HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY

Eye Care

THE EYE CENTER AND FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF SPORTS VISION

One of the nation’s leading eye care centers in the heart of Pembroke Pines for 50 years. With specialties in Pediatric Eye Care, Sports and Performance Vision, Myopia Control, Dry Eye, Contact Lenses and Ocular Disease, The Eye Center can provide care for the whole family! Receive the same quality care as the pros with the team eye care providers for the Miami Dolphins and Inter Miami CF. Call (954) 432-7711 for an appointment or visit us at 1732 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines 33024.

FITNESS FACILITIES & WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMS

SOUTHWEST FOCAL POINT COMMUNITY CENTER

301 NW 103rd Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33026. Call (954) 450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com. Chair Exercise, Water Aerobics, Tai Chi – All Levels, Mat Yoga, Chair Yoga, Salsa, Zumba, Cardio Strength & Core, 20/20/20 Fitness, Senior Total Fitness, Chair Total Fitness, Meditation Quest, Ageless Grace, Line Dancing, Reiki Healing, Senior Power Fitness and Tai Chi Fan. Please call (954) 450-6888 for more information.

HOSPITALS, MEDICAL FACILITIES & URGENT CARE CENTERS

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MIRAMAR

1901 SW 172nd Avenue, Miramar, 33029. (954) 538-5000. 24-Hour Adult and Pediatric Emergency Rooms.

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WEST

703 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines, 33028. (954) 436-5000. 24-Hour Adult and Pediatric Emergency Rooms. www.memorialwest.com.

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PEMBROKE

7800 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines. (954) 962-9650.

MEMORIAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL

3501 Johnson Street, Hollywood 33021. (954) 987-2000. 24-Hour Adult and Pediatric Emergency Rooms. www.memorialregional.com.

JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood 33021. (954) 265-5324. JDCH.com.

• CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: A full-service, patient- and familycentered care hospital. Inspired by those we care for, we believe in the healing Power of Play, creating an environment where kids can be kids and parents are partners in care. We provide a comprehensive scope of children’s services through our inpatient and outpatient programs- from minor illnesses to some of the most complex medical conditions. Our advanced facility is staffed 24 hours a day by a major league team of pediatric specialists, and specialty-trained nurses and ancillary support staff. In addition, young patients are treated by one of the largest diverse group of board-certified pediatric specialists in the region. For all of these reasons and more, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital has earned the distinction of being the leading children’s hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

• CONCUSSION CLINIC: Whether it’s a sports-related or nonsports-related concussion or mild traumatic brain injury, count on us to deliver quality, coordinated care. We help navigate and expedite appointments with the right pediatric specialists to meet your child’s needs: Our team include physicians and therapists with specialties in Pediatric Sports Medicine, Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Pediatric Vestibular Rehabilitation and Pediatric Neurosurgery. Call (954) 538-5566 or visit JDCH.com/concussion. Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston.

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S MIRAMAR OUTPATIENT CENTER

The Nicklaus Children’s Miramar Outpatient Center offers appointments with board-certified pediatric specialty physicians and diagnostic testing, including free EKG screenings for young athletes. For more information, please call (954) 442-0809 or visit nicklauschildrens.org/Miramar.

HEALTH SERVICES & IMMUNIZATIONS

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY

Family Public Health Services: Birth Certificates, Immunizations, Children’s Dental, KidCare, WIC, Adult Specialty Dental, Family Planning, Health Education, HIV Prevention/Testing and more. (954) 467- 4705 or www.broward.floridahealth.gov.

Mental Health Services

ELITE MENTAL HEALTH PEMBROKE PINES

We are passionate about FILLING THE GAP in therapy/mental health services by offering innovative programs that promote mental wellbeing. With top-notch clinical expertise to children, adolescents, adults and the geriatric populations in our community, immediate access to care with no waitlists! Bi-lingual therapists, life coping skills, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, lack of focus, ADHD, behavioral issues, family separations, divorce, depression, bullying, fears & phobias, grief, loss of a loved one, life coaching, substance abuse, optimizing time management, forensic psychology, trauma, and more. https:// elliementalhealth.com/locations/pembroke-pines-fl/. 9050 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. (754) 283-9665 or (754) 704-6867.

