Hillsborough County Schools receives $2M grant to grow Family Community Center resources and tutoring programs
One of the student support hubs within Hillsborough County Public Schools is receiving $2 million in federal funding.
One of the student support hubs within Hillsborough County Public Schools is receiving $2 million in federal funding.
Transgender policy at elite women’s college spurs Education Dept. investigation
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women.
Best cities for new college grads in 2026, based on payroll data
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.
From the Air Force to the classroom: One Tampa veteran’s next mission
Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.
Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
2026 commencement speeches: See which celebrities are taking the stage
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.
Governor DeSantis signs sweeping education and labor union bills
Governor Ron DeSantis has officially signed HB 1279 and SB 1296 into law, introducing significant changes to Florida’s education system.
Governor Ron DeSantis has officially signed HB 1279 and SB 1296 into law, introducing significant changes to Florida’s education system.
Florida still 50th in teacher pay despite salary increases, report finds
Despite yearly increases in teacher pay, Florida ranked 50th in the nation in average teacher pay for the third year in a row.
Despite yearly increases in teacher pay, Florida ranked 50th in the nation in average teacher pay for the third year in a row.
Parrish growth boom leaves families struggling to find VPK and early learning centers
It is becoming a familiar challenge in Manatee County — keeping pace with continued growth.
It is becoming a familiar challenge in Manatee County — keeping pace with continued growth.
These are the best entry-level jobs in 2026, data suggests
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
WalletHub ranked the best entry-level jobs based on opportunity, growth potential, and job safety.
Pinellas County Schools weigh more closures due to declining enrollment
Facing a decade-long decline in student enrollment, the Pinellas County School Board is preparing for a new round of school closure and consolidation recommendations.
Facing a decade-long decline in student enrollment, the Pinellas County School Board is preparing for a new round of school closure and consolidation recommendations.
College grads enter tough hiring market: Some tips to help with the job hunt
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
As graduates enter a challenging job market marked by rising unemployment and experience gaps, experts suggest building resilience and leveraging AI tools to help navigate the transition into the real world.
American Library Association’s challenged books list: The 11 titles targeted the most in 2025 for removal
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
A new ranking by the American Library Association (ALA) lists the 11 books that people or activists tried to have removed from or restricted in libraries, schools, or universities last year. The list also reflects a dramatic change in who is making the requests for books to be pulled from the shelves.
University of Tampa breaks ground on new innovation center, focused on health and science fields
The University of Tampa broke ground on the largest investment in its 94-year history. The school is building the Dickey Science Innovation Center, overlooking the Hillsborough River.
The University of Tampa broke ground on the largest investment in its 94-year history. The school is building the Dickey Science Innovation Center, overlooking the Hillsborough River.
UTampa's science center groundbreaking
The University of Tampa broke ground on its most expensive building to date, the Dickey Science Innovation Center. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
The University of Tampa broke ground on its most expensive building to date, the Dickey Science Innovation Center. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
Sarasota school board enforces strict limits on student demonstrations, escalating free speech battle
A divided Sarasota County School Board narrowly approved a new student protest policy on Tuesday, a move many in the community link to recent demonstrations over immigration enforcement.
A divided Sarasota County School Board narrowly approved a new student protest policy on Tuesday, a move many in the community link to recent demonstrations over immigration enforcement.
Lawsuit claims popular i-Ready learning app violates student privacy
A popular digital learning program used in classrooms across Florida, and throughout the U.S., is at the center of a legal battle over student privacy.
A popular digital learning program used in classrooms across Florida, and throughout the U.S., is at the center of a legal battle over student privacy.
Lawsuit alleges school app shares student data
A popular digital learning program used in classrooms across Florida, and throughout the U.S., is at the center of a legal battle over student privacy. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
A popular digital learning program used in classrooms across Florida, and throughout the U.S., is at the center of a legal battle over student privacy. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
30,000 student loan borrowers expected to receive discharges as the final deadline passes
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
The Department of Education missed a critical deadline, a move that legally requires the federal agency to discharge student loans for thousands of borrowers.
Pinellas County high schools halt weapon detector pilot program after long lines, false alarms reported
Starting next week, students at two Pinellas County high schools will no longer need to walk through weapon detectors. Pinellas County Schools is pausing its pilot program only 10 days after it began.
Starting next week, students at two Pinellas County high schools will no longer need to walk through weapon detectors. Pinellas County Schools is pausing its pilot program only 10 days after it began.