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Seminole High School bolstered with law enforcement amid rumored, potential threat
Read full article: Seminole High School bolstered with law enforcement amid rumored, potential threatSeminole High School will see an increased presence of law enforcement on Thursday amid what the school’s principals call a rumored, possible threat on campus.
Suspect in 2022 Seminole High School shooting given 15-year prison sentence
Read full article: Suspect in 2022 Seminole High School shooting given 15-year prison sentenceA man who was arrested at 16 years old in 2022, accused of shooting a fellow student at Seminole High School, was just given a 15-year prison sentence, court records show.
Student arrested after gun found on Seminole High School campus
Read full article: Student arrested after gun found on Seminole High School campusA student was arrested during the summer session at Seminole High School after someone tipped off investigators that they had brought a weapon to campus, according to officials.
Students arrested after seeking ‘bounty’ at Lake Mary High School, deputies say
Read full article: Students arrested after seeking ‘bounty’ at Lake Mary High School, deputies sayThey went into Lake Mary High School’s auditorium and told one of the students that they were there for a “bounty,” investigators explained.
Teen arrested after being found with gun at Seminole High School, police say
Read full article: Teen arrested after being found with gun at Seminole High School, police sayAn 18-year-old student was arrested after he was found with a weapon at Seminole High School on Thursday, according to Sanford police.
Seminole County schools helping teens cope after 2 student deaths
Read full article: Seminole County schools helping teens cope after 2 student deathsA crisis response team made up of licensed mental health counselors and school social workers will be available to students in Seminole County this week following the death of a student.
Seminole High School shooting victim sues school board over injuries
Read full article: Seminole High School shooting victim sues school board over injuriesA former student at Seminole High School who was injured in a school shooting earlier this year has filed a lawsuit against the district school board, court documents show.
‘Everybody was worried:’ As Seminole High student recovers from shooting, school family lifts him up
Read full article: ‘Everybody was worried:’ As Seminole High student recovers from shooting, school family lifts him upJhavon McIntyre, 18, said his recovery continues after he was shot while inside Seminole High School on Jan. 19 of this year.
‘I never thought it would happen to me:’ Student shot at Seminole High discusses attack, his recovery
Read full article: ‘I never thought it would happen to me:’ Student shot at Seminole High discusses attack, his recoveryAn 18-year-old student who was shot and injured by another teen at Seminole High School earlier this year sat down with News 6 to discuss the incident.
Central Florida students, community members protest controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill
Read full article: Central Florida students, community members protest controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ billStudents at Edgewater High School took part in a walkout Friday to protest a piece of legislation critics have colloquially dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
Students across Seminole County walkout to protest Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill
Read full article: Students across Seminole County walkout to protest Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ billMiddle and high school students across Seminole County walked out Thursday afternoon in protest of a Florida bill that would ban discussions about sexual orientation or gender identity in classrooms across the state.
UPDATE: Student found with gun on campus of Seminole High School, Sanford police say
Read full article: UPDATE: Student found with gun on campus of Seminole High School, Sanford police sayA student was found with a weapon on the campus of Seminole High School Friday, according to school administrators.
Real Talk, Real Solutions: Black pioneers reflect on navigating racism, segregation while integrating Florida schools
Read full article: Real Talk, Real Solutions: Black pioneers reflect on navigating racism, segregation while integrating Florida schoolsLaVon Bracy and Ingrid Burton Nathan talk about their experiences with racism and hate in the face of desegregating Florida schools.
3 men accused of stealing gold chains off juveniles at Seminole High School, police say
Read full article: 3 men accused of stealing gold chains off juveniles at Seminole High School, police saySanford police are investigating an incident in which three men allegedly stole over $4,000 of items off three juveniles at Seminole High School Friday, according to a partial report.
COVID levels in Altamonte Springs wastewater decrease by 75% from week prior
Read full article: COVID levels in Altamonte Springs wastewater decrease by 75% from week priorThe concentration of COVID-19 in the Altamonte Sewer Service Areas has decreased 75% from the week prior, according to the Altamonte Springs City Manager Franklin Martz.
Major campus disruptions increase for two Central Florida counties during pandemic
Read full article: Major campus disruptions increase for two Central Florida counties during pandemicSince the beginning of the school year, News 6 reporters have covered on more than 30 high-profile incidents on school campuses: including student arrests, weapons on campus and lockdowns.
Heightened Seminole High School safety measures to remain in place following campus shooting
Read full article: Heightened Seminole High School safety measures to remain in place following campus shootingHeftier security measures remained in place at Seminole High School on Friday and will continue into next week following a shooting on the Sanford campus Wednesday, the school district said.
Student finds bullet in Lake Nona High School locker room, school district says
Read full article: Student finds bullet in Lake Nona High School locker room, school district saysA Lake Nona High School student found a stray bullet in a locker room on campus Thursday, according to a representative with Seminole County Public Schools.
‘This event doesn’t define Seminole High School:’ Seminole board examining school shooting response
Read full article: ‘This event doesn’t define Seminole High School:’ Seminole board examining school shooting responseThe board met Thursday to discuss what went wrong and what can be improved with their response to the incident.
‘I see a bunch of kids just running:’ 911 call released in Seminole High School shooting
Read full article: ‘I see a bunch of kids just running:’ 911 call released in Seminole High School shootingSome students from Seminole High School ran to a nearby apartment complex after a shooting took place on the campus, according to a 911 call released by police Thursday.
Mental health counselors, extra security at Seminole High School following student shooting
Read full article: Mental health counselors, extra security at Seminole High School following student shootingExtra mental health counselors were brought in to Seminole High School on Thursday as a result of Wednesday’s shooting where a student was injured.
