the program to impact more students' lives. Part of the inaugural staff, John Puchein began teaching at Olympia HS 15 years ago. Read this story to learn why he's an Influencer of the Week.

Determination, grit and competitive spirit keeps season alive

Jones HS football (11-2) earned a state semi-final appearance for the third time in four years. The Tigers host Homestead Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. Apopka HS (10-3) travels to play Palm Beach Central (12-1) at 7 p.m., and Ocoee HS (9-4) travels to play Columbus (12-1) at 7 p.m. Winning tonight takes them to the state championship game. Read about the match ups in this Orlando Sentinel article.

Apopka HS' Antonio Ferguson continues to be a critical player. Watch to see why he's a Sonic Prep Player of the Week. Ahlston Ware, Ocoee HS, is excited to be part of the team's historic season. Check out his Athlete of the Week story. Aidan Warner, Winter Park HS, led his team into the playoff bracket. Watch this story to see why he was an Athlete of the Week.

Unique experiences for six West Orange students

Dressed and ready, these five students had a busy Thanksgiving break. Read this story to learn how they earned this opportunity. Zion Isom used extra credit to earn this extra special opportunity with Sheriff John Mina. Check out the story to see how he spent his day.

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