JOY ACASO

Life sometimes gets overwhelming, but I am here to help you cope with the stress of daily life. Whether it’s for you or your children, let me teach you how to cope. I am an anxiety Support Coach & Licensed Psychotherapist. Set up your free consultation. hello@joyacaso.com or (954) 399-1438.

Orthopedic Care

BAPTIST HEALTH ORTHOPEDIC CARE

Baptist Health Orthopedic Care is conveniently located in Plantation and offers orthopedic and sports medicine services. You’ll have access to the same level of care as South Florida’s top professional athletes. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM-5:00PM, and are located at 1228 South Pine Island Road, Suite 310, inside the Baptist Health Wellness and Medical Complex just north of I-595 and Pine Island Road. Call (833) 556-6764 or visit BaptistHealth.net/OrthoPlantation to request an appointment or for more information.

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE

JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ORTHOPEDIC CENTER

Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston. (954) 265-6300.

• PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY & [U18] SPORTS

MEDICINE: Meeting the needs of the pediatric & adolescent population with orthopedic injuries ranging from scoliosis and spinal deformities, bone tumors, fractures, hand injuries and upper extremity conditions, limb lengthening & deformities, hip injuries & hip disorders, concussions, sports & dance injuries and much more, your child will be cared for by fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeons and physicians: Dr. Michael Jofe, Dr. Randolph Cohen, Dr. Neal McNerney, Dr. Stephen Storer, Dr. Jeremy Frank, Dr. Eric Eisner, Dr. Matthew Fazekas, Dr. Michael Dressing, Dr. Andrew Gupta, Dr. Michael Aversano, Dr. Stephen Plachta & Dr. Stanley Szybinski who combined have over 80 years’ experience. We provide a full spectrum of care, with diagnostic imaging by pediatric radiologists and technologists, anesthesia care by board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists and rehabilitation by licensed and doctorate level physical therapists. The Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Orthopedic Center has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024 9 years in a row. Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston. JDCH.com/Orthopedics.

• PERFORMING ARTS & DANCE MEDICINE PROGRAM: Dance is a complex physical commitment that requires holistic treatment of the musculoskeletal system. Physicians and physical therapists from the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Orthopedic Center specialize in caring for youth and young adult dancers and performing artists. We apply a comprehensive evaluation from nutrition, bone health, and sports psychology in addition to management of acute injuries. Our experts specialize in the assessment and treatment of performance-related injuries. With experience caring for company dancers from the Boston Ballet and Boston Conservatory, we cater to the unique discipline of dance biomechanics, flexibility, strength deficits, injury prevention and pointe readiness. Young dancers can expect full evaluation, diagnostics and treatment of all injuries. JDCH.com/Dance.

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ORTHOPEDIC, SPORTS MEDICINE

& SPINE INSTITUTE

The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Orthopedic, Sports Medicine & Spine Institute is a regional leader in treating pediatric musculoskeletal conditions. In fact, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was once again identified among the best in the nation for Orthopedics according to U.S.News & World’s Report’s 2022-2023 “Best Children’s Hospitals” rankings. Treatment for a variety of conditions is available at the Nicklaus Children’s Miramar Outpatient Center. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (305) 662-8366 or email orthokids@nicklaushealth.org.

SPEECH, PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES

JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL REHABILITATION CENTER

JDCH.com/Rehab (954) 265-4000. PEDIATRIC THERAPY SERVICES: Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy, Feeding Therapy services and much more. Serving the needs of pediatric and adolescent patients – Our therapists specialize in the treatment of infants and children with a variety of diagnoses, including neurological deficits, sensory and auditory processing disorders, developmental delay and much more. Locations: Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Pembroke Pines & Wellington.

