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Wayne Washington

United States, West Palm Beach

Investigative Reporter at Palm Beach Post

Three decades as a newspaper man. Now covers WPB, RBeach, social justice. Grew up in South Carolina. Lover of all things Gamecock. American muscle car fan, too.

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  • It's summer! Teachers, school employees eligible for a slew of discounts on fun

    1 week ago | palmbeachpost.com | Wayne Washington

    Florida teachers can find various discounts for lodging, entertainment, and travel. Theme parks such as SeaWorld and Crayola Experience offer free or discounted admission for teachers. Additional discounts are available through the Florida Department of Education and Palm Beach County School District's TeacherPerks program. The school year is just about over in Palm Beach County, and teachers — like many others — will be looking for some summer fun.

  • School DEI cases in limbo. What's next for Palm Beach County district?

    1 week ago | palmbeachpost.com | Wayne Washington

    Three judges issued national injunctions against the Trump administration's threat to withhold federal funding from schools that don't end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The Trump administration has not indicated whether it will appeal the rulings. A separate Supreme Court case regarding national injunctions could impact the DEI cases.

  • Why Black America Should Be Concerned COVID-19 Vaccine Will be Harder To Get

    2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Wayne Washington

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s decision to limit COVID vaccines to people 65 and older and others with underlying health conditions has alarmed some medical experts who worry the change will lead to more infections and more deaths. Black Americans suffer at disproportionately high rates from underlying health conditions like obesity, diabetes and asthma that make COVID far more dangerous.

  • When is the last day of school for students in Palm Beach County public schools?

    2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Wayne Washington

    The 2024-25 Palm Beach County school year ends on May 30. The 2025-26 school year starts Aug. 11. That was fast, wasn't it? One minute Palm Beach County School Superintendent Mike Burke is opening the school year, and the next minute ... it's today. The 2024-25 school year is quickly drawing to a close. High school seniors are graduating and turning their thoughts to what's next in their lives.

  • Teachers, activists push back against Palm Beach County School Board repeal of DEI rules

    2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Wayne Washington

    The Palm Beach County School Board temporarily repealed its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies following threats from the Trump administration to withhold federal funding. Community members and activists are urging the board to reconsider its decision, arguing that the DEI policies are essential for ensuring equity and inclusion. The Trump administration views some DEI policies as discriminatory and has threatened to withhold funding from school districts that don't end them.

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