Tonight Wellington’s Council fulfills on our commitment to support education in our Great Hometown by awarding $30,000 to each one of our 11 local schools through the Keely Spinelli Grant.
Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Wellington’s town center landmarks are lit orange in support of efforts to prevent gun violence. We
#WearOrange
🧡 in honor of every life cut short by a bullet and every survivor who lives with physical & mental scars.
A big THANKS to local NFL celebrity,
@JonBostic
for stopping by New Horizons Elementary School today. As a former Wellington resident and Palm Beach Central High School
@BroncosPBCHS
graduate, Bostic is a true inspiration to our community.
#ICYMI
: A local centenarian got a BIG surprise on his 🎉 1️⃣ 0️⃣0️⃣ 🎉 birthday last week! 🚨 🚒
@PBCountySheriff
&
@PBCFR
paid him a visit to let him know he wasn't celebrating alone. Happy 100th Birthday, Mr. Harry Cohen! 🎂
We're excited to share the official completion of the first phase of the Wellington High School Sports Complex project.
🏟️ 🏈 Watch as Wellington's Council reveals new upgrades and gives us a glimpse at what's to come in Phase 2.
Join us in congratulating
@PBCountySheriff
Detective Dan Delia, named Wellington’s Top Cop of the Year and
@PBCFR
Captain Bob Dawson, named Wellington’s Top Firefighter of the Year. Thank you for keeping our Great Hometown safe! 👏👮👨🚒
We're excited to announce the groundbreaking of the Wellington High School Sports Complex Project.
Normally, we would mark this occasion with a community gathering, but due to
#COVID19
, we're opting for a Virtual Groundbreaking.
👀 ➡️
This month's
#HometownHero
is Wellington High School's Mark-Antony Richards. The star athlete had schools across the South East looking to sign him on their team. He's made his choice and is one step closer to fulfilling his dream of playing in the
#NFL
. 🏈 🙌
Wellington’s Council is proud to once again support education through the Keely Spinelli Grant. At tonight's Council meeting, our 11 local principals received grant funds to support programs for children struggling in math and reading.
It’s
#PrideMonth
, and tonight, Wellington’s Promenade & Clock Tower are lit in commemoration of
#StoneWall50
... a reminder to never give up the pursuit of equality! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤
What better way to start the week than with a feel-good story like this one. Congratulations to Sam!
#WellingtonFl
is proud of you and thanks you for your service.
A big round of 👏 for this month’s
#WellingtonFL
#HometownHero
@pbchs_Broncos
senior and football standout Akeem Dent. The county’s top-ranked player, Akeem committed to
@FSUFootball
last fall. We congratulate him and his coaches for their accomplishments, on and off the field.
Congratulations to
@PBCHS_Broncos
High School teacher, mentor, and friend, Tom Atkins. Tonight, students, teachers, and Village staff gathered to celebrate his retirement and thank Mr. Atkins for his service to our community.
#Greathometown
RUMOR CONTROL: Reports have been circulating about a demonstration in Wellington this evening.
@wellingtongrn
and
@PBCountySheriff
anticipate a peaceful gathering, but they are prepared to handle any situation.
The Mall closes at 4 PM.
We encourage everyone to stay home.
5️0️4️ people received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at this week's Wellington Feeding South Florida food distribution event. Our community is grateful to
@FLSERT
and
@FeedingSouthFL
for their partnership on this pop-up vaccine site.
As school campuses reopen, we’re helping ensure Wellington schools have the tools they need to keep everyone healthy. Our Community Services team delivered KN95 masks 😷 to local schools today.
We wish all students, teachers, and school staff a safe return to school!
🧑🏽🏫 📚
Congratulations to Palm Beach Central High School for winning the first annual Food Collection Challenge! 🐴 🏆
The Food Collection Challenge was started to ensure we could provide enough support to the growing number of families in need within our community.
On behalf of our Village,
@PBCountySheriff
, and
@PBCFR
we thank the Wellington Community Foundation and Agliolio Italian Bistro & Bar for feeding our first responders, working on the front lines of the
#COVID19
pandemic to protect our community. 🙏 👮👩🚒 💙
#Inthistogether
.
@WasteManagement
presents sustainability scholarships to Wellington High & Palm Beach Central High during tonight's Council meeting. The organization also made contributions for the purchase of books to Elbridge Gale & Panther Run Elementary Schools, & Emerald Cove Middle School
Wellington’s Council is proud to support education through the Keely Spinelli Grant. At this week's Council meeting, our 11 local principals were each presented with $30,000 to fund programs for children struggling in math and reading.
#WellingtonFl
#GreatHometown
Our crews have been working since early this morning to remove fallen trees, pick up debris, clear drains, and pump water as necessary. They’ve made great progress during this short break in the storm.
Wellington's Council recognized Palm Beach Central High School and
@WellingtonHSFL
students for their Dance Marathon fundraising efforts.
@PBCentral_Princ
I spy with my little eye... something green! 👀🌲 The Wellington Environmental Preserve just got a little greener as dozens of volunteers planted 🌳 Southern Red Cedar trees. 🌱 Thanks to the Wellington Garden Club and all the local students and volunteers for joining us.