[U18] SPORTS MEDICINE SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES

Helping meet the unique sports injury prevention and treatment needs of children and adolescents. Every patient treated at [U18] receives one-on-one individualized sports physical therapy care provided by highly experienced orthopedic physical therapists. Our patients have our undivided attention, which can help improve outcomes. Our facilities are tailored specifically for the young athlete. Locations in Miramar, Coral Springs & Wellington. (954) 538-5500.

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S REHABILITATION SERVICES

Nicklaus Children’s offers a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic rehabilitation services in Broward County with locations in Weston and Miramar, including occupational, physical, speech-language, feeding and swallowing, and aquatic therapies, as well as therapeutic experts to rehabilitate sports medicine, orthopedic, and hand mobility conditions. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment, please call (305) 663-8413 (toll free: (877) 624-8413) or visit nicklauschildrens.org/Scheduling.

BAPTIST HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY & REHABILITATION

Baptist Health Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation provides physical therapy and rehabilitation for a wide range of orthopedic and sports medicine injuries. Conveniently located in Plantation, we are open Monday through Friday from 7:00AM-7:00PM, and are located at 1228 South Pine Island Road, Suite 330, inside the Baptist Health Wellness and Medical Complex just north of I-595 and Pine Island Road. For more information, call (786) 308-2000 or visit BaptistHealth.net/Plantation.

SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES

CHILDREN’S SERVICES COUNCIL OF BROWARD COUNTY

The Children’s Services Council of Broward County funds over one hundred programs that support one in three children and their families county wide. Programs include: helping expectant mothers deliver healthy babies, providing safe and affordable childcare services, helping to keep youth out of the juvenile justice system, assist aging foster care youth to find housing and employment, assist grandparents and relative caregivers in finding support, assisting the special needs youth population to become contributing members of the community and much more. To learn more about the CSC and our funded programs please call us at (954) 377-1000 or visit us on the web at www.cscbroward.org.

SOUTHWEST FOCAL POINT COMMUNITY CENTER

301 NW 103rd Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33026. The S.W. Point Community Center offers individual and group counseling to registered members ages 60 and over. Our services are confidential, and we strive to build a supportive network for adults. Individual counseling is provided by our Counselor on staff. To schedule a counseling appointment or to obtain further information call Social Services at (954) 450-6888.

CAREMAX MEDICAL CENTER OF PEMBROKE PINES AT SOUTHWEST FOCAL POINT COMMUNITY CENTER

Se hâbla español. 501 NW 103 Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33026. (954) 251-1497. www.caremax.net; ytrejo@caremax.net. Serving all members of the community. Services include comprehensive primary care, all specialties, including in house dental and optometry, laboratories, pharmacy with delivery, pain management and massage therapy, transportation, Preventive Medicine and Disease Management.

T he SECME STEM Olympiad program in Broward Schools is a strategic alliance to renew and strengthen the professional capacity of K-12 educators, motivate, and mentor students, and empower parents so that all students can learn and achieve at higher levels. STEM is a Nationwide initiative which focuses on Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). SECME’s mission is to increase the pool of historically underrepresented, under-served, and differently abled students who will be prepared to enter and complete post-secondary studies in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology, thus creating a diverse and globally competitive workforce. The SECME – STEM Olympiad combines these two philosophies into one event and will focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics principles as well as SECME national competitions. Broward County students compete in mousetrap cars, water bottle rockets, banners, generator build, bionic arms, and VEX exhibition.

Pines Lakes Elementary School students can participate in after-school teacher led clubs. SECME is an after-school club held twice a week. Students met after-school to discuss the SECME Olympiad requirements. The requirements included a written report, a blueprint, and photos of the models being entered into competition. Beginning in August 2022, our students conducted weekly observations, collected data, and collaborated to improve both their water bottle rockets and mousetrap cars. They worked collaboratively, problem solved, tested, made observations, and reimagined their prototypes. In addition, the students also entered their team banner. This year’s SECME Olympiad was The Meta Verse. The students created their own avatars, drew, and painted their images on the banner for later submission.

