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NEHRLING EXHIBIT OPENING NEXT WEEK
Leah Lewis stars in the mystery/ drama “Nancy Drew,” but the 23-year-old actress first found her love for performing while growing up in Gotha. SEE PAGE 4.
The opening of “Henry Nehrling and His Gotha Legacy,” an exhibit featuring the accomplishments of renowned botanist Dr. Henry Nehrling, will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation, 21 E. Plant St. On property he purchased in the German colony of Gotha in 1885, Wisconsin-born Henry Nehrling established Palm Cottage Gardens and began to experiment with both native and introduced plants. He hybridized thousands of varieties that significantly helped Florida’s foliage industry to flourish. The exhibit will run through March 31, 2020.
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Leah Lewis stars in the teen detective show “Nancy Drew” as George Fan.
Drone a finalist for Teacher of the Year Keene’s Crossing media specialist Jennifer Drone is proud to represent her school and West Orange County. TIM FREED MANAGING EDITOR
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Jennifer Drone was thrilled to get a closer look at a Buick Encore SUV — a one-year lease on the car is the prize if she wins the title of Teacher of the Year.
When Jennifer Drone learned she was a finalist for Orange County Public Schools Teacher of the Year, she was at a loss for words — literally. She was sitting in a dentist chair getting a root canal when she got the call from Superintendent Dr. Barbara Jenkins. “I was under Novocaine when
the phone rang,” she said. “I ignored it the first time, and I ignored it the second time, and the third time I thought, ‘I better answer this,’ even though I could hardly speak due to the amount of Novocaine I was under.” The Keene’s Crossing Elementary School media specialist has become known for empowering students with a love for reading SEE FINALIST PAGE 4
YEAR IN SPORTS The year 2019 included plenty of highlights in local sports. SEE 12-13.
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EBOOKS 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan., 2, at the Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. Learn how to eBook programs Freading, Hoopla and Overdrive. (407) 835-7323. ENGLISH FROM ZERO 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, at the Southwest Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. English from Zero classes are designed for beginning English learners. Each workshop has a specific target topic. (407) 835-7323. TINY TALES 11:45 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2, at the Southwest Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. (407) 835-7323.
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CAREGIVER CONNECT: STAY AND PLAY 11:45 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, at the Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with friends. (407) 835-7323. LET’S EMBROIDER LEVEL ONE 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3, at the Southwest Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Start hand embroidery today. Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to create running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler. (407) 8357323.
STORIES AND STRETCHES 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, at the Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Calling all little yogis and wiggleworms! Join the library for a special movement storytime focusing on motor development that is filled with stories, songs and fun. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. (407) 835-7323. STORYBOOK FUN 10:15 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, at the Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. (407) 835-7323.
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RESCUE PATROL 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at the Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. All paws on deck! No job is too big; no kid is too small. We are off on a mission to learn, laugh and play with stories and activities inspired by Nick Jr.’s TV Series, Paw Patrol. (407) 835-7323. SOUTHWEST HOMESCHOOL CLUB: IT’S ELECTRIC 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at the Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Students will learn about static electricity with hands-on activities in recognition of National Static Electricity Day. Recommended for upper elementary students. (407) 835-7323. SPEEPY BEAR 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at the Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Winter is here, and it is time to hibernate! Interact and explore
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MINDFULNESS MEDITATION 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, at the Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Promote well-being through mindfulness meditation. Develop abilities to cope with stress and anxiety, and promote wellbeing through mindfulness meditation. Meditation coach Lucia Beninati has practiced mediation for several years. For beginners to advanced; ages 13 and up. Registration preferred; walk-ins welcome. (407) 8357323.
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SEEING 20/20 IN 2020 3:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, at the Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Don’t be blindsided in the new year! Create a clear picture for where you want to go with a vision board. Recommended for tweens and teens. (407) 835-7323.
