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Our amazing students from Edna W. Runner Education Center had an incredible day exploring the Museum of Discovery and Science! Their curious minds were hard at work as they engaged with interactive exhibits, conducted mini-experiments, and discovered the wonders of science firsthand.
From dinosaur fossils to space exploration, our young scholars were absolutely captivated by everything the museum had to offer. The smiles and "wow" moments were absolutely priceless!
A huge thank you to our dedicated staff, volunteers, and the museum team for making this educational adventure possible. These are the experiences that spark lifelong learning and maybe even inspire future scientists!
#EdnaWRunner #DiscoveryAndScience #FutureScienceLeaders #EducationalFieldTrip #CommunityLearning
What an Unforgettable Everglades Adventure for Edna W. Runner Summer Campers!
Our middle school students from Edna W. Runner Education Center Summer Camp had an AMAZING day exploring the natural wonders of Palm Beach County! They embarked on an exhilarating journey through the Everglades with Marsh Beast Airboat Tours and @Gator Bait Airboat Adventures, where they witnessed Florida's incredible wildlife up close in their natural habitat.
After their thrilling airboat adventures, our hungry explorers enjoyed a delicious meal at the historic Marsh Landing Restaurant, learning about local culture and history while refueling for the ride home.
None of this would be possible without the incredible generosity of the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches and Children Healthcare Charities. Their support provides our students with access to these enriching educational experiences that many would otherwise never have the opportunity to enjoy.
These field trips do more than just entertain—they expand horizons, spark curiosity about our local ecosystem, and create lasting memories. By exploring Palm Beach County's natural treasures, our students develop a deeper appreciation for environmental conservation while building bonds with their peers.
From all of us at Edna W. Runner Education Center, THANK YOU to our sponsors for investing in our children's futures and helping them discover the educational wonders right here in our community!
#EdnaWRunnerCenter #SummerCamp #EvergladesAdventure #CommunitySupport
Chuck E Cheese Fun Day: Making Memories at Edna W. Runner Summer Camp!
Today, our amazing summer campers from the Edna W. Runner Education Center enjoyed a special field trip to Chuck E. Cheese! The joy on their faces as they played games, shared pizza, and collected tickets was absolutely priceless.
These special outings create lasting memories and strengthen the bonds between our students. Beyond just the fun and games, days like today offer incredible benefits:
🤝 Social Skills Development: Children practice teamwork, sharing, and communication in a relaxed, enjoyable environment
💫 Emotional Growth: The excitement and shared experiences help build confidence and create a sense of belonging
🧠 Educational Value: Games encourage problem-solving, strategic thinking, and even math skills as kids count tickets and calculate prizes
At Edna W. Runner Education Center, we believe in nurturing the whole child. These memorable experiences outside the classroom are just as valuable as our academic programs, creating well-rounded individuals who know how to learn, play, and connect with others.
Here's to making summer memories that will last a lifetime! #EdnaWRunner #SummerCamp #CommunityMatters
Today we had a Splash of Joy at Jupiter Aquatic Center! 💦
Today, our amazing Edna W. Runner Education Center children had an incredible time at the Jupiter Aquatic Center! A huge THANK YOU to Live Like Jake for sending two wonderful volunteers who helped our students learn essential swimming skills.
We're also incredibly grateful to all the dedicated volunteers who generously gave their time to teach our children how to swim. These life-saving skills and fun memories will last a lifetime!
Water safety education makes a difference, one child at a time. #EdnaWRunner #LiveLikeJake #WaterSafety #CommunityHeroes
Our summer campers are having a BLAST with Green Mouse Academy activities! Watching these young minds light up as they explore technology, coding, and digital creativity has been absolutely incredible.
At Edna W. Runner Education Center, we believe summer is the perfect time for our little inventors, creators, and innovators to keep their minds alert while having FUN! These hands-on tech activities aren't just entertaining—they're building critical thinking skills and digital literacy that will serve our students for years to come.
