Ian Scott’s contributions to sports in Alachua County, both at a high school and collegiate level, stand above those of many others. He was Gainesville High School’s valedictorian in 2000 and was a member of the school’s back-to-back state champion basketball teams in 1999 and 2000. He was also an …
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The School Board of Alachua County unanimously approved a new policy that waives school fees for students experiencing homelessness or whose families are experiencing severe loss or are unable to pay. The board's vote is considered a win for the district’s homeless and financially vulnerable students.
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After a busy morning of classes, Ross Wolpert, a student at the University of Florida, returns to his off-campus house. He calls up his friend, brings his chess board to his front lawn, and awaits his challenger. “Chess has been able to keep me mentally awake,” Wolpert says. “It strengthens …
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Renovation work continues on the Early Learning Center at Metcalf Elementary School, which is expected to open in June. GNV4ALL is organizing public service campaigns to reach parents in need of the services the learning center will offer.
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Following countless acts of antisemitism in and around the University of Florida campus in the new year alone, religious and academic institutions alike in Gainesville decided to take a stand. UF Hillel and UF Chabad partnered with Chief Diversity Officer and Senior Adviser to the President Dr. Marsha McGriff to …
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It’s been five years, but memories of her peers’ screams ringing through the halls of her high school still echo in Rachel Taylor’s mind. Fire alarms blared. Police stormed the school. Lives in Parkland, Florida, changed. While people worldwide celebrated Feb. 14 — the day dedicated to love — Taylor, …
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Putnam County paraprofessionals with associate degrees can apply to Saint Leo University for reduced tuition and complete a bachelor's degree in education. Employees can receive free books and continue to work while they finish their degrees.
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Dream On Purpose, a non-profit empowerment organization for girls between the ages of 11 and 18, is celebrating seven years of helping Alachua County girls build their self-esteem. The organization hopes in the next few years to expand beyond Alachua County and open a center that can be a haven for girls.
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Hawthorne High School's head football coach and head girls basketball coach Cornelius Ingram and his son CJ work to make a difference in their community.
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