Growing Up On Her Own Terms

Wednesday made Jenna Ortega a worldwide star before the age of 20, but she is basing her career more on interesting choices than fame. There is something slightly strange about Jenna Ortega’s relationship with fame. On the one hand, she is now one of the most recognizable young actors in the world, having transformed Wednesday Addams into a global phenomenon and followed the hit show with a succession of decidedly unconventional film roles. On the other, she has spent the past few years doing almost everything possible to make her private life less visible—and in a way, you’ve got to respect...

It’s Academic: The 2026 Private High School Report Card

Montverde Academy As a new school year begins, families across Central Florida are once again thinking about the educational opportunities that will help their children thrive. In this year’s Orlando Family Magazine Private High School Report Card, we shine a spotlight on some of the area’s leading schools and the unique ways they prepare students for what comes next. From academic achievement and college preparation to personalized attention and campus life, we’ve gathered key information directly from local schools—including tuition, average SAT scores, student-to-teacher ratios and more....

Road Rules

As e-bikes become more and more popular, especially with kids, parents are encouraged to learn more about the devices and how to keep their children safe. Alan Duke admits that he has a love-hate relationship with e-bikes. A board member for a local cycling club known as the Florida Freewheelers, Duke has been an avid traditional cyclist for about 15 years and rides at least once a week. His club welcomes e-bikes as long as they have pedals, and he believes they have many benefits, including helping those with mobility issues get around easier. He doesn’t own an e-bike, but he has been on one...