Pines Lakes Elementary SECME club students participated in water bottle rocketry and windup mousetrap cars on March 11, 2023. Students arrived at the Nova High School gym from our entire district to compete in the various categories. Two team represented each school that competed in each category from elementary through high school. The two teams that represented Pines Lakes Elementary this year were The Marvelous Mickey’s and Team Meta Stars. During the competition, each of our outstanding PLE Panthers continued to demonstrated tenacity, perseverance, and dedication. Our team The Meta Stars won 1st place in the Broward County Public Schools Districtwide competition for mousetrap car. That win qualified them to participate in SECME Nationals. Our students submitted a virtual portfolio to SEMCE. Within a couple of weeks, we were thrilled to be notified that our students won 2nd place in Nationals. Congratulations to Team Meta Stars (Kassandra Bolanos, Anthony de la Cruz, and Joseph Cummings-Nasief). Twenty-six students participated weekly in our club. We are so proud of each of their accomplishments and our hope is that they continue to pursue STEM in their future. Schedule a tour of our school, call (754) 323-7100.

10300 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines 33026.

Broward County Public School Calendar*

2023 - -2024 CALENDAR

AUGUST

Monday - Friday, August 14 - 18: Employee Planning (No school for students)

Monday, August 21: First Day of School

SEPTEMBER

Monday, September 4: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

Monday, September 25: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

OCTOBER

Monday, October 23: Early Release Day

Tuesday, October 24: Employee Planning (No school for students)

NOVEMBER

Tuesday, November 7: Employee Planning (No school for students)

Friday, November 10: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

Monday - Friday, November 20 - 24: Schools Closed

DECEMBER

Monday - Friday, December 25 - 29: Schools Closed

2024

JANUARY

Monday - Friday, January 1 - 5: Schools Closed

Monday, January 15: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

Friday, January 19: Early Release Day

Monday, January 22: Employee Planning (No school for students)

FEBRUARY

Wednesday, February 14: Early Release Day

Monday, February 19: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

MARCH

Thursday, March 21: Early Release Day

Friday, March 22: Employee Planning (No school for students)

Monday - Friday, March 25-29: School Spring Break

APRIL

Wednesday, April 10: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

MAY

Friday, May 24: Early Release Day

Monday, May 27: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

JUNE

Monday, June 10: Early Release Day, Last Day of School

Tuesday, June 11: Employee Planning (No school for students)

HURRICANE MAKE-UP DAYS:

• Monday, October 23, 2023

• Friday, January 19, 2024

• Thursday, March 21, 2024

• Friday, May 24, 2024

• Monday, June 10, 2024

Dearest Resident of Pembroke Pines, I am both delighted and proud to have joined the Lakeside Elementary leadership team in December of 2022. Prior to being appointed as the principal of Lakeside Elementary, I served as the principal of Sea Castle Elementary for over 12 years. During my time there, I was able to help the school not only achieve but maintain the pinnacle of success. As a school principal, I believe my job is to identify avenues of advancement for my scholars and instill in them tenacity, determination, confidence, and the value of education. My desire to extend my reach and diversify my experiences is what led me to Lakeside Elementary.