Teen facing attempted murder charge in Seminole High School shooting appears before judge
Read full article: Teen facing attempted murder charge in Seminole High School shooting appears before judgeA 16-year-old boy facing an attempted murder charge following a shooting at Seminole High School made his first appearance in court Thursday morning.
‘It’s OK to not be OK:’ Psychology professor’s message to students following school shooting
Read full article: ‘It’s OK to not be OK:’ Psychology professor’s message to students following school shootingSeminole High School went on lockdown shortly after noon Wednesday following a shooting on campus, according to district officials.
Timeline: Here’s what happened day of Seminole High School shooting, police say
Read full article: Timeline: Here’s what happened day of Seminole High School shooting, police sayA 16-year-old was taken into custody Wednesday after shooting and injuring a Seminole High School classmate on the Sanford campus, according to police.
‘I guess it’s just America:’ Seminole High School student reacts to campus shooting
Read full article: ‘I guess it’s just America:’ Seminole High School student reacts to campus shootingA Seminole High School student said school shootings shouldn’t feel as normal as they do following one at her campus Wednesday in which someone shot and injured a classmate.
UPDATE: Family identifies student shot 3 times at Seminole High School
Read full article: UPDATE: Family identifies student shot 3 times at Seminole High SchoolA student who was shot several times at Seminole High School is “doing OK,” according to family members who spoke with News 6 hours after the shooting.
Seminole High School football team helps during food distribution event in Sanford
Read full article: Seminole High School football team helps during food distribution event in SanfordIn a few days, millions of families will be celebrating Christmas and for some, having a home-cooked meal will be a challenge due to their financial struggles.
Seminole High School head coach reflects on team’s first state title since 2008
Read full article: Seminole High School head coach reflects on team’s first state title since 2008Throughout the 2020 season, Seminole High School football coach Eric Lodge would tell his players, “You get what you deserve.”After overcoming the challenges related to COVID-19, gritty opponents and unexpected heartbreaks and hardships off the field, the Seminoles got what they deserved last month: the Class 8A state championship. It was Seminole High’s first title since 2008 and the ultimate end to an undefeated season. Last week, Lodge was named the Florida Dairy Farmer’s Coach of the Year. Lodge looked back on the season with WKMG Sports Director Jamie Seh. Watch his remarks in the video player above.
Loved ones vow to honor Seminole High School student who died in crash
Read full article: Loved ones vow to honor Seminole High School student who died in crashSANFORD, Fla. – A Seminole High School student and football player was killed in a crash Sunday, school officials said. In a letter to parents and students Monday, Seminole High School Principal Dr. Jordan Rodriguez said Zi’Erric Wynn, 18, of Sanford, died in an auto accident. Rodriguez said Zi’Erric Wynn was a member of the SHS football family and beloved by his coaches and teammates. Below is the full letter sent to families:Good morning SHS family,It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the passing of Seminole High School student Zi’Erric Wynn. Respectfully yours,Dr. Jordan RodriguezPrincipalSeminole High School
Time out: Macaw lands on soccer player’s head during game
Read full article: Time out: Macaw lands on soccer player’s head during gameRIO DE JANEIRO – An unusual sight was caught on camera at a recent soccer game in Brazil. A colorful macaw forced a time out after it landed on a player’s head. The bizarre incident happened in the middle of a training match over the weekend. [TRENDING: 10-foot bull shark attacks snorkeler in Fla. | Seminole High School student killed in crash | Fla. strip club fights to lower dancer age to 18]The bird sat on the woman’s head for several seconds before jumping onto a soccer ball and then flying toward the goal.
‘Relief was overwhelming,’ Seminole schools accommodate 93% of high-risk teachers
Read full article: ‘Relief was overwhelming,’ Seminole schools accommodate 93% of high-risk teachersCasale decided to apply for the Seminole Virtual School option, hoping to be selected to teach via Seminole Connect. In fact, according to Dan Smith, the president of the Seminole Education Foundation, he applauded how Seminole County Public schools were able to accommodate high-risk teachers. He said at last count there were 420 high-risk teachers and around another 250 teachers with loved ones at home who are also considered high-risk. “I will have a little more peace when I know that 7% has that accommodations as well.”According to Seminole County Public School spokesperson Michael Lawrence, the demand for Seminole County Virtual School was there. With more than 10,000 students choosing Seminole County Virtual School or Seminole Virtual “save my seat” option, the district needed to hire 520 more teachers, many of them high-risk like Casale.
4 big changes students will see inside Seminole County classrooms
Read full article: 4 big changes students will see inside Seminole County classroomsSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. Teachers in Seminole County returned back to the classroom Tuesday for pre-planning ahead of the first day of school in the county set for Aug. 17. Seminole High School principal Jordan Rodriguez took News 6 on a tour to show how some teachers are already setting up their classrooms to keep students safe. No more extra furnitureFurniture items will be limited to only the essentials in Seminole County classrooms. Seminole County School District recently purchasing 25,000 desk partitions. Of those, about 1,650 will be coming to Seminole High School, which will cover nearly all of the 1,800 students who have chosen full face-to-face learning.
8 girls arrested after brawl at Seminole High School
Read full article: 8 girls arrested after brawl at Seminole High SchoolSEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Eight students at Seminole County High School were arrested Friday after school officials said the girls were involved in a fight on campus during dismissal. “Several young women engaged in multiple physical altercations as students marched toward their buses,” the email read. “This melee resulted in eight young women being arrested as they endangered themselves, their peers, our School Resource Officers, and my staff members.”The Sanford Police Department is investigating the incident and looking for any footage of the fight. “There was a fight involving a number of students at Seminole High School. “Students involved in today’s incident will be disciplined per our SCPS student code of conduct, in addition to any potential criminal charges that may be levied,” Seminole County Schools spokesman Michael Lawrence said in an email.