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NATURE WALK BOOK CLUB 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, at the Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Do you enjoy taking a walk and love to discuss books? Join the Southwest Library for a casual walk followed by a lively discussion of the book “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” by Kim Michele Richardson. Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Registration
FANTASTIC FAMILY FITNESS FIASCO 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, at the Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. Get moving and work together with your family to complete challenges and have fun. Recommended for families. (407) 835-7323. ‘YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN’ Horizon West Theater Company will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, Friday, Jan. 17, and 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Cypress Center for the Arts at Windermere Prep, 6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Road, Windermere. Visit bit. ly/2Q1cffN.
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t’s been a long journey for Leah Lewis to reach her current success as an actress. Countless classes, auditions and performances have led to this. The 23-year-old is enjoying the spotlight playing the role of George Fan in The CW’s mystery/drama “Nancy Drew,” but she’s never forgotten her West Orange roots. Adopted from China at just 8 months old, Lewis was brought to the United States and grew up in Gotha. Soon, she discovered her passion for acting and being on the stage — she always was singing and dancing around the house. Lewis also remembers watching “Singing in the Rain” with her grandmother. The film captured her imagination and gave her a glimpse of her future career. “That was one of the movies that kind of sparked my whole love of performance,” she said. “There’s dancing, there’s singing, there’s acting, and just that whole world seemed so beautiful to me from early on.” Lewis put her love of performance into practice soon after. “I was at Thornebrooke Elementary, and I was involved in the music class or drama class curriculum they had to offer in our little elementary school,” said Lewis, who also attended The Crenshaw School, Gotha Middle and Southwest Middle. “My mom enrolled me in local theater, where I did
The Lewis family: father, Fred Lewis; Leah Lewis; sister, Lydia Lewis; and mother, Lorraine Lewis. Courtesy photo
stuff like ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘Annie.’ That was where I kind of started to cultivate a bigger love for performing and for singing, as well as acting.” Lewis’ career began to pick up steam when her parents connected with a talent manager through a family friend when Lewis was about 7. “We kind of just went from there; it was a total shot in the dark,” Lewis said. “Even though it was something that was my passion, I never when I was a kid actually thought that it would come to fruition.” Lewis started doing commercials, including one for The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride at Islands of Adventure. When Lewis was about to turn 8, she made the big move with family to California to start pursuing more work. During that time in Los Angeles,
“I’m really grateful; every single thing that has happened in my life has led up to me being able to live out my dream — every single person, every single event, ever hardship, every school class, every rejection.” — Leah Lewis
Lewis was cast in the Nickelodeon movie “Fred 3: Camp Fred” and started doing auditions with Disney. That led to Lewis being in a “High School Musical” pilot when she was 13. Around that time, she met and began working with her current manager, Beverly Strong. “She’s kind of the reason for where I am right now,” Lewis said. The actress from Gotha continued to star on Disney shows such as “Best Friends Whenever” and “Gamer’s Guide to Pretty Much Everything.” Lewis and her mother moved between Orlando and the Los Angeles area until she was about 17 years old. “It was kind of hard, because I was also trying to juggle going to school, as well,” Lewis said. “I was still traveling back and forth to Orlando and trying to do the high school thing while also doing homeschool. I wasn’t working that much when I was around 15, because I was kind of caught between two worlds.” She returned to Orlando at 18 to finish high school at Olympia before moving back to Los Angeles on her own at 19.
“I really started to sink my teeth into my craft and work a bit more,” Lewis said. “That is when I started booking different ABC projects (such as) ‘Station 19’ and ‘The Good Doctor.’” She stayed with The CW after she did her first reoccurring role on “Charmed,” which led to her current role on “Nancy Drew.” “I remember I grew up reading the book and it was always something that I was very familiar with,” Lewis said. “This show has been absolutely incredible.” The Gotha girl who started with just a dream is now living it on screen as an actress. Lewis can’t thank her parents enough for loving and supporting her. She’s also thankful for her agents, Paradigm and Play Talent; her singing teacher and her acting coach. Lewis’ drama teacher at Gotha Middle, Erin Elliott, also was a major influence. “I’m really grateful; every single thing that has happened in my life has led up to me being able to live out my dream — every single person, every single event, every hardship, every school class, every rejection,” Lewis said. “I’m really, really grateful to be here.”