We're celebrating
#LightsOnAfterschool
today! From theater club to tutoring, sports, and recreational opportunities, and so much more - we're showcasing the importance & power of afterschool programs in our community.
Wellington's Council dropped off the last of our Back to School Backpacks at Elbridge Gale, Panther Run, and Binks Forest Elementary Schools this morning. Together with our community partners, we're helping to ensure a successful school year for all our local students.
Wellington Council celebrated local High Impact Teachers at tonight's Education Committee Meeting and with a special reception in their honor.
#GreatHometown
It's a Panther Pride Parade! This afternoon, teachers and administrators from Panther Run Elementary organized a special parade through Wellington neighborhoods, bringing some fun and excitement to their students. 🚗👋🚗
The celebration continues as we share 🎥🎞 highlights of New Horizons Elementary School's new and improved Media Center. 📖 Let the learning and love of literacy begin! 🤩
It’s a beautiful morning and we’re taking full advantage by walking and biking to school during International Walk & Roll to School day.
🚘 REMINDER FOR DRIVERS 🚸 Please take extra precautions while driving: move at safe speeds and watch for kids walking and rolling to school
HAPPENING NOW: Wellington's Council presents Keely Spinelli Grant Awards to local principals.
#DYK
Wellington is the only municipality in Palm Beach County to set aside funds, annually, and invest in its public schools?
Grades are in! ✍🏽 We’re proud to share that
#WellingtonFl
School are once again, all A rated. We a very proud of our teachers and students, and
@pbcsd
for continuing our tradition of excellence. 🥇
For the second consecutive year, the School District of Palm Beach County has earned an A-rating. The School District is one of only three large urban districts in Florida to earn an A for the 2018-2019 school year. Read more:
A BIG 👏 for Palm Beach Central High School’s Math Honor Society team! Thank you for stopping by tonight’s Council meeting. It’s always great to see youth representation and civic engagement in our
#GreatHometown
.
Council,
@PBCountySheriff
and volunteers from
#Wellingtonfl
Interfaith Inc. are putting together
#Thanksgiving
meal essentials tonight to ensure no Wellington family goes without a meal this holiday. 🍂🙏🦃 🍠 🌽🍂
Check out these
@PBCountySheriff
Explorers in action! 👮🏿 👮🏽🚨
They took over the parking lot at Village Hall this afternoon to complete training exercises.
We’re proud of all our local Explorers and their service to our community.
One Wellington resident is celebrating a very special birthday today! 🎉 1️⃣ 0️⃣0️⃣ 🎉 Even though Mr. Harry Cohen can't celebrate this great milestone (in person) with friends and neighbors,
@PBCountySheriff
&
@PBCFR
paid him a visit to show him he's not alone. Happy Birthday!🎂
🤝🥰Community Caring at Its Best!
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣➕volunteers from our amazing community came together to help clean up neighborhoods most affected by the recent tornado. 💪🌪️
We may not know what tomorrow holds, but one thing is certain... we're in this, together. It's through times of struggle and hardship that we grow. Now is the time to rally together and rise up as One. We will stand tall and we will come out of this a stronger Village.
Congratulations to Mayor
@AnneGerwig
! This afternoon she was sworn in as Palm Beach County League of Cities President by former
#WellingtonFL
Councilman, Vice Mayor, and Mayor Pro Tem, Dr. Carmine Priori.
#GreatHometown
@FLCities
.
@pbchs_Broncos
Atkins Civics 101 Student Council Meeting is officially underway. So proud of our student Council & staff. They're learning about the inner-workings of Village Hall. Wellington is proud to promote
#CivicEngagement
for our future leaders.
#FloridaCityGovernmentWeek
🌟 Happy
#TeacherAppreciationWeek
🌟
🙏 For their dedication to helping children reach their full potential.
🙏 For always showing up for their students, together though apart.
Wellington Thanks our amazing
@pbcsd
educators and sends them virtual hugs! 🤗
Congratulations to Wellington's Youth Council for winning the 2020
@FLCities
community service and photography competitions. This group of young leaders continues to make our community proud!
Wellington’s Youth Council met with students from Wellington and Palm Beach Central High Schools today to gain insight into what they want from their Village.
We’re proud to welcome Wellington High School’s next principal Cara Hayden to our
#GreatHometown
. Hayden is pictured here with the
#WellingtonFL
Education Committee. 🙆 👏 🎓
Our Damage Assessment Teams and Public Works and Utilities Crews have been busy at work this morning clearing drains, ensuring pump stations and lift stations are operational, and picking up debris left behind after heavy rainfall and tornadic activity overnight.
Congratulations to Councilwoman Tanya Siskind on her recent appointment as Vice Mayor. We look forward to having Mrs. Siskind serve our Village in this new role as we continue working through COVID-19 response efforts.
On this
#MLKDayofService
our Community Services team enlisted the help of volunteers to clean up and beautify New Horizons Elementary School. They came together this morning to pull weeds, trim bushes, and lay mulch around the school's portables.
A day for Autism Picnic is back. Join
@Wellingtonflgov
, FAU CARD and our Mounted and K-9 Units for an afternoon of music, fun, games, and community resources. It's a free event on Feb. 10th from 10am - 1pm at the Wellington Community Center.
#ADayforAutism