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Meeting gets heated as Broward school board discusses superintendent’s exit deal
Read full article: Meeting gets heated as Broward school board discusses superintendent’s exit dealThings got heated at the Broward County School Board Tuesday as board members discussed an exit package for Peter Licata, a little more than a month after the superintendent’s abrupt retirement after less than a year on the job.
New Broward superintendent holds 7 town hall meetings to discuss under-enrollment
Read full article: New Broward superintendent holds 7 town hall meetings to discuss under-enrollmentHoward Hepburn, the new Broward County Public Schools superintendent, attended a town hall meeting on Monday at Hollywood Hills High School.
Broward Superintendent Peter Licata announces retirement
Read full article: Broward Superintendent Peter Licata announces retirementLess than a year into the job as the head of the Broward school district, Superintendent Peter Licata made a surprise announcement at Tuesday morning’s school board meeting: He plans to retire at the end of the year.
Broward County Public Schools considers closing some campuses
Read full article: Broward County Public Schools considers closing some campusesBroward County Public Schools is preparing to close some schools. Their data shows that about 28% of public schools in the district have an enrollment that is under 70%.
Broward teachers getting a pay raise; here’s how much
Read full article: Broward teachers getting a pay raise; here’s how muchThe Broward County School Board held a news conference with the county’s teacher’s union Tuesday following the tentative agreements that were made including base salary increases.
Health officials concerned after measles cases continue to rise in South Florida
Read full article: Health officials concerned after measles cases continue to rise in South FloridaData from the Florida Department of Health showed the total number of measles cases in Broward County now stands at eight as of last weekend.
Superintendent says 3 percent of students are unvaccinated at Broward school with measles cases
Read full article: Superintendent says 3 percent of students are unvaccinated at Broward school with measles casesLocal 10 News has learned the State has the power to ask the parents of those who have been vaccinated not to come back to school following the recent measles cases in Broward County.
Officials report 6th measles case at Broward school; superintendent reassures parents
Read full article: Officials report 6th measles case at Broward school; superintendent reassures parentsA sixth confirmed measles case has been confirmed at Manatee Bay Elementary School. The Broward superintendent visited the campus Tuesday to reassure parents.
6 years later: Students create shape of heart in honor of Parkland school shooting victims
Read full article: 6 years later: Students create shape of heart in honor of Parkland school shooting victimsIt’s been six years since 17 people were killed in the Parkland school shooting, and many are honoring the victims Wednesday with moments of silence and other events.
This Week in South Florida Full Episode: February 11, 2024
Read full article: This Week in South Florida Full Episode: February 11, 2024On the latest episode of This Week in South Florida, host Glenna Milberg is joined Florida State Sen. Lauren Book, Broward Schools Superintendent Peter Licata, State Rep. Spencer Roach and State. Rep. Hillary Cassel.
Broward superintendent talks closing schools: ‘Not everyone is going to be happy’
Read full article: Broward superintendent talks closing schools: ‘Not everyone is going to be happy’Broward Schools Superintendent Peter Licata spoke about closing or repurposing schools as the process got underway Thursday
Broward County considers expanding child care programs to help bring in new teachers
Read full article: Broward County considers expanding child care programs to help bring in new teachersAmid nationwide teacher shortages and as a way to remain competitive, Broward County Public Schools is considering expanding their child care programs.
Broward County Superintendent aims to increase school security following 2 recent gun incidents
Read full article: Broward County Superintendent aims to increase school security following 2 recent gun incidentsBroward County Superintendent Peter Licata told Local 10 News Tuesday the safety of its students remains one of his top priorities, following two school gun-related incidents in the past week.
Mother of transgender Monarch High School athlete issues statement amid probe, fallout
Read full article: Mother of transgender Monarch High School athlete issues statement amid probe, falloutThe mother of a transgender student-athlete at Broward’s Monarch High School released a statement to Local 10 News Tuesday amid the fallout over a district investigation into her participation on the girls’ volleyball team.
Students at Broward’s Monarch High School walk out after staff shakeup over transgender athlete
Read full article: Students at Broward’s Monarch High School walk out after staff shakeup over transgender athleteStudents at a Broward County high school walked out of the classroom Tuesday, one day after the district announced it was reassigning the school’s principal and several other staff members amid a probe into a transgender athlete.
South Florida battles with aftermath of heavy rainstorms, widespread flooding
Read full article: South Florida battles with aftermath of heavy rainstorms, widespread floodingAs South Florida residents and visitors faced a relentless storm, unleashing heavy rain, and whipping winds throughout Thursday, the storm’s aftermath revealed a region grappling with the impact of widespread flooding and the damage that it has caused.
