Here's how much teachers spend out of their own pockets for their classroom
With a new school year starting soon, teachers like parents are spending more on school supplies ensuring students have what they need in the classroom.
Back-to-school tax holiday not just for kids
Summer is almost over and the kiddos will soon be heading back to school. One of the fun things about that is you get to do some back-to-school shopping. Even better, there are some deals out there as detailed by financial planner Todd Bryant.
Seminole County School District focuses on safety initiatives
The Seminole County School District remains one of the top 12 districts in the state, continuing its streak as an "A" rated district, according to Superintendent Serita Beamon.
Paris 2024 Summer Olympics: Former, current Florida college athletes competing this year
The Paris Summer 2024 Olympics kicked off Friday with an iconic opening ceremony showcasing the city's culture, a parade of athletes, and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron. Of the 10,500 athletes competing this year, some are college athletes from Florida.
Orange Technical College completes renovations to main Orlando campus
Renovations at Orange Technical College's main campus in downtown Orlando are complete, and the building is ready for students.
Florida's highest and lowest rated school districts
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This Florida school district will require teachers to wear panic button
Lake County Schools teachers are required to wear a panic alert system called CENTEGIX. It's essentially a panic button attached to a lanyard worn around their neck. This school year, it will automatically sync with the emergency system used by law enforcement, Fusus.
Four Central Florida school districts receive A's for 2023-24 school year
The Florida Department of Education has released its 2024 grades for each district in the Sunshine State. Among the dozens of school districts evaluated, four from Central Florida received A's.
Interim presidents tapped to fill vacancies at UF, FAMU
Interim presidents have been named to two State University System of Florida vacancies. The University of Florida and Florida A&M University presidents recently announced their resignations.
Florida law enforcement cracking down on drivers who don’t stop for pedestrians
Law enforcement across Central Florida is patrolling to be sure drivers yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Florida's Back to School Sales Tax Holiday: These items will be tax-free starting July 29
These items will be tax free starting July 29th!
2 Central Florida schools begin extended academic year
Two Central Florida schools are evaluating the pros and cons of an extended school year.
University of Florida President Ben Sasse resigns in light of wife's declining health
The University of Florida President Ben Sasse has announced his departure from the school due to his wife's recent health issues.
Remainder of Biden’s student debt relief plan blocked by appeals court
The ruling comes the same day the Biden administration announced it would forgive roughly $1.2 billion in additional student loan debt for borrowers who work in public service.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden cancels another $1.2B in debt for public service workers
Student loan borrowers who work in public service, such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others, will benefit from the student debt relief, the Education Department said.
Teachers struggle with burden of covering cost of crucial school supplies
When adjusting for inflation, teachers are making 5% less on average than they did 10 years ago, data shows.
Changes are coming to ACT test, including making science portion optional
The ACT college admissions exam will undergo major changes starting in spring 2025, including shortening the test and making the science section optional. The updates aim to reduce student fatigue and provide more flexibility, aligning with recent changes to the SAT.
New drinking fountains coming to Satellite Beach schools after contamination concerns
New drinking fountains are on the way to schools in Satellite Beach. The upgrade comes as leaders continue to address contaminated water concerns.
Brevard County testing year-round school calendar
Challenger 7 Elementary School in Cocoa is starting a new year-round school calendar on July 22, 2024. They are the first in the county to test out the schedule. Brevard County school board member Megan Wright explains.
Legal team calls UF punishment of protesters unusually harsh, unwarranted, and unconstitutional
A First Amendment group says the University of Florida’s punishment of a pro-Palestine protester was unusually harsh, unwarranted, and unconstitutional.