In wake of Uvalde, Florida agencies beefing up school security
School safety is a major concern for parents in Central Florida following the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Authorities in Orange County have detailed their plans to keep schools safe just as classes resume on Wednesday.
Deputies to carry rifles at Brevard County schools: 'We mean business'
In response to the recent school shootings around the country, the Brevard County Sheriff's Office announced that its school resource deputies will carry rifles on campus to help better protect children and staff.
School safety top of mind as students head back to school in Orange County
As Orange County students get ready to return to school on Wednesday, safety is top of mind for school officials and law enforcement.
Frustrated Seminole County parents scramble for school bus information
Two days before the start of the 2022-23 school year in Seminole County and parents are having issues accessing bus route information for their children in the district.
Florida's Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday: These items are tax-free
Sunday, Aug. 7 is the final day to take advantage of Florida's annual back-to-school sales tax holiday.
Orange County holds free vaccinations, COVID shots for students event on Saturday
Orange County families packed into the gym at the school district's Academic Center for Excellence. Saturday was the last day for kindergarten and seventh grade students to get their required vaccinations for free, from the district. Parents say they're happy for the opportunity.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
Orange County opens new schools as student population grows
Five brand-new schools are opening in Orange County, as more people move to Central Florida.
Florida schools still need more teachers, bus drivers before school starts
Students and teachers will return to their classrooms over the next few weeks for the start of the school year, despite districts across Central Florida needing more teachers and bus drivers.
5 new schools to open in Orange County this month
Orange County Public Schools to open 5 new schools ahead of the 2022-23 academic year.
Judge backs Osceola County in dispute with American Classical Charter Academy
An administrative law judge Friday upheld a decision by the Osceola County School Board to terminate a contract with a charter school, citing issues such as a large number of uncertified teachers and not properly providing exceptional-student education services.
Florida to schools: Don’t follow federal LGBTQ protections
Florida advised school districts to ignore protections for LGBTQ students that President Joe Biden’s administration is trying to implement, saying the anti-discrimination language is not binding law and following the guidance could result in breaking state law.
Orange County teacher pay raise passes by slim margin
Orange County Teachers narrowly approved a 6 percent pay raise ahead of the upcoming school year. The final votes were counted Thursday night.
Florida teachers get help from non-profit providing free supplies ahead of school year
Teachers are getting their classrooms ready for your child and they’re finding a lot of the supplies are more expensive. Many are exploring options to check off the list and save money.
President Biden weighs extending student loan payment pause beyond August 31
The White House said that President Biden is deliberating whether to extend the pause on federal student loan payments beyond Aug. 31 and forgive a portion of student debt per borrower.
Watch: New safety lights installed on Osceola school buses to make them more visible in low-light areas
Drivers will notice new flashing, red safety lights installed on some school buses in Osceola County when students return to their bus stops for the 2022-23 school year.
Florida teacher shortage continues with school start just weeks away
Many students in Central Florida are heading back to the classroom in about two weeks and districts are still working to find hundreds of teachers.
Tax-free holiday begins in Florida ahead of new school year
People in Central Florida are gearing up for the state's tax-free holiday.
Osceola County students to scan ID badges when getting on and off the bus this school year
Students who take the bus to school in Osceola County this school year will scan their ID badges, which the district hopes will help them better monitor who is getting on and off buses as they travel to and from school.