SCF Honors Winter Class of 2020 with Drive-Through Ceremony

SCF will honor its Winter 2020 graduates with a drive-through commencement ceremony from 2 to 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 11, at SCF Bradenton.

SCF to Offer Private Investigator Course at SCF Venice

SCF will offer a private investigator course at SCF Venice beginning Friday, Dec. 4 in Bldg. 800, Room 832, 8000 S. Tamiami Trail.

SCF Communications and Marketing Department Wins 11 State Awards

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s Communications and Marketing department has received 11 awards from the AFC.

Students demonstrate holiday generosity

Local high school students help the less fortunate get through the holiday season.

Local students recognize veterans

Lakewood Ranch High School has several veterans on staff.

School Face Mask Mandate Extended In Manatee County: Report

The Manatee County School Board unanimously voted to continue requiring masks in the schools at its Tuesday meeting, reports said.

LISTEN: Mustangs Ahead podcast - Students test year-round

A student-produced podcast highlighting some of the things that make Lakewood Ranch High School special.

Local student runs to honor brother

A Lakewood Ranch High School senior was inspired by her brother to run a half-marathon

School Face Mask Policy: Manatee County Schools Seeks Input

The School Board of Manatee County will reconsider the district’s face mask policy at its Tuesday meeting.

Local students "turn yellow" for Spinal Bifida

High school students want to raise awareness of this debilitating condition.

Local students collect rice for United Nations

Lakewood Ranch High School's Key Club help the global needy.

Local students learn embarrassments can be life lessons

Life's little stumbles can be positive experiences.

Mask Up Manatee: Title I Schools To Receive 11,000 Masks

The Mask Up Manatee Coalition will begin the delivery of 11,000 masks to students and staff at 15 Title I Schools in Manatee County Friday.

Free Manufacturing Skills Certification Courses Available Through

SCF has partnered with CareerSource Suncoast to offer two free programs leading to certifications from the MSSC.

Local school recognizes America's hispanic heritage

Lakewood Ranch High School honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Dr. Brenda Pinkney named Director of Diversity and Inclusion

Dr. Brenda Pinkney has been named director of diversity and inclusion, a newly created position at SCF.

SCF Launches Initiative to Help Underemployed and Unemployed

SCF announces a rapid credentialing initiative, “Get Credentialed. Get Noticed!”

Two SCF Professors Use Grants to Improve Online Education

Kim Ghiselin and Michael Bellissimo received minigrants from the American Mathematics Association of Two-Year Colleges Foundation.

General Knowledge Test Workshop Available for Aspiring Educators

he Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) is offering a workshop.

Lakewood Ranch student honored for humanitarianism

A local senior is recognized for service to community.

Local students honored for constitution essays

Three Lakewood Ranch students won prizes for their efforts.

SCF Offers Courses in Digital Court Reporting and Transcription

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) is offering two online courses.

LISTEN: Mustangs Ahead podcast - September sports

A student-produced podcast highlighting some of the things that make Lakewood Ranch High School special.

Local cheerleaders help fight cancer

Family inspires girls to assist in national effort

Six SCF Employees Receive National Leadership Excellence Awards

SCF congratulates six faculty and staff members who have received leadership excellence awards from NISOD.

SCF Names Vicki Gillerin as Director of Traffic Safety Institute

In this position, Gillerin coordinates and oversees the institute’s programming.

New program lets students help students

The Lakewood Ranch Pit Crew helps students learn and grow

SCF Pitch Deck Class Helps Owners Better Market Their Business

SCF is offering a two-part workshop to help current and prospective business owners create pitch decks to better market their business.

Manatee Schools Report 5 More Coronavirus Cases

The School District of Manatee County reported five new cases of the coronavirus since launching the district's school-specific dashboard​.

SCF to Live Stream 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

SCF will host the College’s ninth annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony Friday, Sept. 11 from 8:40 to 9:15 a.m.

Local FFA chapter among tops in US

The Lakewood Ranch High FFA is one of the top 10 in the country.

Manatee Schools Report 38 Cases Of Coronavirus In 22 Schools

With the new school year less than a month old, the School District of Manatee County reported 38 cases of the coronavirus in 22 schools.

SCF Fall Flex Start Classes Offer Options for Any Schedule

Registration is open for State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) fall semester Flex Start classes.

Manatee Community Foundation Donates $5,000 to SCF Food Pantry

The Manatee County COVID-19 Community Response Fund of the Manatee Community Foundation has contributed $5,000 to SCF Food Pantry.

Mustangs Ahead podcast - Aug. 28

A student-produced podcast highlighting some of the things that make Lakewood Ranch High School special.

Masks a new school fashion trend

Students use masks for safety and to demonstrate personality and style.

SCF Summer Bridge Helps Students Get a Jumpstart on College

SCF 2020 Summer Bridge Program helped 16 recently graduated high school students prepare to succeed in college.

SCF Students Invited to Celebrate Return to Campus @Fall Welcome

SCF hosting SCF Fall Welcome events for new and returning students.

Florida Teachers Win Court Ruling In Back-To-School Challenge

A Florida judge has ruled in favor of state teachers in their challenge of a back-to-school order.

Local teachers adjust to new "normal"

COVID-19 has altered every school day