Poinciana High School will host New Student Orientation on Tuesday, July 22 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in the school’s auditorium. This orientation is for any student (grades 9-12) that will be new to PHS for this coming school year. Parents are welcomed to attend with students and learn all the important information— academic programs, athletics, student life and future opportunities.
Freedom Health and Valora Medical Group will host a Summer Barbeque on Friday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its 4551 Pleasant Hill Road location. Medicare beneficiaries are invited to this free event. Enjoy barbeque while learning more about Medicare options. For more information and to RSVP, call 689-239-9805.
Grand Start to the School Year presented by KAS Insurance Agency will take place on Saturday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chosen Generation Christian Academy (4906 Old Pleasant Hill Road). There will be free school supplies, food pantry, raffles, food and music, in addition to business opportunities— connect with local services and resources.
District 3 Commissioner Brandon Arrington will host a Government Resource Fair on Thursday, July 24 from 4-8 p.m. at Valencia College Poinciana Campus.
Get an update on future transportation projects from agencies like FDOT, CFX, Lynx, Sunrail and more. Connect directly with your local government representative and get answers, resources and support.
AVOS & Kingdom Life presents its 4th Annual Back to School event on Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1901 S. Poinciana Blvd. This event features free school supplies, bounce houses, complimentary food, giveaways, raffles and more.
The Big Red Bus will be at AVOS on Saturday, July 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All donors receive a wellness checkup, top handle drinkware and a $20 e-gift card. Appointments are encouraged. To make an appointment, go to www. OneBlood.org/donate-now and use sponsor code 77603.
Osceola Community Health Services will host its Annual Back to School Student Physical Day on Monday, July 28 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its 109 N. Doverplum Ave location. School physicals are $20 and sports physicals are $30. Back to school vaccines are also available. Schedule your appointment by calling 407-943-8600.
Save the date! The Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) Back to School Bash will be on Saturday, Aug. 2nd from 12-3 p.m. on the Marigold Avenue community lawn. There will be school supplies giveaways (while supplies last), food trucks and vendors.
APV LifeStyles recognizes that education is the cornerstone of a thriving community and is inviting all residents to become sponsors or donors, with contributions starting at $25 and going up to $650. Every dollar raised will directly impact local families and educators by providing school supplies. Sponsorship benefits are: named/ premier sponsor of event in all printed and media, and company listed on sign at the entrance of the event. All funds must be paid by Friday, July 25.
For more information or to register your food truck or secure a vendor spot, call 863-427-0900 ext. 501.
If you have any Poinciana news or information that you would like to share, call Lisa Concepcion at 407-319-9700 or email lisaconcepcion810@yahoo.com.