By Steven Walker For more than 40 years, Florida’s public high school students have needed to pass state language arts and math exams to graduate. Now, as more students struggle to pass the tests and the bar is set to get higher, some lawmakers want to scrap that... Continue Reading
By Gabrielle Russon Let the kids play, Republican Rep. Shane Abbott says. Abbott’s bill (HB 151) to give private school students more opportunities to play middle and high school sports is moving through the House. Under Abbott’s measure, students at private schools would be... Continue Reading
By Evie Blad In a divisive time for K-12 education, an organization that represents the nation’s superintendents plans to plant a flag on ideological common ground through a new campaign that emphasizes alignment with workforce needs, student-centered learning, and “measuring what... Continue Reading
Brevard Public Schools (BPS) is proud to announce that the OpenGate® weapons detection systems are now fully installed in all 16 traditional high schools. This significant enhancement underscores our commitment to the safety and security of our students, faculty, and staff. Key... Continue Reading
On March 11, 2025, Santa Rosa County Schools Workforce Education Department presented CAPE (Career and Professional Education) bonus funding checks to schools across the district, recognizing their achievements in career and technical education (CTE) while earning industry... Continue Reading
By A.G. Gancarski Rep. Juan Porras’ proposal to begin mandating the phrase “Gulf of America” in K-12 instructional materials is finally moving. The House Education and Employment Subcommittee is advancing legislation (HB 549) that would compel School Boards to “adopt... Continue Reading
The U.S. Agriculture Department has cut two programs that provided money for schools and food banks to buy food from local farmers. Roughly $660 million was earmarked for the Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program. The program helps states buy domestic local food for school and... Continue Reading
By Jesse Scheckner Legislation expanding a 2023 law banning students from in-class cellphone use is advancing in the House, where lawmakers agreed that the devices have a detrimental effect on learning. Members of the Education and Administration Subcommittee voted unanimously for legislation... Continue Reading
By: Christine Sexton Sweeping autism legislation — a top priority for Senate President Ben Albritton — passed the Florida Senate Wednesday on the heels of Developmental Disabilities Day at the Florida Capitol. SB 112 is the first bill to clear the Senate and passed... Continue Reading
By Andrew Powell The Student Academic Success Committee has advanced a bill that seeks to end the certificates of completion for high school students and adult learners. Tampa Republican Rep. Susan Valdés introduced the measure (HB 1111). She told committee members that a high school... Continue Reading
By John Gies As the frontline leaders in education, principals witness firsthand the challenges and opportunities that arise in classrooms every day. Yet, many of the issues we face—whether related to funding, curriculum mandates, or student support services—are shaped by decisions... Continue Reading
By Ryan Wyatt Turbeville The Marion County School Board will begin the search for a new superintendent after Dr. Diane Gullett announced her intent to resign. On Monday evening, Gullett submitted her resignation letter to the school board. She also shared the letter with the staff. She... Continue Reading