Finalist encourages passion for reading CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
and is being recognized for her efforts. Drone is among the five finalists up for Orange County Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year award. It’s an honor to be recognized in such a way, Drone said. “It was actually very surprising, because I was selected as one of five out of (more than) 14,000 teachers in Orange County,” Drone said. “It’s a huge, huge recognition and very humbling to be recognized as one of the top out of that many teachers.” Drone has been the media specialist at Keene’s Crossing since the school opened 11 years ago, helping students find books that they need or find interesting while also managing resources
“My biggest motivator is seeing that student who comes in feeling very discouraged, feeling like they’re not being successful — maybe in reading in the classroom and finding that perfect book — or that perfect idea or lesson that really turns that around for them.” — Jennifer Drone
such as databases and computers available to the students. In addition to helping students learn how to research and helping them find resources, Drone said her job ultimately is about helping young students fall in love with reading — thus encouraging them to reach for a book more often. “The biggest impact of my job is really encouraging a love for reading in students from kindergarten through fifth grade, just really connecting students with books and that passion for reading,” Drone said. “Being the media specialist, I read constantly and research all the newest authors, the newest books and the trends. I can really make connections to certain students based on their interest and really get them hooked on certain types of books. “My biggest motivator is seeing that student who comes in feeling very discouraged, feeling like they’re not being successful — maybe in reading in the classroom — and finding that perfect book or that perfect idea or lesson that really turns that around for them,” she said. Keene’s Crossing Assistant Principal Samuel Davis said Drone has been a key contributor to the school. “Ms. Drone is like an all-inone — she really is more than
TEACHER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS n April Cooke, Rock Springs Elementary n Jennifer Drone, Keene’s Crossing Elementary n Laura Emig, Avalon Middle n Rob Paschall, West Creek Elementary n Rebecca Wesolowski, Westpointe Elementary
just a media specialist, she’s just about the literacy backbone of the school,” Davis said. “She provides so much resources (for the) students and the faculty and the staff. She’s always willing to provide extra support to anyone that needs it. She’s a contributing person on the leadership team, and she has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to working with the elementary students.” Drone’s nomination for Teacher of the Year resulted in a special day for her at the school Tuesday, Dec. 3, when she was taken off campus by the principal for breakfast before being surprised by cheering students with banners and balloons when she arrived back at the school. Also waiting for her was a sneak peek of a Buick Encore SUV — a oneyear lease on the car is the prize if she wins the title of Teacher of the Year. Drone said it was a special moment. She loves her students,
the faculty she works with and her school. “We have a phenomenal support system here at Keene’s Crossing, starting at the top with the administration here — it really supports all the programs that I implement,” Drone said. “The faculty and the teachers are really on board and embrace the programs and things I’m teaching to their students. The parents and students really get involved in everything from our Sunshine State Program to our book fairs. You just really see an outpouring of support on every level here at Keene’s Crossing. We really are fortunate to have a really wonderful community of people really supporting reading in general.” The Teacher of the Year, along with other district awards, will be announced at the Orange County Public Schools Stellar Awards Friday, Jan. 10, at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando.
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Dr. Phillips High’s theater program wrapped up its production of “Cinderella,” and the cast and crew hosted a Breakfast Before the Ball event prior to a matinee show. Cinderella and her entourage posed for photos before the matinee show. From left: Kaylin Plaza, Hannah Pierce, Santiago Sepulveda, Sophia Flint, Chris Herrin, Alec Lacher, Siggy Bijou, Nathan Diaz and Alexa Forte. Published Feb. 28.
There was no shortage of wine and delectable cuisine samples during the sixth annual Windermere Wine and Dine. Guests had a blast posing with props in the photo booth. Published Jan. 31.
Locals around the area flocked to downtown Windermere Saturday, Jan. 19, to celebrate nature at the Windermere Treebute. Charlotte Grier, right, got some last-minute tips from instructor Devon Marchinko before climbing a tree. Published Jan. 24.
Town of Windermere residents, business leaders and fellow civil servants flocked to Windermere Town Hall to bid farewell to longtime Mayor Gary Bruhn. Published Feb. 28.
