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Bus safety cameras & free summer meals for Broward students. Plus, school choice

Broward schools approved a program to use AI stop-arm cameras on buses, with district police reviewing footage and issuing tickets to drivers who pass stopped buses.
Broward schools approved a program to use AI stop-arm cameras on buses, with district police reviewing footage and issuing tickets to drivers who pass stopped buses. Photo from Megan Lee via Unsplash

Three recent stories about Broward County Public Schools covered several topics, including school bus safety enforcement, school choice applications and free summer meals.

Here’s a rundown to catch up:

AI-powered cameras will help fine drivers who pass stopped Broward school buses

Broward schools approved a program to use AI stop-arm cameras on buses, with district police reviewing footage and issuing $225 tickets to drivers who pass stopped buses. Leaders say it should improve safety, but board members raised plenty of questions.

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Broward offers second chance for students wanting to switch schools

Broward opened a second school choice application window through mid-July for families seeking reassignments, Nova schools or magnets with available seats. Applications go through the BCPS Focus Parent Portal.

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School’s out, but free meals still on menu for Broward students

BCPS is serving free breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner for students at 96 sites through Florida’s Summer BreakSpot. Meals are first-come, first-served and must be eaten on-site.

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