By Angie Charboneau-Folch, Principal, Integrated Arts Academy, Chaska, MN Earlier this year, more than 170 principals from around Minnesota hosted members of our state legislature for a statewide “Principal for a Day” initiative. It’s not unusual for legislators to visit... Continue Reading
By Andrew Powell A new bill would foster opportunities for infrastructure improvements, education, and health care enhancements for rural communities across the Sunshine State. Tallahassee Republican Sen. Corey Simon filed the bill (SB 110), which is a comprehensive package of legislative... Continue Reading
By Mary Lett The people may decide the next Escambia County school district superintendent. The Escambia County School Board voted 3-2 Tuesday to approve a resolution to put a referendum on the August 2026 midterm primary election giving voters the option of choosing to elect or appoint the... Continue Reading
By Jeffrey S. Solochek Hurricane season ended months ago. Florida school districts are now getting a look at how much the influx of storms cost them. As they assess the unanticipated expenses, some officials have found they spent millions they won’t recoup for years. Some of the money... Continue Reading
By Chad Aldeman Public schools added 121,000 employees last year, even as they served 110,000 fewer students. This is a continuation of recent trends. In per-student terms, public schools have hit new all-time staffing highs in each of the last three years. The 74’s art and technology... Continue Reading
By Clara-Sophia Daly President Trump has demonstrated his administration’s priorities for education via a series of executive orders over the past weeks. With the stroke of his pen, he has laid out a vision for the U.S. Department of Education that prioritizes funding for state school... Continue Reading
By Linda Jacobson At last week’s confirmation hearing, education secretary nominee Linda McMahon called teaching “one of the most noble professions that we have in our country” and expressed support for workforce development programs. But now the department she wants to... Continue Reading
By Andrew Powell A new measure aims to enhance flexibility and autonomy for charter schools. Doral Republican Sen. Ana Maria Rodriguez filed the bill (SB 822), which amends several provisions and outlines the duties and responsibilities of charter schools and their sponsors to achieve their... Continue Reading
By Colleen Wixon While the School Board plans to leave retired teacher health insurance supplements alone, veteran teachers now are concerned promises about health insurance supplements after retirement will be broken. Teachers crowded the School Board meeting for the second consecutive... Continue Reading
By Kerry Sheridan he Trump administration wants to eliminate the Department of Education, and some people are worried that could mean big cuts to schools in low-income areas, and programs for homeless students and children with disabilities. One Sarasota County School Board member says... Continue Reading
By Collin Bestor The Okaloosa County School District is looking to help the next generation of educators. On Tuesday, the dstrict announced that Superintendent Marcus Chambers is offering two students in Okaloosa County the opportunity to receive Florida Prepaid two-year scholarships. To... Continue Reading
By: Mahmoud Bennett A private school in Naples has taken a proactive approach to school safety by hiring a full-time K-9 unit to help protect students from potential threats, including active shooters. The Village School of Naples is the first in Florida to implement this type of active... Continue Reading
