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Blue Darters coach looks ahead to 2027 after missing playoffs

Apopka finished the 2026 football season with consecutive victories but missed the FHSAA playoffs, leaving head coach Neeson questioning the state’s new ranking system. The Blue Darters now turn their attention to getting stronger, developing returning players, and helping college prospects take their next steps.
Apopka finished the 2026 football season with consecutive victories but missed the FHSAA playoffs, leaving head coach Neeson questioning the state’s new ranking system. The Blue Darters now turn their attention to getting stronger, developing returning players, and helping college prospects take their next steps.
Apopka scored early and often Friday night, building a 35-0 halftime lead over Wekiva and preserving the shutout to claim the Mayor’s Cup. Mayor Nick Nesta capped the celebration by presenting his alma mater with his first rivalry trophy.
Strong finish, no playoff ticket: Apopka’s season ends at 5-5
Apopka closed the regular season with consecutive victories, but its 5-5 finish wasn’t enough to earn a playoff berth. The Blue Darters’ season highlights how computer rankings weigh more than wins and losses when determining postseason opportunities.
Apopka delivered a strong regular-season finale against Timber Creek, combining big offensive plays with timely turnovers for a convincing win. The Blue Darters finished 5-5, offering an encouraging glimpse of what the program can build on.
Blue Darters finish regular season strong with victory over Timber Creek
Apopka delivered a strong regular-season finale against Timber Creek, combining big offensive plays with timely turnovers for a convincing win. The Blue Darters finished 5-5, offering an encouraging glimpse of what the program can build on.
The Foundation for OCPS has received a $400,000 grant from the Florida Blue Foundation to strengthen school-based food pantries and expand access to nutritious food. The funding will support students and families facing food insecurity throughout Orange County Public Schools.
Foundation for OCPS receives $400,000 to expand school food pantries
The Foundation for OCPS has received a $400,000 grant from the Florida Blue Foundation to strengthen school-based food pantries and expand access to nutritious food. The funding will support students and families facing food insecurity throughout Orange County Public Schools.
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Apopka scored early and often Friday night, building a 35-0 halftime lead over Wekiva and preserving the shutout to claim the Mayor’s Cup. Mayor Nick Nesta capped the celebration by presenting his alma mater with his first rivalry trophy.
Apopka blanks Wekiva 35-0 to claim Mayor’s Cup
Apopka scored early and often Friday night, building a 35-0 halftime lead over Wekiva and preserving the shutout to claim the Mayor’s Cup. Mayor Nick Nesta capped the celebration by presenting his first rivalry trophy to his alma mater.
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Florida health officials are considering removing four vaccination requirements for school and childcare entry. Epidemiologist Katrine L. Wallace explains the diseases these vaccines prevent and why declining vaccination rates could put more children at risk.
Apopka and Wekiva will close their football seasons with the Mayor’s Cup, putting a rivalry trophy and hometown bragging rights on the line. Festivities at Wekiva begin at 6 pm, with kickoff scheduled for 7 pm.
One trophy, two schools: Apopka, Wekiva meet for Mayor’s Cup
Apopka and Wekiva will close their football seasons with the Mayor’s Cup, putting a rivalry trophy and hometown bragging rights on the line. Festivities at Wekiva begin at 6 pm, with kickoff scheduled for 7 pm.
Orange County School Board members reviewed initial student assessment results and campus micromobility enforcement during their Oct. 27 work session. Approximately 1,150 devices are registered at district high schools, with repeated violations potentially leading to confiscation and loss of campus privileges.
OCPS reviews early academic progress as micromobility enforcement moves forward
Orange County School Board members reviewed initial student assessment results and campus micromobility enforcement during their Oct. 27 work session. Approximately 1,150 devices are registered at district high schools, with repeated violations potentially leading to confiscation and loss of campus privileges.
AI hiring tools can streamline recruitment, but they can also reinforce biases and leave qualified applicants struggling to get an interview. Second Harvest’s Keonna Yearwood-Branch explains how job training and direct employer relationships can help candidates move beyond automated screening.
When AI screens out opportunity: Why human connections still matter in hiring
AI hiring tools can streamline recruitment, but they can also reinforce biases and leave qualified applicants struggling to get an interview. Second Harvest’s Keonna Yearwood-Branch explains how job training and direct employer relationships can help candidates move beyond automated screening.
Apopka’s playoff hopes ended Friday night with a 45-13 loss to Lake Mary as turnovers and defensive breakdowns put the Blue Darters in an early hole. Two touchdown connections between Kai Goodling and Nyzier Collington provided a bright spot as Apopka looks toward its season finale against Wekiva.
Lake Mary defeats Apopka 45-13, ending Blue Darters’ playoff hopes
Apopka’s playoff hopes ended Friday night with a 45-13 loss to Lake Mary as turnovers and defensive breakdowns put the Blue Darters in an early hole. Two touchdown connections between Kai Goodling and Nyzier Collington provided a bright spot as Apopka looks toward its season finale against Wekiva.
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County’s November schedule features eight programs ranging from financial education for renters and homebuyers to backyard chicken care and wildlife habitat. Events run Nov. 4-19, with registration required and fees ranging from free to $12.51.
UF/IFAS Orange County offers November classes on housing, gardening and backyard chickens
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County’s November schedule features eight programs ranging from financial education for renters and homebuyers to backyard chicken care and wildlife habitat. Events run Nov. 4-19, with registration required and fees ranging from free to $12.51.
Lightning pauses Apopka’s Senior Night as Blue Darters look toward the future
Lightning interrupted Apopka’s Senior Night matchup against Timber Creek with the Blue Darters leading 12-7 and 10:42 remaining in the second quarter. The occasion also highlighted the contributions of Apopka’s graduating seniors and younger players poised to take on bigger roles next season.
Orange County Public Schools will host its Parent Academy School Choice Expo on Saturday, October 17, from 9 am to 12:30 pm at Lake Buena Vista High School. Apopka families and others across the district can explore magnet schools, scholastic academies, virtual learning, and alternative education programs.
OCPS School Choice Expo invites families to explore educational options
Orange County Public Schools will host its Parent Academy School Choice Expo on Saturday, October 17, from 9 am to 12:30 pm at Lake Buena Vista High School. Apopka families and others across the district can explore magnet schools, scholastic academies, virtual learning, and alternative education programs.

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