MOSI offering over 100 different camps for kids during the summer
In a classroom at the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), 20 kids learned “How to be a Mad Scientist". Not to worry, it’s one of over 100 different camps offered by the museum during the summer.
Hillsborough Superintendent applauds judge's decision to place teacher pay referendum on November ballot
According to Hillsborough County Public Schools, the court is ordering the county commission to place the school board's millage referendum on the November 2024 ballot.
Hillsborough commission ordered by judge to include teacher pay referendum on November ballot
The court is now ordering the Hillsborough County Commission to place the school board's millage referendum on the November 2024 ballot.
Pinellas County Schools holds first-ever construction camp for girls
Fueled by the statistic from a 2023 Bureau Labor of Statistics report that women make up only 10.8% of the construction workforce, Pinellas County Schools entered the summer with the goal of raising that number.
Can you get dorm insurance for college students?
Yes, dorm insurance can be an option but it will all depend on what your insurance provider offers and if your student’s circumstances warrant the investment.
Hillsborough schools introduces new cameras to catch drivers illegally passing stopped buses
Starting this school year, all Hillsborough County Public School buses will be equipped with new cameras, aimed at catching drivers illegally passing stopped school buses.
LEGO summer camp lets Bay Area kids get creative while learning valuable lessons
At a Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO summer camp in Tampa, the possibilities are endless. Younger campers can create without some of the time restrictions of school.
New FAFSA issue could delay financial aid for college students this fall
Some college students may not be able to pay for tuition, books and other bills when classes start in a few weeks due to the latest hiccup in submitting federal financial aid forms.
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.
USF’s pharmacy program moves to downtown Tampa
USF’s "Taneja College of Pharmacy" moved its “PharmD" program to the 11th and 12th floors of the university’s health building in Channelside Drive, Monday.
Florida schools see substitute teacher shortage as school year approaches
As the start of the school year approaches, there is a need for substitute teachers. Last year, Florida schools started in the fall with thousands of teacher vacancies, and this year, they are especially seeing an issue with substitute teachers, which can burden students and full-time staff.
Hernando County math teacher named 2025 Florida Teacher of the Year
A Hernando County teacher was selected from nearly 185,000 public school teachers in the Sunshine State as the 2025 Florida Teacher of the Year.
Florida back-to-school sales tax holiday returns Monday: Here's how to save
As parents prepare to send their kids back to school, Florida is working to make stocking up on those school supplies a little more affordable.
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.
Pinellas County Schools earns ‘A’ rating for the first time from state education department
All the Tampa Bay area's public school districts received a "C" rating or higher this past school year from the Florida Department of Education. Its report for the 2023-2024 school year was released Wednesday.
Here's how Hernando County students can get physicals and immunizations for the new school year
With the new school year just weeks away, the Florida Department of Health is sharing dates and locations for Hernando County students to get physicals and immunizations done.
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 school system ranks among top 15 nationwide: Study
WalletHub released its rankings of the best and worst school systems in America and Florida ranked among the best at number 11.
Hillsborough school board sues county commission over teacher pay referendum ballot measure delay
Hillsborough County school leaders voted to take legal action against county commissioners on Tuesday afternoon after a millage referendum was struck from the November ballot.
Grady Judd, Polk County superintendent unveil school bus safety cameras
Polk County leaders will unveil a new initiative Wednesday morning to help keep Polk County students safe on their way to school.