Broward Public Schools to ‘fully open’ Friday after excessive flooding forced closure
Read full article: Broward Public Schools to ‘fully open’ Friday after excessive flooding forced closureBroward County Public Schools were expected to be fully reopened Friday after all schools and district offices were closed on Thursday due to the heavy rain and flooding issues.
Broward has less students, may consider selling real estate
Read full article: Broward has less students, may consider selling real estateBroward County Public Schools Superintendent Peter Licata reported on Tuesday that there has been a reduction in student enrollment and this will affect the district’s budget.
Broward teachers demand better pay: ‘It’s not fair! It’s not right!’
Read full article: Broward teachers demand better pay: ‘It’s not fair! It’s not right!’Marry Carr, a 23-year veteran teacher, was among the protesters who met on Wednesday afternoon to demand better pay from Broward County Public Schools.
Broward middle school that had dangerous 2021 roof collapse getting needed upgrades
Read full article: Broward middle school that had dangerous 2021 roof collapse getting needed upgradesTwo years after a roof collapse caused students and teachers to scramble for safety, a middle school in Broward County is getting major upgrades.
Broward Schools asking for parents input ahead of sex education classes
Read full article: Broward Schools asking for parents input ahead of sex education classesSex education will be back in Broward County schools this spring, but before then, parents are being asked for their input about the proposed curriculum.
Monday marked 1st day of school for Broward district’s students — and its top boss
Read full article: Monday marked 1st day of school for Broward district’s students — and its top bossBroward County Public Schools students marked their first day of school Monday, which also marked Peter Licata’s very first first day of school as the district’s superintendent.
Broward’s school resource officers prepare for active shooter threat in Weston
Read full article: Broward’s school resource officers prepare for active shooter threat in WestonBroward Sheriff Gregory Tony and Peter Licata, Broward County Public Schools’ new superintendent, are relying on many of the lessons learned after the 2018 Valentine’s Day massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland to improve on-campus security.
Broward school board votes against proposal for annual teacher pay raise for next 3 years
Read full article: Broward school board votes against proposal for annual teacher pay raise for next 3 yearsThe Broward County School Board voted 5-4 against raising teachers’ wages after a day-long discussion about a proposal on Tuesday that proponents said would have made the district’s teachers one of the highest paid in Florida.
Broward School board member wants six-figure salary for teachers by 2025
Read full article: Broward School board member wants six-figure salary for teachers by 2025When it comes to teacher salaries, Broward Schools could be taking an unprecedented and audacious direction by paying teachers $100,000 in total compensation by 2025.
‘It starts with me’: New Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata ‘excited’ about future of Broward Schools
Read full article: ‘It starts with me’: New Superintendent Dr. Peter Licata ‘excited’ about future of Broward SchoolsIt’s been less than 24 hours since Dr. Peter Licata officially became the superintendent of Broward Schools and he’s already looking towards moving forward in his new position.
In unanimous vote, Broward school board members officially hire new superintendent
Read full article: In unanimous vote, Broward school board members officially hire new superintendentThe Broward County School Board is meeting Tuesday to vote on its negotiated contract agreement with new Superintendent Peter B. Licata.
Broward school board members delay vote on new school superintendent’s contract
Read full article: Broward school board members delay vote on new school superintendent’s contractBroward County Public Schools Superintendent Peter Licata will have to continue to wait for school board members to vote on his contract agreement.
Broward School Board to vote on negotiated contract agreement with incoming superintendent
Read full article: Broward School Board to vote on negotiated contract agreement with incoming superintendentThe Broward County School Board will vote Thursday whether or not to approve its negotiated contract agreement with incoming Superintendent Peter Licata.
New Broward superintendent discusses top priorities during exclusive interview with Local 10
Read full article: New Broward superintendent discusses top priorities during exclusive interview with Local 10The new big boss of Broward County Public Schools joined This Week in South Florida for an exclusive conversation on Sunday.
This Week in South Florida Full Episode: June 18, 2023
Read full article: This Week in South Florida Full Episode: June 18, 2023On the latest episode of This Week in South Florida, host Glenna Milberg welcomes Broward Schools Superintendent Peter Licata, attorney David O. Markus, NIST investigator Judy Mitrani-Reiser, and country music stars David and Howard Bellamy.
Broward school board votes to hire Peter Licata as new superintendent
Read full article: Broward school board votes to hire Peter Licata as new superintendentIn a 7-2 vote, the Broward County School Board hired an executive with the Palm Beach County school district for its top job Thursday afternoon.
Broward principals interview final 3 candidates in search of district’s next superintendent
Read full article: Broward principals interview final 3 candidates in search of district’s next superintendentAs the Broward County School Board narrowed its search down to three finalists to find the district’s new superintendent, each candidate was asked questions Wednesday during a board meeting on their leadership plans.