The smiles that hundreds of prom queens and kings wore throughout the evening were more than enough to truly make it a Night to Shine at First Baptist Church Windermere. Blake Isbell had a blast on the dance floor. Published Feb. 21. Right: The Morton brothers, of Dr. Phillips, each earned the rank through projects at Dave’s House, an organization that serves individuals with serious mental illnesses. Stephen and Bryan Morton, center, with their grandparents, Mary and Steve Holloway, left, and their parents, Wendy and Rob Morton, right. Published March 7.
Adalyn Bradley, 7, is a national champion in Irish dance. She trains at Central Florida Irish Dance. The Horizon West 7-year-old competed in the World Irish Dance Association’s U.S. Open National Championship and won the Beginner U9 national title. Published Jan. 10.
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Windermere High thespians took one of Broadway’s longest-running shows to the stage from April 11 to 14 with their production of “Chicago High School Edition.” Sam Marzella, center, played Billy Flynn and was joined by other cast members as he sang “Razzle Dazzle.” Published April 18.
Dozens gathered Saturday, April 27, at the Reedy Creek Fire Station No. 4 to fight cancer at the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Lake Buena Vista 2019. Cancer survivors took the honorary first lap to kick off the relay. Published May 2.
Bay Lake Elementary School turned its cafetorium into a multi-decade dance party Friday, March 29. Princess Dupree and son Parker Dupree had a good time in the photo booth. Published April 11.
A group of runners gathered for a selfie after completing their runs at the 18th annual UMC Windermere Run Among the Lakes. The 2019 race included 10K, 5K and Kid’s Run events. Published April 18.
More than 170 participants and 30 celebrities participated in Give Kids The World Village’s Hope in One celebrity golf classic April 28 and 29. Fred Stokes, Kevin Hoise, Ray Hamilton, Anthony Boie and Parnell Dickerson enjoyed a beautiful time at Golden Bear Club at Keene’s Pointe and raised $306,000 in the process. Published May 16.
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Windermere High’s FFA and hospitality clubs threw quite the bash Friday, March 29, during the school’s inaugural CARnival Car Show. Tyler Youngblood handled his horse, Blue. Published April 4.
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JUNE | JULY Windermere residents Peter and Nina Khan, seated and right center, have embarked on a musical journey together through The Elite Show Band, which performs across the globe. Published July 25. Below: The sea and the sky always seemed to call out to George Vincent — and he’s glad he answered. U.S. Navy veteran George Vincent, 77, currently is a resident at The Sheridan at Windermere. Published July 4.
Impact Church members and volunteers came together as one team to serve Palm Lake Elementary. They got things ready for the new school year by helping with gardening and moving furniture. Published July 18. Donning their own aprons and chef’s hats, children stationed themselves around the dishes they cooked Friday, June 7 — the last day of the Rosen JCC summer cooking camp. Sienna Halperin concentrated on her serving skills. Published June 20.
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Dr. Phillips High Air Force Junior ROTC cadets and other students gathered at the school’s flagpole Wednesday, Sept. 11, for the sixth annual Memorial Tribute, recognizing the 18th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Dr. Phillips High ROTC Cadet Alex De Borja played taps at the end of the school’s ceremony. Published Sept. 19. Dr. Phillips residents Niel and Dean Bogart are the brothers in art behind Burn It Icons, where they create famous figures using wood-burning art techniques and also 3D metal models. Published Sept. 12. Right: Hannah Nagle starred as Baba — a con artist who uses fake seances to scam people — in Windermere Preparatory’s opera production, “The Medium.” The show is a short, two-act dramatic opera with words and music by Italian-American composer Gian Carlo Menotti. Published Sept. 19.
Windermere Elementary fifth-grader Loren Williams was inspired to bring a Little Free Library to the town of Windermere after seeing one on the Disney Channel. She is the daughter of Windermere Town Council Member Andy Williams. Published Aug. 22.
Left: Olympia High students Logan Siemienas, Evan Richman and Brady Kullich spent a week learning about the principles of flight and other skills at an aviation camp at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. The program is designed for students interested in military aviation and the mechanics of flight. Published Aug. 29.
