Colin Poon, a 2024 Apopka High School graduate, was not only recognized by Orange County Schools for bringing sun-safety education to the attention of OCPS but also by Bank of America as a student leader.

JP Hodgkins will be the Apopka Fire Chief one day, and I am endorsing his ascension. It might be a few years, but the 18-year-old Hodgkins, a recent graduate of Apopka High School, is on the right path and possesses all the qualities he needs to succeed.

The Apopka Blue Darters were named to the MaxPreps Top 25 most dominant football programs in Florida - the only Central Florida team on the list.

The FHSAA board, the executive authority of the association governing high school athletics in Florida, passed the rule unanimously, although some members expressed concern. 

Jarvis Ware, a standout on the Apopka and Wekiva High School football teams, is leaving the University of Central Florida's program.

Last week, the Florida High School Athletic Association voted to shake up districts and regions, changing the schedules for the Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs.

The Orange County School District received a ‘B’ grade from the State for 2023 under the new ‘Informational Baseline’ system. The 2022 grade was also a B.

The Apopka Blue Darters ended their season with a 42-14 loss to Sanford-Seminole in the Class 4M-Region 1 semifinals Friday night.

From online courses and tutorials to virtual internships and online testing facilities, there are so many ways through which young people can learn new knowledge and skills through the internet.

Enrollments in Florida schools decreased by 6% in the fall of 2020 during the pandemic. While they have begun to increase, they remain 3% below their prior level.

University of Florida and Florida A&M University announced candidates to tap as interim presidents following resignations by both institutions’ leaders, while Florida Atlantic University will kick off its second presidential search since its most recent president left in 2022. 

Studies have found that the greatest risk of heat illness occurs in the first two weeks of team practices, while players’ bodies are still getting used to the physical exertion and the heat.

Students and educators can show a valid school ID at checkout to get a 10% discount on purchases. The special “Teachable Moments” deal runs until Sunday, July 28th.