Orange County schools mandates masks for all adults as COVID cases surge
Students are not required to mask up because of a state law but are encouraged to.
Masks mandatory for adults in Orange County Public Schools in January, superintendent says
Orange County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Jenkins said on Monday that all adults inside schools will be required to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status, through the month of January.
Orange County schools 'strongly encouraging' face masks for students, staff
Orange County students return to class on Tuesday.
Osceola County welcomes students back from winter break, sees high absentee rate due to COVID
The Osceola County School District is the first in Central Florida to welcome students back for the Spring 2022 semester.
Teen charged with attempted murder after shooting at East River High School, deputies say
Mandrel Harper was arrested on a warrant for Attempted Second Degree Murder with a Firearm and Discharging a Weapon on School Property.
Town hall held to discuss school fights, shooting at Carver Middle
A town hall was held at an Orlando middle school on Monday evening to discuss the violence at the school.
Orange County Schools: False threats, foolish pranks will have serious consequences
District officials ask that parents speak to their children regarding safety expectations and check their backpacks for items that are not allowed.
Boy with special needs spends hours on Orange County school bus, says parents
Mika Davis is having a hard time getting from school to his house. His parents say their son isn't able to speak, isn't potty-trained, and needs supervision and assistance. They say they have been dealing with bus delays since school started in August.
Wekiva High School officially launches Culinary Arts Magnet
Wekiva High School officially launched its Culinary Arts Magnet program this year and hundreds of students are enrolled. The teacher says this is the training ground for students to enter the industry.
Masks optional for everyone at Orange County Public Schools, officials say
Orange County Public Schools has announced that masks will now be optional for students in district buildings and vehicles.
New state program to help your child build their personal library
Teachers are focusing on ways to make sure your child is up to speed now that students are back in the classroom. The state is also rolling out a new reading initiative offering free support.
Mail carrier credited for busting up alleged fraud scheme
Mail carriers deliver mail from the post office to the appropriate mailboxes every day. One mail carrier in Orlando knew his route and his customers well enough to know something was not right.
Orange County Schools hold vaccine clinics for kids ages 5 to 11
After dismissal, any student in that age range can come to a designated high school to receive their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Orange County Schools rolls out new pilot program about law enforcement
Some Orange County Public School students are learning more about work in law enforcement in a new pilot program.
Orange County Public Schools monitoring student homeless numbers, collecting donations for students in need
Just three months into the school year, OCPS leaders say student homeless numbers are on par with where the district ended last year. OCPS says it’s working to provide physical support through donations of clothes and shoes and also trying to help students mentally cope with it all.
School districts in Central Florida overcoming challenges from supply chain issues
Supply Chain issues are squeezing some cafeteria meal services and requiring districts to get creative to make sure your child is fed. There is food available, but sometimes some food items are harder to get.
'OnlyFans' mom getting tens of thousands messages of support
Victoria Triece spoke publicly last week saying that she's no longer allowed to volunteer at her child's Orange County School because she has an "OnlyFans" page.
Orange County parents can now opt students out of wearing masks at school
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced last week that a state of emergency in the county had ended due to a drop in new coronavirus cases and a lower 14-day positivity rate.
Orange County Public Schools reviewing controversial book pulled from shelves
The publishing company of a book that’s been pulled from Brevard County Public School shelves and is being reviewed by Orange County Public Schools is pushing back against education leaders.
Mom with 'OnlyFans' account can't volunteer at child's school, she says
A Florida mother said she has been banned from volunteering at her child's school after posting pictures on an adults-only social site called OnlyFans.