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AI in K-12: A Tool for Transformation, Not a Threat
AI in K-12: A Tool for Transformation, Not a Threat

By Mohannad Arbaji, ChalkTalk Founder & CEO Artificial intelligence (AI) has captured the attention of educators everywhere. Unlike previous waves of ed-tech innovation, AI has sparked more questions than answers. While some fear it could replace teachers or encourage cheating, others... Continue Reading

Date posted02/13/2025


Miami-Dade school board considers ‘wearable panic button’ for staff
Miami-Dade school board considers ‘wearable panic button’ for staff

By Saira Anwer Wearable panic buttons were on the agenda for the Miami-Dade County School Board Wednesday. Mary Blanco, a school board member, proposed allowing Jose L. Dotres, the superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, to “explore” the “feasibility of a... Continue Reading

Date posted02/13/2025


Kristen Arrington and Rita Harris push retirement system changes to help recruit educators
Kristen Arrington and Rita Harris push retirement system changes to help recruit educators

By Gabrielle Russon A pair of Central Florida Democrats are backing legislation to expand Florida’s retirement program in hopes that schools can recruit more employees to fill critical shortages. Kissimmee Sen. Kristen Arrington and Orlando Rep. Rita Harris filed bills (SB 478, HB 395)... Continue Reading

Date posted02/12/2025


Appeals court denies Trump's request to lift order blocking freeze of billions in federal funding
Appeals court denies Trump's request to lift order blocking freeze of billions in federal funding

ByPeter Charalambous and Katherine Faulders A federal appeals court denied the Trump administration's request to lift a lower court's order that blocked the president from unilaterally freezing billions in funding in loans, grants and financial assistance. Three weeks into President Donald... Continue Reading

Date posted02/12/2025


Orange County Public Schools approves ‘priority access’ agreement for employee affordable housing
Orange County Public Schools approves ‘priority access’ agreement for employee affordable housing

By Sabrina Maggiore Orange County Public Schools employees may soon get an edge when looking for affordable housing. On Tuesday, the school board signed off on an agreement that prioritizes school district employees for affordable housing at two Orlando apartment complexes: Palm Gardens and... Continue Reading

Date posted02/12/2025


‘Alarming’ National Data: Teens Use Cellphones for Quarter of School Day
‘Alarming’ National Data: Teens Use Cellphones for Quarter of School Day

By Marianna McMurdock As districts and government officials nationwide consider curbing smartphones’ reach, new research has revealed teens miss at least one and a half hours of school because they are on their phones. A quarter of the 13-18 year olds in the study used devices for two... Continue Reading

Date posted02/12/2025


Special Session to start Tuesday on TRUMP Act fixes, new Board of Immigration Enforcement
Special Session to start Tuesday on TRUMP Act fixes, new Board of Immigration Enforcement

By Jesse Scheckner Less than a month after the Legislature passed a sweeping anti-illegal immigration package named for President Donald Trump, Senate and House lawmakers will reconvene for another Special Session on Tuesday to modify the measure. This time, they have the full support of Gov.... Continue Reading

Date posted02/11/2025


Trump administration targets Education Department research arm in latest cuts
Trump administration targets Education Department research arm in latest cuts

By Jonaki Mehta, Cory Turner An independent research arm within the U.S. Department of Education is being all but shut down, employees of the department say. The Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is responsible for gathering and disseminating data on a wide range of topics, including... Continue Reading

Date posted02/11/2025


Brevard Schools Foundation Helps Brevard County Students Explore & Excel in Healthcare Career Pathwa
Brevard Schools Foundation Helps Brevard County Students Explore & Excel in Healthcare Career Pathwa

Brevard Schools Foundation, filling educational funding and opportunity gaps at all our 85 public schools for 74,300 students and 5,000 teachers, today announced it has received a grant for $33,750 as part of a three-year $1.2 million grant from the Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation to the Consortium... Continue Reading

Date posted02/11/2025


Accidents in school drop-offs, pick-ups can steer costly problems for drivers
Accidents in school drop-offs, pick-ups can steer costly problems for drivers

By: Hollani Davis WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Morning and afternoon school drop-offs can feel chaotic, but if parents and caregivers are not careful, it could set off a chain reaction of costly problems. In the 2025 School Drop-Off and Pickup Report, 1 in 2 parents... Continue Reading

Date posted02/11/2025


School District of Lee County superintendent looks to tackle transportation and teacher shortages
School District of Lee County superintendent looks to tackle transportation and teacher shortages

By Peter Busch Dr. Denise Carlin, the new superintendent of Lee County School District, is addressing transportation issues and teacher shortages in her first few months on the job. "I'm telling you, I love the job. It is so much fun, it really is," Carlin said. "It's complex work, there... Continue Reading

Date posted02/10/2025


Bridgewater principal in running for Life Changer award
Bridgewater principal in running for Life Changer award

By Amy Quesinberry Price Amy Klaber, the principal of Bridgewater Middle School, is one of the finalists for the Life Changer of the Year award through National Life Group. The annual honor recognizes educators and school employees nationwide who inspire and go above and beyond for their... Continue Reading

Date posted02/10/2025