Pursuit of perfection: John Hopkins All Children's Hospital trains with simulation, 3D technology
The Center for Medical Simulation and Innovative Education is designed to give doctors and nurses learning experiences in a truly immersive atmosphere but with mock patients.
The Center for Medical Simulation and Innovative Education is designed to give doctors and nurses learning experiences in a truly immersive atmosphere but with mock patients.
Student loan repayments: White House to extend pandemic pause through Aug. 31
U.S. student loan payments were scheduled to resume on May 1 after being halted since early in the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. student loan payments were scheduled to resume on May 1 after being halted since early in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Book bans: The 10 most challenged titles in school libraries
The American Library Association says book-ban attempts are spiking, and the most targeted titles were by or about Black or LGBTQ individuals.
The American Library Association says book-ban attempts are spiking, and the most targeted titles were by or about Black or LGBTQ individuals.
$10.5 million grant to help expand apprenticeships in Tampa Bay area
Some new options are coming for Tampa Bay workers looking to change careers or grow their skill set with the help of $10.5 million in grant money from the state of Florida.
Some new options are coming for Tampa Bay workers looking to change careers or grow their skill set with the help of $10.5 million in grant money from the state of Florida.
Tampa PD pilot program aims to help local teens land summer jobs
The Tampa Police Department launched a new pilot program Monday that aims to open doors for teens across the city hoping to land summer jobs.
The Tampa Police Department launched a new pilot program Monday that aims to open doors for teens across the city hoping to land summer jobs.
Local mom helps kids guide their future through 'Shamrck'
A local mom wanted to help kids map out their future, and she's providing guidance through a website called "Shamrck."
A local mom wanted to help kids map out their future, and she's providing guidance through a website called "Shamrck."
Pasco school officials ending bus routes for middle, high school students within two-mile radius of campus
Starting in the fall, thousands of students in Pasco County who currently take the bus will need to find another way to get to school.
Starting in the fall, thousands of students in Pasco County who currently take the bus will need to find another way to get to school.
100 food service employees needed to feed students in Manatee County
Students often look forward to lunchtime, but a staffing shortage is putting a strain on the food service employees who dish up school lunches in Manatee County.
Students often look forward to lunchtime, but a staffing shortage is putting a strain on the food service employees who dish up school lunches in Manatee County.
LGBTQ advocates sue state of Florida, DeSantis over law on gender identity, sexual orientation in education
LGBTQ advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis to block a new law prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Kindergarten through third grade.
LGBTQ advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis to block a new law prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Kindergarten through third grade.
Sarasota County school guidelines on gender issues under review as new law is signed
Meanwhile, Hillsborough County Schools, which was also called out by Gov. DeSantis at the bill signing Monday, says it supports parents and students and does not have a policy that "states otherwise."
Meanwhile, Hillsborough County Schools, which was also called out by Gov. DeSantis at the bill signing Monday, says it supports parents and students and does not have a policy that "states otherwise."
Gov. DeSantis signs bill prohibiting gender identity, sexual orientation instruction in grades K-3
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the "Parental Rights in Education Act" into law during a visit to Classical Preparatory School in Spring Hill. The bill bars instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity for young public-school students.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the "Parental Rights in Education Act" into law during a visit to Classical Preparatory School in Spring Hill. The bill bars instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity for young public-school students.
University announces first-ever masters degree in 'Happiness Studies,' will cost students $17,700
Centenary University's 'Happiness Studies' program will educated leaders committed to the 'cultivation of wellbeing.'
Centenary University's 'Happiness Studies' program will educated leaders committed to the 'cultivation of wellbeing.'
Pinellas School Board clarifies public commenting rules
The Pinellas County School Board is changing its public commenting rules by tightening the policy and clarifying what is allowed during public input meetings.
The Pinellas County School Board is changing its public commenting rules by tightening the policy and clarifying what is allowed during public input meetings.
Gov. DeSantis signs ‘curriculum transparency’ bill allowing parents access to selecting instructional material
A Florida bill that would place 12-year term limits on county school-board members and lead to more scrutiny of school library books and instructional materials was signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
A Florida bill that would place 12-year term limits on county school-board members and lead to more scrutiny of school library books and instructional materials was signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
USF president-elect could get quick confirmation by BOG
The Board of Governors appears poised to quickly confirm the appointment of Rhea Law as the next president of USF.
The Board of Governors appears poised to quickly confirm the appointment of Rhea Law as the next president of USF.
New school expected to alleviate overcrowding in southern Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County Schools gave the public its first look at a new school under construction in the southern part of the county, as the district races to keep pace with the area's population explosion.
Hillsborough County Schools gave the public its first look at a new school under construction in the southern part of the county, as the district races to keep pace with the area's population explosion.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill requiring financial literacy course as graduation requirement
Gov. DeSantis signed a bill unanimously passed by lawmakers, which will require high school students in Florida to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate. The course will include lessons on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file your taxes.
Gov. DeSantis signed a bill unanimously passed by lawmakers, which will require high school students in Florida to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate. The course will include lessons on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file your taxes.
Florida teacher pay increase in state budget will be approved, governor says
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday he's signing off on $800 million in this year's budget to raise minimum teacher pay and increase the salaries of veteran teachers in Florida.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday he's signing off on $800 million in this year's budget to raise minimum teacher pay and increase the salaries of veteran teachers in Florida.
Elementary students, local artist to team up on new mural in Palm Harbor
An art project in Pinellas County is putting the paintbrush in the hands of elementary students.
An art project in Pinellas County is putting the paintbrush in the hands of elementary students.
US education secretary delivers message of support to Florida LGBTQ students after controversial bill passes
In another clash between President Joe Biden’s administration and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona spoke with LGBTQ students to say the federal government supports them — even if the governor does not.
In another clash between President Joe Biden’s administration and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona spoke with LGBTQ students to say the federal government supports them — even if the governor does not.