In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic that has caused the closure of Florida learning institutions, for the time being, Orange County Public Schools has made an effort to ensure that their students are still being fed regularly. Christina Howell is the principal of McCoy Elementary School, one of the sites in Orange County where parents can get a “grab-and-go … [Read more...]
Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Receives $140,000 From PetSmart Charities
One of the most common reasons pets are returned or surrendered to local shelters is a lack of affordable pet wellness, training, and education programs. Because of the expense and other barriers, pets in under-resourced communities often lack access to basic veterinary care, such as spay/neuter services, vaccinations, and dental care among other medical and preventative care … [Read more...]
Reduce, Recycle, Reuse: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
Earth Day was established following more than a century of increasing production, mass consumption, and pollution in the aftermath of the second industrial revolution. Americans were largely unaware of the harm this was doing to the environment until several key moments in the 1960s, including the publication of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring, which revealed the monumental … [Read more...]
Heart of Florida United Way to Offer Financial Help to Those Impacted by COVID-19
Nonprofit organization Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) established a fund for those impacted financially by the coronavirus. The fund, named ALICE, was started with a $100,000 investment from HFUW and asks other local businesses to join. ALICE stands for Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed. The fund is to support Orange, Osceola, and Seminole County residents … [Read more...]
Longhorn Stampede Brings Smiles and Reunitings for Local Students and Teachers
Photo Credit: Kayla Torres “What an amazing neighborhood,” exclaimed Shanna Chenault, a Laureate Park Elementary parent. While school is out for spring break and the fears and uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic continue, one local elementary school found a way to bring some light to the community. Laureate Park Elementary School hosted the Longhorn Teacher … [Read more...]
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