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Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott Announce 2017 Black History Month Student and Teacher Contest Winners

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Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott today announced the 2017 Black History Month student contest winners and Excellence in Education award recipients. This year’s theme was “A Recognition of the Role of African-Americans in Shaping Florida Today,” and the winners were honored during the annual Black History Month reception at the Florida Governor’s Mansion.
Governor Scott said, “Ann and I look forward to celebrating Black History Month every year and recognizing the countless individuals who have made a tremendous impact on our great state. I am honored to recognize this year’s student winners on their accomplishments and thank the educators for their commitment to Florida’s students.”
First Lady Ann Scott said, “Black History Month is a time to celebrate the unique and diverse culture that we value so much in Florida. I was very impressed with this year’s contest entries. When I visit schools across our beautiful state, I am excited to see the students’ enthusiasm about learning and encourage them to celebrate the accomplishments of African-Americans who have made an impact on their lives.”
The 2017 Black History Month featured artist is Eluster Richardson. Eluster’s artwork has won numerous awards and has been exhibited in a variety of settings, including the Museum of Florida History, Lemoyne Art Foundation, Florida State Museum of Art, Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art and the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. Eluster began painting as a child in the third grade and currently maintains a studio in Tallahassee.
Governor Scott and First Lady Ann Scott honored three outstanding educators with the Excellence in Education Award. These individuals were nominated by students and peers, and each received $1,500 from Volunteer Florida.
Excellence in Education award recipients are:

  • Kimberly Rostick, Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, Tampa, Hillsborough County
  • Michael Burton, Workman Middle School, Pensacola, Escambia County
  • Makeda Brome, Lincoln Park Academy, Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County

The following student essay contest winners – one elementary, one middle, and one high school student – earned a four-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.  
Student essay contest winners are:

  • Isabel Alvarez, Aventura City of Excellence Public Charter School, Aventura, Miami-Dade County (4th-5th grade)
  • Destiny Stewart, Deer Lake Middle School, Tallahassee, Leon County (6th-8th grade)
  • Nathalie Sieh, Clearwater Central Catholic School, Clearwater, Pinellas County (9th-12th grade)

The following student art contest winners each received $250. 
Student art contest winners are:

  • Hailey Kate Soto, Columbia Elementary School, Orlando, Orange County (Kindergarten-1st grade)
  • Christian Dunnon, Glade View Elementary School, Belle Glade, Palm Beach County (2nd-3rd grade)

Volunteer Florida also recognized Champion of Service Wesley L. Harris, Founding Pastor of the Lord’s House International Ministries in Clermont, Florida.
The Black History Month reception and awards are supported by Volunteer Florida, Florida Prepaid College Foundation, and more.
 
For more information about the Florida Department of Education, visit www.fldoe.org.

First Lady Ann Scott kicks off Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! with Broward County elementary, middle and high school students

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First Lady Ann Scott - Celebrate Literacy Week Kickoff

First Lady Ann Scott kicks off Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! at Ft. Lauderdale High School

First Lady Ann Scott kicked off 2017 Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! today at Fort Lauderdale High School with Florida’s 2017 Teacher of the Year, Department of Education and Florida Lottery officials, author and prize-winning Novelist Brad Meltzer and students from neighboring schools. The ninth annual event focuses on the theme, “Literacy Changes Our World.”
First Lady Ann Scott said, “CELEBRATE LITERACY WEEK, FLORIDA! is one of my favorite events because it brings together Florida students of many ages to recognize the invaluable role that literacy plays in every aspect of our lives. I was impressed by Broward County’s talented students and their participation in today’s activities while we kicked off Celebrate Literary Week, Florida! I’m very excited to share my passion for reading as I travel to schools throughout the state.”
Following the kick-off event, First Lady Ann Scott will visit seven schools on her literacy tour:

  • Eagle Point Elementary School
  • Grandview Preparatory School
  • Pine Grove Elementary School
  • Forest Park Elementary School
  • Heritage Elementary School
  • Lake Alfred Elementary School
  • Karen M. Siegel Academy

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Ft. Lauderdale High School Students Perform at Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! kickoff

Since Governor Rick Scott took office in 2011, First Lady Scott has prioritized reading and literacy, and she has visited all of Florida’s 67 counties sharing her passion for reading with Floridians. During the school year, First Lady Scott visits schools throughout the state, where she reads to Florida’s students and thanks their hardworking educators for helping to prepare them for lifelong success. Over the summer months, she partners with the Departments of Education and Environmental Protection to encourage students to remain focused on reading all year.
“Literacy is a fundamental skill that students must continually develop to accomplish their academic and career goals,” said Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart. “We are fortunate that First Lady Ann Scott uses her platform to motivate Florida’s students to love reading as much as she does, and I hope that all of our state’s parents and educators will echo this powerful message.”
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! is a week-long celebration each January designed to raise awareness about the importance of literacy and to inspire Florida’s students and families to make reading a part of their daily routines. The week’s events are made possible by participating sponsors: Florida Lottery; LEGOLAND Florida Resort; and the Florida Education Foundation.
For more information about Celebrate Literacy Week, visit Just Read, Florida!
For more information about the Florida Department of Education, visit www.fldoe.org.