Raised by a single mother who worked two jobs to support my siblings and I, the value of hard work and making a difference in life became a paramount objective I continually strive to attain. I knew early on that I necessarily needed to utilize the grit my mother instilled in me to succeed in life. Not only was I focused on being the first in my family to graduate from high school, but I also wanted to be the first to become completely bilingual. Numerous opportunities were afforded to me as a minority coming from a proactive school district, including a college scholarship to the University at Buffalo. During my time at UB, I earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree. My education provided me with the platform to work for the betterment of all scholars. Motivating, creating opportunities for literacy and self-improvement are important to me. My passion for learning continues to this day. In May of 2023, I graduated from Nova Southeastern University with a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

During the 2023-2023 school year, I am excited to announce the Lakeside Elementary staff will be working to engrain in our scholars the principles of GRIT. Our goal is for each scholar to take on academic challenges with (G)umption, (R)esilency (I)ntegrity, and (T)enacity. My leadership team and I have been planning for a school year filled with exciting activities built to unite all stakeholders on our vision of “Fostering a growth mindset environment where every scholar achieves their best.” We have been working diligently this summer to build a “Dream Team.” A team that will, undoubtedly, inspire and motivate each scholar to recognize their fullest potential. Many exciting changes have been taking place this summer at Lakeside! All of which are aimed at surpassing the academic accomplishments previously attained! Beginning with the hiring of highly qualified teachers, paraprofessionals working towards their teaching degree, and the appointment of our new assistant principal, Zoe Leal, the Lakeside team is focused on one thing: the success of all scholars.

I look forward to welcoming home our scholars this August and kicking off the 2023-2024 school year. With the support of all stakeholders this year, I am confidant Lakeside’s Dream Team will DREAM MORE, ACHIEVE MORE, and SUCCEED MORE! Afterall, WE ARE LAKESDIE! 900 NW 136th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33028. (754) 323-6400.

As we bid farewell to the summer, a thrilling new academic year is just on the horizon at Pines Middle School. We are abuzz with anticipation and look forward to creating an environment where academic growth, creativity, and a vibrant school spirit flourish! Together, with a shared passion for education and community, we will work to make this year a transformative experience for every Pines Panther.

This year, we are proud to introduce an exciting new addition to our curriculum: the Cambridge International Program. This esteemed program, recognized worldwide, is designed to empower our students, turning them into confident, responsible, innovative, and engaged individuals. By implementing curriculum of the renowned Cambridge University, we aim to provide an enhanced academic experience in alignment with Broward County curriculum and Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards. One of the significant benefits of this program is that students who successfully meet the AICE course requirements in high school and complete their service hours can be eligible for the full Bright Futures Scholarship, regardless of SAT or ACT scores.

In our unwavering commitment to bridging education and technology, we’re excited to launch our new Immersive Media Lab, developed in collaboration with Verizon Innovative Learning Schools (VILS) and Heart of America. This cutting-edge lab features top-of-the-line virtual reality stations and 3D printers, offering students the opportunity to dive into immersive learning experiences and create tangible models of their ideas. From virtual field trips to hands-on problem-solving, the Immersive Media Lab is about more than just technology; it’s a space where curiosity meets

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innovation, equipping our students with critical skills for the future and fostering a culture of lifelong learning.

Creativity has also found a home at Pines Middle School this year. Our Art department has partnered with the Florida Panthers and HandsOn Broward to embellish our hallways with stunning new murals. These pieces will not only beautify our space but also inspire creativity and stimulate intellectual curiosity among our students. We are eager for you to experience the transformed ambiance of our hallways!

Our dedicated team of teachers and staff is excited to welcome our students back and guide them through this exciting academic year. Their expertise, combined with our enriched academic offerings and cutting-edge resources, will undoubtedly drive Pines Middle School toward a new era of academic achievement.

We invite you to stay connected with us throughout the year by following our updates and events on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkTree @PinesPanthers or by visiting our website at www.browardschools.com/pines. Your engagement and support play a crucial role in creating a vibrant learning community.

Join us as we step into a thrilling new school year, filled with boundless opportunities and challenges that promise to shape our learners into well-rounded global citizens. Together, we can transform this year into an unforgettable journey of learning, growth, and success. Here’s to the adventures and achievements that await us! See you soon, Panthers! Visit us at N.W. Douglas Road, Pembroke Pines, 33024 or call us at (754) 323-4000.

