Former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran named interim president for New College of Florida
A revamped New College of Florida Board of Trustees on Tuesday quickly shook up leadership at the small liberal-arts school, removing President Patricia Okker and replacing her on an interim basis with former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran.
Pennsylvania school district's police K-9 included in yearbook photos
A school district in Pennsylvania made sure everyone was included in the yearbook — and that even included their K-9.
DeSantis-appointed trustees, higher education reform bill will overhaul New College of Florida
One new trustee says Gov. DeSantis wants what he calls "institutional recapture," which would move the New College of Florida away from diversity, equity and inclusion programs and teaching of critical race theory.
West Virginia advances mandate to display ‘In God We Trust’ in schools
Republican Sen. Mike Azinger, who introduced the bill, says he wants to give students something to look up to and to tell them it's okay to “say God” in school. The bill requires that the phrase appears in an area in each school building.
Hillsborough County student launches dispenser program to increase access to menstrual products at school
A Tampa teen started a non-profit during the pandemic to ensure her classmates had access to feminine products.
Manatee County School District's book battle continues
The Manatee County School District is reviewing 30 books that have been removed from school libraries after they were submitted by three community members.
Hillsborough school leaders delay school boundary decision, update timeline
Hillsborough County school leaders announced revisions to the timeline for a decision on potential school boundary changes.
University of Tampa faculty weighs potential action against students using popular AI chatbot
A University of Tampa spokesman says faculty are holding discussions about the increasingly prevalent artificial intelligence (AI) technology called ChatGPT and how to deal with it.
Southeastern University searches country for new members of bass fishing team
Southeastern University is looking to reel in the best anglers it can find for its new bass fishing team.
College Board will release AP African American Studies framework on first day of Black History Month
The College Board says it plans to release the framework for its pilot AP American Studies course on the first day of Black History Month after Florida officials rejected the curriculum and Gov. Ron Desantis made accusations that it aimed to indoctrinate students with ideologies not allowed in Florida schools.
Hillsborough school leaders approve program to support families facing homelessness
The number of families struggling to make ends meet continues to grow exasperated by a lack of the affordable housing.
Censoring the school library? Manatee County officials to hold special meeting in battle over books
In an effort to ensure compliance with Florida’s new school book rules, some Manatee County teachers say they’ve had to physically cover up or block access to classroom bookshelves.
Apprenticeship program in St. Pete welcomes new class from across the country
A multi-trade contracting business welcomed a fresh class of apprentices from across the country to its new location in St. Petersburg. The apprenticeship program at Power Design, Inc. takes on-the-job training to a new level, giving would-be students a full ride to a fast-tracked career path.
Academy of Environmental Sciences at risk of closing due to necessary repairs
A Citrus County school is at risk of closing next year because of necessary repairs that need to be made.
Florida's rejection of AP Black history course stirs debate
Gov. Ron DeSantis says his administration is rejecting an AP African American studies course because he says it pushes a political agenda: "We want education, not indoctrination." But one of the authors mentioned by the state is accusing the governor of doing the same thing: “Is Ron DeSantis claiming that Florida students are unable to formulate their own opinions?”
Critics plan rallies after DeSantis administration rejects AP African American studies course
Faith leaders from across the state are coming together to fight against Florida’s proposal to reject an AP African American studies course.
DeSantis calls for teacher raises, partisan school board elections
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday called for another round of teacher pay hikes, while taking aim at teachers unions and calling for partisan elections and stricter term limits for school-board members.
Unusual class pet helps kindergarten students learn responsibility, academic lessons
There’s a member of Jessica Gormley’s kindergarten class at Bay Crest Elementary School that’s helping students with reading, writing, arithmetic and responsibility.
DeSantis administration blocks new African American studies class in Florida public high schools
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies from being taught in high schools, saying it violates state law and is historically inaccurate. Education officials did not specify what content the state found objectionable, but said, “As presented, the content of this course is inexplicably contrary to Florida law and significantly lacks educational value.”
Hillsborough County Education Foundation CEO awarded first-ever Joe Rizzo award
The first-ever Joe Rizzo Learner & Leader Award has been awarded to a leader in the Hillsborough County education system.