Decision deadlines approaching fast for upcoming school year
Parents are deciding what environment will be best for their kids to learn and stay safe.
Trump mirrors DeSantis stance on reopening schools
President Donald Trump on Thursday said school districts in states and cities that are considered COVID-19 hotspots should delay reopening schools “for a few weeks” but emphasized that campuses should reopen for the fall term.
Osceola County schools delay start of fall sports amid pandemic
The district made the announcement on Thursday morning.
Gov. Ron DeSantis wants Florida schools to reopen, offers flexibility
“Why force someone to be in the classroom if they are uncomfortable doing so? Let’s just find a way to make do,” DeSantis said.
Deadline for parents to pick back-to-school option looming in Orange County
Parents in Orange County have until Friday to decide how their child will go back to school this upcoming academic year.
DeSantis focuses on giving choice about returning to school
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made it clear on Wednesday that he wants schools to reopen next month, saying the risk of keeping schools closed far outweighs sending kids back to the classroom.
Law firms offer teachers living wills before returning to school amid rising coronavirus concerns
Lawyers in Florida and Iowa are offering the service for free.
Orange County pushes back start of fall sports, Seminole County to resume practice on Aug. 31
On July 17, the School Board of Orange County delayed the start of the school year until August 21.
Volusia County teachers fear reopening as district votes to push back school start date to Aug. 31
Volusia County school leaders are meeting to hammer out details about reopening schools this fall. Many teachers are expressing concerns about their safety and the safety of their students.
Brevard County pushes back start date for schools
They had previously discussed starting schools on August 17.
Lake County School Board approves reopening plan, start date for students
Lake County public schools will reopen on August 24, two weeks later than the August 10 date originally set by the board.
Volusia County schools to vote on back-to-school reopening plan on Tuesday
The Volusia County School Board has voted on an August 31 start date for classes.
Florida Education Association to discuss litigation regarding state’s order to reopen schools in August
On the heels of a local lawsuit filed against Governor Ron DeSantis to keep kids out of school, the Florida Education Association (FEA) plans to hold a news conference Monday to also discuss possible litigation.
FOX 35 EXCLUSIVE: Pediatricians send Florida governor letter expressing concerns over schools reopening
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) penned a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis.
Lawsuit filed to delay reopening of public schools in Florida
A lawsuit has been filed in Orange County against Gov.
Orange County School Board votes to reopen schools on Aug. 21
The Orange County School District is proposing three options for fall.
Central Florida parents struggle to choose back to school plan
Some school districts, like Orange, Volusia and Brevard Counties need to finalize their back-to-school plans. Osceola and Seminole county school districts have a plan.
‘The science should not stand in the way’: McEnany says science is on side of reopening schools
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said scientific evidence is on the side of resuming in-person instruction.
Central Florida school prepares outdoor classroom to prevent COVID-19 spread among students
The Florida Department of Education is ordering districts to reopen all brick and mortar schools five days a week and offer full services starting in August.
Volusia County schools delay vote on reopening plans
The next school board meeting will be next Tuesday.