School is a journey, and sometimes that journey will take your child off course or down an unintended path. Even the best of students will find some subjects or concepts difficult, but when an academic issue becomes bigger or seems to be affecting your child for an extended period of time, it’s best not to ignore it. Here are a few tips on how to help your child confront lingering learning issues that simply aren’t going away on their own:

• Check the organization. Is your child disorganized and constantly losing track of papers and homework? Is staying on top of assignments problematic? Does your child not use a planner no matter how much you suggest it? It is possible that your child is causing many of their own problems with poor organization and haphazard homework routines (e.g., relying too much on their memory to remember assignments and test dates). Make sure they fine-tune their organization skills.

• Evaluate the time management. Some students struggle with managing their time more than anything else. This could be due to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which causes struggles with focus, task completion, organization and staying on track while doing just about any activity. Check your child’s routine. Do they have one in place? Have you set expectations for what they must accomplish in the mornings and after school? Help your child become more efficient with better time management.

• Observe your child and pay close attention. You can learn a lot about what struggles your child is having by watching them do homework. Watch how your child operates. Is your child struggling with the work, staying on task, or both?

Which subjects take the longest and cause the most stress? If your child needs better homework habits, check out these homework strategies.

• Develop a game plan. Once you’ve gathered information and evaluated the problem on your own, it’s time to strategize about how to fix school issues too. Talk with your child’s teacher, or if you have an older student, encourage them to do so first. The teacher is an important resource who can share their observations of what’s happening in the classroom. They can work with your child to take appropriate action and can refer you to the right school resources if needed.

The new school year is just getting underway, but if you notice that your child seems to lack skills and knowledge they should have acquired in prior years, is getting poor grades already, is angry or apathetic about school, or has needs that are not being met, don’t wait to deal with these issues. Your child needs help getting back on track.

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As we start the new school year, it is time to pack the beach towels and pack up the school supplies. A new school year has begun! Pembroke Lakes Elementary is excited to welcome our students back for another great year! Although our staff has been at work all summer ensuring our school year starts off right, our partnership with parents is a vital component to our success. Therefore, we’d like to offer 5 tips to assist our families with a successful start for the 2023/24 school year.

1. Set Goals. Have a conversation with your child about his/her strengths and weaknesses. Guide your child to set attainable goals and encourage him/her to persevere throughout the year. Frequently monitor progress toward the goals, celebrate successes, and reset new goals as needed.

2. Get Involved. Parent involvement is a critical component to your child’s success. Involvement can be as simple as checking your child’s agenda daily, reviewing flyers, and checked work on a weekly basis, and reading with your child nightly. Our Parent Teacher Association (PTA) hosts many evening school events. We love to see our families involved!

3. Provide learning resources at home. Provide books and magazines at your child’s level and ensure your child reads text at an appropriate level every day. Engage your child in authentic learning experiences such as cooking, gardening, and explorative nature walks that can reinforce math, science, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Also, provide access to technology in order to support and complement the academic learning children are engaged in at school. Pembroke Lakes Elementary is proud to be a Microsoft Showcase School, in recognition of being a global leader in successful integration of technology with teaching and learning.

4. Support school rules and goals. We need your help. Supporting school rules, discipline, procedures, curriculum, and goals contribute to a highly effective school. Parent input and participation in school rules and goals is always welcomed and valued.

5. Communicate. Talk to your child about their learning. Call or email your child’s teachers to address concerns or when you have questions. Your child’s teacher is your first line of communication. Communicating frequently with your child’s teacher demonstrates your commitment to your child’s education. Always feel free to contact school administration, support team members, or the Parent Teacher Association if you have questions or concerns. You can also visit our website at www.browardschools.com/pembrokelakes for updated information. We look forward to seeing you at school and if you’re a new Pembroke Lakes Pelican please introduce yourself. Pembroke Lakes Elementary, 11251 Taft Street Pembroke Pines 33026. (754) 323-6950.