Aubrey Donato, a nurse at Orlando Health Emergency Room and Medical Pavilion — Horizon West, was among several hardworking West Orange County professionals highlighted in a photo essay on Labor Day. Published Sept. 5.
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Former Winter Garden resident Bobby Richards, 82, passed away the morning of Dec. 13, 2019 at his home in Fort McCoy, Florida. Bobby was born in Elba, Alabama, on Dec. 29, 1936. He was a resident of Winter Garden for the majority of his life, and he graduated from Lakeview High School in 1954. He worked at Continental Can in Winter Garden, where he retired after 32 years. Bobby loved spending time in the woods, especially hunting with his kids. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He was very generous, and he would do anything he could to help others in need. He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Richards; mother, Lorine Lashley; wife, Marianne Richards; and brothers, Billy and Burton Richards. He is survived by his children, Lloyd (Tammy) Richards; Mike (Mel) Richards; Sandra (Daniel) Bell; James Richards; Tina Anderson; Bobbie (Jason) Gowland; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Services were held at Fort McCoy Baptist Church on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
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because I saw him to work out every morning and after school for softball,” she said of Wood. “He’s a very strong motivator, and he’s also big on the whole thing where if you work for something it’ll happen. You can’t put half effort into something and expect it to work out your way.” Bennett left for West Point July 1 and hopes to major in electrical engineering. She said she would love to go airborne and fly helicopters before going back into electrical engineering and contracting work.
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Windermere Prep senior Grace Bennett became the first Laker in school history to be appointed to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Bennett’s interest in a military career began following a Veterans Day assembly at the school more than three years earlier. The featured speaker talked about his own military career, and that changed the trajectory of Bennett’s future. Bennett credited her success to her softball coach, J.D. Wood — a veteran of the U.S. Army in special operations as a ranger with the 3rd Ranger Battalion who also spent time with the 7th Special Forces Group. Wood was the one who helped her prepare for the Candidate Fitness Assessment. “I joke about this, but it’s true: I saw him more than either of my parents last year,
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return to West Orange High after attending the 61st annual Grammy Awards Feb. 10, in Los Angeles, Redding was greeted with an early-morning pep rally in the school’s courtyard. “I’m shocked, numb, trying to take in the moment but also happy,” Redding said that morning. “I love my school, I love my kids, my faculty and staff. It’s home, but it felt totally undeserved. I was overwhelmed.” Redding holds a doctoral degree in choral conducting/ music education and a master’s degree in music education from Florida State University, as well as a bachelor’s degree in music education from Florida A&M University. Redding has conducted the American Choral Directors Association National High School Honor Choir and has been featured as a guest conductor at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall.
school careers during the school’s inaugural graduation ceremony Wednesday, May 22. Held at the Amway Center, the ceremony was an emotional one for many, especially since it was the first for the now3-year-old school. More than 700 seniors crossed the stage as friends, family and staff members cheered. Among the student speakers were valedictorian Griffin Willman, salutatorian Mackenzie Peck and Student Government Association President Carter Zavada. The ceremony culminated with the Windermere High concert choir singing the alma mater, followed by fireworks. Many of the Wolverines Class of 2019 were former West Orange, Olympia or Dr. Phillips students. Some came from out of state and some from private schools. But the common thread that tied them together was now navy blue, silver and lime green. Members of the Class of 2019 only had been at WHS for two years, but they will forever hold the title of being the school’s first graduating class. “It goes without saying that we’re the first,” said thensenior Zavada. “A big reason for me coming here was getting to build the foundation of a school. Very few students across America get to experience that for the first time. Being able to build a foundation for a school and being the first seniors to graduate is what really and truly is one of the best things about this class and what makes it special.”
With schedules in hand, Horizon West Hornets entered their new nest for the first time Monday, Aug. 12.
