Florida students could have new college admission testing option other than SAT, ACT

Florida students will soon have a new option other than the well-known SAT and ACT exams. The Florida University System is expected to approve the Classic Learning Test (CLT) soon as acceptable for admission to state schools. 

Students deal with mental health issues during back-to-school season

School is back in session and along with the stress of getting back into the swing of going to classes, some students are also dealing with anxiety and other mental health issues. 

Number of unvaccinated kindergartners rises in Florida, parental anxiety over vaccines

The number of unvaccinated kindergartners in Florida is on the rise, as experts wonder if COVID-19 vaccine concerns have impacted parents' decisions regarding other vaccinations.

These 8 states will make free school breakfast and lunch permanent

Several other states are considering similar changes and congressional supporters want to extend free meals to all kids nationwide.

LEGO Braille Bricks, meant to help children learn, now available to anyone

The bumps on each brick are arranged to correspond to the numbers and letters in the Braille system, with the printed version of the symbol or letter printed below the bumps.

Over 200 New College of Florida students move into local hotels due to air quality concerns on-campus dorms

With the first day of classes just a week away, many New College of Florida students spent Sunday morning moving their belongings into their assigned dorms on campus, but some found themselves checking into hotels.

Polk Education Association holds class action grievance hearing over broken A/C units at schools

The Polk Education Association held a class action grievance hearing with district leaders Friday with dozens of schools dealing with broken or malfunctioning air conditioning units.

Air conditioning issues at Hillsborough County schools keep HVAC technicians busy

Fourteen Hillsborough County public schools had their air conditioning units replaced or renovated over the past few months, but the district acknowledged its HVAC technicians have responded to A/C problems at various schools so far this year. 

Students receive school supply donations from Amazon and Macy’s

Students have almost had a whole week back in the classroom. But with inflation, it can be challenging for families and teachers to make ends meet and prepare for the new year.

Just Elementary students transition into new schools after closing

The start of a new school year also meant a transition to a new school for students who previously attended Just Elementary School.

Richard Corcoran among three finalists for New College of Florida president

New College of Florida officials on Thursday interviewed three final candidates vying to become the school’s next permanent president, including current Interim President Richard Corcoran.