2023-2024

School Information

INFORMATION CURRENT AS OF 7/18/23.. VISIT WWW.BROWARDSCHOOLS. COM FOR UPDATES. FACEBOOK.COM/BROWARDSCHOOLS

PEMBROKE PINES PUBLIC & CHARTER SCHOOLS

Elementary Schools

CHAPEL TRAIL ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Susan Suarez

WEBSITE: chapeltrail.browardschools.com

19595 Taft Street, Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: 754-323-5000, FA X: 754-323-5040

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: B

LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Riquelme Rodriguez

WEBSITE: lakeside.browardschools.com

900 NW 136th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33028

PH: 754-323-6400, FAX: 754-323-6440

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

BEFORE CARE HOURS: 6:45am - 7:30am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: C

PALM COVE ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Priscille Elie

WEBSITE: palmcove.browardschools.com

11601 Washington Street, Pembroke Pines 33025

PH: 754-323-6800, FAX: 754-323-6833

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: C

Panther Run Elementary

PRINCIPAL: Moraima del Sol

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/pantherrun

801 NW 172nd Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: 754-323-6850, FAX: 754-323-6890

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

PASADENA LAKES

ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Janet C. Williams

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/pasadenalakes

8801 Pasadena Blvd., Pembroke Pines 33024

PH: 754-323-6900, FAX: 754-323-6940

HOURS: 8:10am - 2:10pm

BEFORE CARE HOURS: 6:40am - 7:40am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:10pm - 6:10pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

PEMBROKE LAKES

ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Marsha M. Wagner

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/pembrokelakes

11251 Taft Street, Pembroke Pines 33026

PH: 754-323-6950, FAX: 754-323-6990

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

BEFORE CARE HOURS: 6:30am - 7:30am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

PEMBROKE PINES

ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Natasha Bell

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/pembrokepines

6700 SW 9th Street, Pembroke Pines 33023

PH: 754-323-7000, FAX: 754-323-7040

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

BREAKFAST: 7:30am - 7:55am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: C

PINES LAKES ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Susan F. Sasse

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/pineslakes

10300 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines 33026

PH: 754-323-7100, FAX: 754-323-7140

HOURS: 7:50am - 1:50pm

BREAKFAST: 7:30am - 8:00am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 1:50pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: C

SILVER PALMS ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Irina Shearer

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/silverpalmsele/ 1209 NW 155th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33028

PH: 754-323-7450, FAX: 754-323-7490

HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm

BEFORE CARE HOURS: 6:30am - 7:30am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

Middle Schools

PINES MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Shawn Aycock

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/pines

200 NW Douglas Road, Pembroke Pines 33024

PH: 754-323-4000, FAX: 754-323-4085

HOURS: 9:00am - 3:30pm

AFTERCARE HOURS: 3:35pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: C

SILVER TRAIL MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Leo Nesmith

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/silvertrail

18300 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331

PH: 754-323-4300, FAX: 754-323-4385

HOURS: 9:10am - 3:40pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

WALTER C. YOUNG MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Mark Henderson

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/waltercyoung

901 NW 129th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33028

PH: 754-323-4500, FAX: 754-323-4585

HOURS: 9:00am - 3:30pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: B

High Schools

CHARLES W. FLANAGAN

HIGH

PRINCIPAL: Paula Peters

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/flanagan

12800 Taft Street, Pembroke Pines 33028

PH: 754-323-0650, FAX: 754-323-0780

HOURS: 7:40am - 2:40pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: B

WEST BROWARD HIGH

PRINCIPAL: Brad Fatout

WEBSITE: www.browardschools.com/westbroward

500 NW 209th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: 754-323-2600, FAX: 754-323-2730

HOURS: 7:40am - 2:40pm

BREAKFAST: 7:00am - 7:30am

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

Charter Schools

GREENTREE PREPARATORY

CHARTER SCHOOL

KINDERGARTEN - 8TH GRADE

KINDERGARTEN - 8TH GRADE

PRINCIPAL: Anely Arencibia

WEBSITE: www.Greentreeprep.com

6301 SW 160th Avenue, Southwest Ranches 33331

PH: 954-780-TREE (8733)