Our campers are proving that learning doesn't have to stop when school's out. The smiles and "aha!" moments tell us everything we need to know: technology education creates engaged, curious learners!
#SummerLearning #EdTech #EdnaWRunner #GreenMouseAcademy #SummerCamp #DigitalLiteracy #STEM
Our summer camp students had an incredible day of hands-on learning at Loggerhead Marinelife Center! They discovered the fascinating world of sea life and gained insight into the medical care provided to rescued sea turtles. Watching their eyes light up as they learned about marine conservation and rehabilitation efforts was truly inspiring.
These educational adventures are made possible through our valuable partnership with PrimeTime Palm Beach County. Access to enriching experiences like these helps our students develop environmental awareness, scientific curiosity, and compassion for our ocean's creatures.
When children connect with nature and understand their role in protecting it, they become tomorrow's environmental stewards. Thank you to the dedicated team at Loggerhead Marinelife Center and to Prime Time Palm Beach County, Inc. for creating these life-changing opportunities for our youth!
#MarineEducation #LoggerheadMarinelifeCenter #PrimeTimePBC #YouthEnrichment #SeaTurtleConservation
💙💙💙We were so touched to receive a generous donation from the Stiles-Nicholson Foundation - these critical pledges of support provide our team the opportunity to support the community and help the children and families we love.
We are honored to share a long time relationship with David and Lynn Nicholson. We appreciated the recognition and kind words shared by Kate Arrizza, the Executive Director, who visited us recently.
She shared, “Thank you very much for the impressive work you do on a daily basis. Your unwavering commitment to empowering and uplifting students through afterschool education and support services is both inspiring and deeply impactful. The safe, nurturing environment you provide not only helps students grow academically, but also builds their confidence, character, and future potential. It is clear that your dedication extends far beyond textbooks-you are shaping lives, strengthening families, and investing in the future of your community in a truly meaningful way.”
Thank you, Ms. Arrizza - and all of our donors who see the work we strive to do everyday. Thank you for your support! 💙💙💙
Energy levels were through the roof today as our Summer Camp students from Edna W. Runner Education Center bounced, flipped, and laughed their way through an incredible day at Sky Zone Trampoline Park! As you can see, it sure tired them out! Ha.
Physical activity isn't just fun—it's essential for our elementary-aged students' development. Research shows that active children perform better academically, develop stronger social skills, and build healthy habits that can last a lifetime. In an age where screen time often competes with play time, opportunities for dynamic, full-body movement are more valuable than ever.
At Sky Zone, our students challenged themselves physically, conquered fears, and discovered the pure joy that comes from being active. We watched as they encouraged each other to try new jumps, celebrated personal victories, and burned off energy in the most positive ways possible. The smiles on their faces said it all—this wasn't just exercise; it was an adventure!
We're incredibly fortunate to provide these experiences for our students. Many children in our community have limited access to specialized recreational facilities like Sky Zone, making days like today even more meaningful. These aren't just field trips—they're opportunities to expand horizons, build confidence, and create memories that reinforce the connection between physical activity and happiness.
Thank you to our dedicated staff who make these outings possible and to our community of supporters who help us create well-rounded summer experiences that nurture both mind and body!
#ActiveLearning #SummerCamp #EdnaWRunnerCenter #HealthyKids
🦁 WILD ADVENTURES: EDNA W. RUNNER STUDENTS EXPLORE PALM BEACH ZOO! 🐒
Today, our Summer Camp students from Edna W. Runner Education Center embarked on an unforgettable journey through the Palm Beach Zoo! Wide-eyed with wonder, they marveled at exotic animals, participated in educational presentations, and connected classroom learning to the real world in ways textbooks simply cannot provide.
For many of our students, this marks their first-ever zoo experience. The reality for working families in our community is that despite living in beautiful South Florida with its abundance of educational attractions, many parents simply cannot take time off work to visit these enriching destinations. When families are focused on meeting basic needs, educational outings often become an unattainable luxury.
