By A.G. Gancarski Measures that would see Florida adopt the “Gulf of America” name in state law and teaching materials are positioned for House votes. The legislation would change 92 statutory references in Florida law to refer to the body of water along Florida’s west coast... Continue Reading
By: Michael Hoffman As state lawmakers look to cut funding, a move that could potentially save Florida millions, some public school leaders are worried about the impacts. There are fears about funding for programs like Advanced Placement, dual enrollment and other college-level courses, which... Continue Reading
By: Christine Sexton and Jay Waagmeester House and Senate spending committees in the Florida Legislature Wednesday signed off on proposed state budgets that are more than $4 billion apart in total spending, setting up a showdown as legislators reach the midway point of their 2025 session. The... Continue Reading
By Jesse Scheckner Legislation to ask voters next year whether they want to amend the Florida Constitution and set eight-year term limits for all County Commissioners and School Board members survived its second House stop, but not without taking some dings. By the time members of the House... Continue Reading
By Michael Costeines The House Student Academy Success Subcommittee forwarded a bill 12-4 on Tuesday that would increase transparency surrounding letter grades earned by Florida schools to a more traditional 'A' through 'F' scale. Rep. Susan Valdes (R-Tampa) explained her bill (HB 1483) to the... Continue Reading
By Alaijah Brown As artificial intelligence has become a growing presence nationwide in schools, the Leon County School District is looking to give students and staff guidance on how to use it with a new policy set for an adoption vote in May. Discussions of an AI policy started at the Feb. 3... Continue Reading
By Steven Walker State lawmakers want to slash in half funding for Advanced Placement, dual enrollment and other college-level high school classes, a move that would cost Florida’s public schools millions of dollars. Orange County Public Schools alone estimates it would lose nearly... Continue Reading
By A.G. Gancarski Sen. Clay Yarborough’s proposal requiring more detailed reporting on teachers accused of crimes now has just one stop before the floor. “I wish we did not have to take up this bill, but due to some circumstances that we have had out there, this is very important... Continue Reading
The Okaloosa County School District proudly announces that Niceville High School Principal Charlie Marello has been named the Northwest Florida Regional Director for the Florida Association of Secondary School Principals (FASSP). FASSP, a Florida Association of School Administrators (FASA)... Continue Reading
By Julie Garisto Providing coursework for teens that prepares them for college and the job market encourages critical thinking, problem-solving skills and a strong moral compass, according to an article by Life Prep Academy. Lake County Schools adopted a program from Cambridge University,... Continue Reading
By Travis J. Peck Reflecting on my first principal position, I recall my mixed emotions. During this transitional time in my career, my emotions ranged from excitement to nervousness. I was excited about the opportunity to lead a school of educators and students, but I was also worried about... Continue Reading
By Anna Merod Some states are suddenly out hundreds of millions in emergency pandemic funds, as the U.S. Department of Education on Friday rescinded previously approved liquidation extensions for the spending. The abrupt decision, communicated to state education leaders via letter, caught... Continue Reading