HOURS: 8:30am-2:30pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

PEMBROKE PINES FSU

CHARTER ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Dr. Lisa Libidinsky

WEBSITE: pinescharter.net

601 SW 172nd Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: 954-499-4244, FAX: 954-499-3016

HOURS: 8:45am - 3:00pm

BEFORECARE HOURS: 6:45am - 8:15am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 3:15pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES

CHARTER WEST CAMPUS

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Michael Castellano

WEBSITE: pinescharter.net

ELEMENTARY: 1680 SW 184th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: 954-450-6990, FAX: 954-443-4820

MIDDLE: 18501 Pembroke Road, Pembroke Pines, FL 33029

PH: 954-443-4847, FAX: 954-447-1691

BEFORECARE HOURS: 6:45am - 8:15am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 3:15pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADES: ELEMENTARY A, MIDDLE A

CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES

CHARTER EAST CAMPUS

ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Channale Augustin

WEBSITE: pinescharter.net

10801 Pembroke Road, Pembroke Pines 33025

PH: 954-443-4800, FAX: 954-443-4811

HOURS: 8:45am - 3:00pm

BEFORECARE HOURS: 6:45am - 8:15am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 3:15pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES

CHARTER CENTRAL CAMPUS

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Sean Chance

WEBSITE: pinescharter.net

12350 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33026

PH: 954-322-3300, FAX: 954-322-3383

HOURS: 8:45am - 3:00pm

BEFORECARE HOURS: 6:45am - 8:15am

AFTERCARE HOURS: 3:15pm - 6:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADES: ELEMENTARY A, MIDDLE A

CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES

CHARTER ACADEMIC VILLAGE

PRINCIPAL: Peter Bayer

WEBSITE: www.pinescharter.net

MIDDLE: 17195 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331.

PH: 954-538-3700, FAX: 954-538-3657.

8:45am - 3:15pm.

HIGH: 17189 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331.

PH: 954-538-3700, FAX: 954-538-3715

7:15am - 2:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADES: A

SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER ELEMENTARYSOUTH CAMPUS

PRINCIPAL: Bernardo Montero

19620 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines 33029.

PH: 954-404-7616, FAX: 954-404-7775

PRE-K - 2ND HOURS: 8:00am - 2:30pm.

GRADES 3RD - 5TH: 8:30am - 3:00pm.

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER MIDDLE, HIGH & CONSERVATORY

PRINCIPAL: Bernardo Montero

WEBSITE: www.somersetacademy.com

MIDDLE: 20803 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines 33029

HIGH & CONSERVATORY: 20805

Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: 954-442-0233, FAX: 954-442-1762

2022 SCHOOL GRADES: MIDDLE B, HIGH A, CONSERVANCY A

RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOLS AT PINES

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Natasha Cavell

WEBSITE: www.recspines.org

10501 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 33026

PH: 954-862-1283, FAX: 954-862-1284

HOURS: 8:00am - 3:00pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADES: MIDDLE B, HIGH C

FRANKLIN ACADEMY

PEMBROKE PINES CAMPUS

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Elena Diaz

WEBSITE: pp.franklin-academy.org

18800 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines 33029

PH: (954) 703-2294, FAX: (954) 430-4401

GRADES K-5 HOURS: 7:30am - 2:15pm

GRADES 6-8 HOURS: 8:30am - 3:15pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: A

HIGH

PRINCIPAL: Diane Showalter

5000 SW 207th Terrace, Pembroke Pines 33332

PH: (954) 315-0770, FAX: (954) 315-0769

GRADES 9-12 HOURS: 7:30am - 2:30pm

2022 SCHOOL GRADE: B