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Secondary winners in science and engineering fair

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Students between sixth and 12th grades were recently honored for their achievements at the Regional Science and Engineering Fair in the secondary division. Students from 12 public and independent middle and high schools presented a total of 218 projects during the fair, held Jan. 27 at Gifford Middle School, 4530 28th Court, officials said. Winners for the elementary division were announced last month. The Education Foundation of Indian River County, in partnership with the local School District, hosted the fair's secondary award ceremony Feb. 1 at the Sebastian River High School Performing Arts Center, 9001 Shark Boulevard. More than $1.5 million in college scholarships and academic prizes were awarded to students during the ceremony, officials said. Here ...

Humane Society advises pet owners to prepare for cold

VERO BEACH -- With Treasure Coast temperatures set to dramatically drop this evening and remain chilly throughout the week, the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County is urging pet owners to protect their animals and offers the following tips: Bring pets indoors. If it's too cold for you, it's too cold for your pets. Even dogs with heavy fur coats should stay inside. In the home, keep animals off cold tile flooring and give them blankets or pet beds to sleep on. Appropriate dress required. Small dogs and dogs with short coats can easily chill. Provide them with a turtleneck sweater when going outdoors and keep walks brief. Puppies, senior dogs, dogs who are ill as well ...

Attendance

Attendance/social work staff responds to attendance and truancy referrals following school district policies, procedures and established law. Reasons for attendance and truancy issues are assessed and a plan of action is developed to improve attendance. This process includes home visits, conferencing with family and teachers, and participation in the school Student Support Team. Referrals and networking with community agencies are also conducted to identify prevention and remedial interventions for students. Staff assists with expulsion reviews, truancy court proceedings and analyzing enrollment and attendance data. Attendance: (772) 564-3145 On the Web: http://www.indianriverschools.org/SiteDirectory/StudentServices/Attendance/Pages/default.aspx