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Feel-Good Friday: Sharing Good News from Manatee County K-12 Schools

Let's shine a light on the positivity in Manatee County schools. Share your stories with #ManateeSchoolsGoodNews and spread the joy!


Abel Elementary School: 

Spirit Week - Day 4 is “Read My Shirt” Day!


Anna Maria Elementary School:

Congratulations to Mrs. Beth McIntosh, who is a Spectrum A+ teacher! The award salutes educators who make a difference by leading and inspiring students across the region. She was interviewed, and a story will run on Bay News 9 soon. Thank you, Mrs. McIntosh, for inspiring our Dolphins!


Bashaw Elementary School:

Fifth-grade Science Club started this week, and our Bobcats are working hard on recreating the planets of our solar system and learning new facts about all the planets. Great work!


Braden River High School FFA:

Huge thanks to our amazing guest speaker, Dani Ziegler, from the Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch, for sharing your insights with our Veterinary Assisting classes this morning! Your passion for animal welfare is truly inspiring! And speaking of inspiration, meet Clementine! This sweet girl is looking for her "forever home". If you’re ready to add some joy to your life, consider adopting Clementine! Let’s make a difference together!


Buffalo Creek Middle School:

Several of our chorus students attended the “Inspire and Empower” SA Festival at Riverview High School. Mrs. Malissa A. Baker and her students had a great time representing BCMS and making beautiful music.


Myakka City Elementary: 

Our Kindergarten/First Grade Team is rocking it! Love their new shirts!


Oneco Elementary School: 

Mrs. Ruch's first-grade class is one of several Oneco classes participating in Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading's 'This Book is Cool' program! This week they read the book "Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie" and learned about honesty and story retelling. Each student received a copy of the book to take home thanks to the generosity of The Patterson Foundation. 


Sea Breeze Elementary School:

A beautiful afternoon to enjoy Kona Ice!! Thank you for your support.


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