Yet these experiences are absolutely critical for expanding young minds. Today, we watched students light up with curiosity as they learned about conservation, discovered animals from different continents, and began to see themselves as global citizens with a responsibility to our planet. These moments spark interests that can blossom into future career paths and lifelong passions.
None of this would be possible without our incredible community partners. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Quantum Foundation and Jacarlene Foundation for their generous grants that funded our new van! This vehicle isn't just transportation—it's a gateway to a world of possibilities, making excursions like today's zoo adventure accessible to all our students regardless of family circumstances.
Every child deserves the opportunity to explore, discover, and dream beyond their immediate surroundings. Thanks to our supporters, the children at Edna W. Runner Education Center are doing exactly that, one field trip at a time.
#ExpandingHorizons #SummerLearning #CommunitySupport #EdnaWRunnerCenter
WOO HOO! This week marked the exciting first day of our Summer Camp program, and the energy was absolutely contagious! Our students buzzed with laughter, curiosity, and look forward to endless possibilities on their summer learning adventure.
At Edna W. Runner Education Center, we understand that summer isn't just a vacation—it's a crucial time to prevent the "summer slide" where students can lose up to two months of academic progress. Our comprehensive program is thoughtfully designed to keep young minds engaged while creating unforgettable memories.
What makes our summer camp special? Our students will: Learn from the innovative UFLi Reading Program Thanks to the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties • Participate in innovative trade programs that introduce career pathways • Develop essential life skills from financial literacy to healthy cooking • Experience eye-opening field trips that expand their horizons and build cultural awareness • Engage in daily academic enrichment that feels nothing like traditional classroom learning
These experiences don't just prevent learning loss—they build confidence, spark new interests, and open doors to futures our children might never have imagined for themselves.
None of this would be possible without our incredible community of supporters. A heartfelt THANK YOU to our dedicated donors and partner agencies like Prime Time Palm Beach County, Inc. whose generosity transforms lives every summer. Your investment in these children creates ripples of positive change that will benefit our entire community for generations to come.
Today, the students loved having fun at Jensen Beach Bowl- Stay tuned for more updates as our summer adventure unfolds! #EdnaWRunnerCenter #SummerLearning #CommunityImpact
Congratulations to Our Education Champion Finalist!
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Mr. Travis Conway has been selected as a Finalist for the prestigious EdFest Awards from Path to College as a 2025 Education Champion nominee! 🎉
Travis's powerful impact in education has been recognized alongside an impressive group of changemakers who are transforming educational opportunities in our community. His dedication to empowering students and creating pathways to success exemplifies the very best in educational leadership.
The awards will be presented at this year's EdFest celebration:
📅 June 5th, 2025 📍 Palm Beach County Convention Center 650 Okeechobee Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 33401
⏰ Opening Coffee Reception: 11:30am 🍽️ Luncheon & Program: 12:00pm 📚 VIP Book Signing: 1:30pm
This annual gathering brings together community leaders, educators, and changemakers to honor those elevating education and celebrate our collective work toward equality. Attendees will hear from an inspiring keynote speaker, honor the 2025 Education Champion, and witness five powerful EDTalk speakers—students sharing deeply personal topics that impact their communities.
We extend our congratulations to all the other outstanding nominees: • Jacoby Waters - Founder & CEO, Young Men of Distinction • Krissy Webb - Executive Director & Co-Founder, Student ACES • Wil Romelus - Executive Director, Digital Vibez • Breion Moses - Founder & CEO, 7 Hillz Productions • David Nicholson - Chairman & Founder of The Stiles-Nicholson Foundation • Joseph Murray - Associate Dean of University Advising Services, Florida Atlantic University • Nancy Anderson - President and Founder of Hands Together for Haitians
We are honored to have Travis Conway nominated alongside these remarkable education champions who are shaping the future of education. Join us in celebrating Travis and all these incredible leaders!
#EducationChampion #EdFest2025 #PathToCollege #EducationalExcellence