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In August, the West and Southwest Orange communities celebrated the openings of three new schools — Castleview and Water Spring elementaries and Horizon West Middle School. The schools — constructed to relieve overcrowded schools in the area — all enjoyed smooth first days. And in the months that followed, they all have begun to build their own traditions and identities within the communities they serve. Castleview — so named because of its proximity to Disney’s Magic Kingdom — has lowered its drawbridge to the community several times, including a Grandparents Night, Food Truck Night and Fall Festival. Likewise, Water Spring’s parents and staff have worked hard to create their own community through events such as their first Fall Festival, Pottery Night and Canvas Painting Spirit Night. And at Horizon West Middle School, the Hornet community has been abuzz and alive with opportunities to showcase its students. The music programs already have performed twice, and its new HOPE (Hornets Offering Positive Efforts) Club is actively seeking ways to give back to the Horizon West community. In October, the club hosted a clothes drive to assist people in areas of destruction and developing nations.
before transferring to Meadowbrook Middle as a social studies teacher. While there, he rose through the ranks to become a dean and then transferred to Lakeview Middle to serve in the same capacity. His administrative career continued when he was made an assistant principal at Lakeview Middle before going on to serve as a senior administrator in OCPS’ West Learning Community, overseeing school improvement. In 2000, however, he came back to serving directly within the schools. Floyd spent four years as the principal at Gotha Middle, followed by six years at Apopka High and then six years at Ocoee High. His tenure at West Orange began in 2016. “Being a principal means that you have an extraordinary amount of influence on the kids, and I’ve always tried to make that influence to be as benevolent as possible, because just being around kids makes my day,” he said. “I love just being with the kids — just interacting with them floats my boat.” Floyd said he loved serving in this community because of the family-like atmosphere. “There’s just a mystique about being a member of the West Orange family,” he said. “You feel like you belong to something.”
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very year brings about championship moments and athletes who defy the odds — and 2019 was no different. Right out of the gate, we saw Central Florida Christian Academy storm its way through the basketball 2A state playoffs and into the championship game, where the Eagles defeated North Florida Educational Institute to claim their first state title. Then we saw Windermere High basketball make it all the way to the
Final Four in its second year as a program. Championships continued throughout the year, with Dr. Phillips’ girls wrestling team becoming a dynasty by winning its third straight state title. And don’t forget other schools like Windermere Prep and The First Academy, which each saw state titles of their own — girls soccer for the Lakers and boys and girls golf for TFA. There were plenty of individual achievements too — players throughout the area showed just how special they were on — and
West Orange High School lacrosse player Matt Nastasi broke the 200-point mark during the 2019 season.
Horizon West Wolverines’ Milana “Hollywood” Borrelli, 12, showed that football isn’t just for boys. Left: After spending most of his life in the U.S., Windermere Prep senior student-athlete Jonah Best — who was born in Scotland — became a naturalized citizen Thursday, Nov. 7.
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off — the playing field. West Orange High lacrosse player Matt Nastasi hit the 200-point mark in his senior season, while Olympia’s Emma McElveen cemented herself as a volleyball great at her school by surpassing 2,000 assists in her career. While those athletes dominated at the high school level, Special Olympians like Dr. Phillips resident Alexandra Cooper dominated on the state and national stage. After bringing home a bronze medal in the 25-meter backstroke and a gold in the 4x25-meter freestyle team relay at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games, Cooper was named Orange County Special Olympics Athlete of the Year. She was just one of several local, outstanding Special Olympians who showed out this year. In 2019, we also saw how athletes can overcome the greatest of adversity and persevere — athletes like Bailey Trinder and Daniel Roberts. After a car accident left him paralyzed from the waist down, Trinder never got down on himself, and this year he returned to his school and his football team. He never missed a football practice or a game and became a staple of the Foundation community for his grit and optimism. Despite losing his right leg to cancer two years ago, Daniel made national news as the 11-year-old — lovingly referred to as “D.J.” — conquered the 2019 runDisney Star Wars Rival Run 5K at Walt Disney World. It was the kind of moment only seen in movies. When it comes to overcoming adversity, winning state titles and achieving individual marks, you could say 2019 had it all.
Anthony Marinelli, 8, has dealt with challenges all of his life but recently made strides in the pool as he made the USA competitive swim team at SouthWest Aquatics.
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