UCF eliminates face mask requirement
Face coverings are still encouraged.
'I want the knowledge': 78-year-old woman graduates from Alabama university
It was a big day for one 78-year-old woman who finally graduated with her bachelor's degree.
With state takeover looming, Hillsborough school district gets $100M bailout
Just days before the state’s deadline, superintendent Addison Davis announced Monday that the district is receiving $100-million in federal COVID relief money that can be used to stabilize the budget and avoid a state financial takeover.
Masks likely optional in Pasco schools next year
The Pasco County School District has set an end date for their COVID-19 mask mandate. The order requiring students, staff, and visitors to wear face-coverings will go away at the end of the day on May 28 – two days after the end of school.
2 women kidnapped by Boko Haram terrorists graduate from Southeastern University
Tens of thousands of young people across Tampa Bay are graduating this time of year. But perhaps none have stories as amazing or terrifying as Joy Bishara and her cousin Lydia Pogu, who just graduated from Southeastern University in Lakeland.
Nova Southeastern University drops COVID-19 vaccine requirement, citing new state law
Nova Southeastern University will no longer require students and staff to get the COVID-19 vaccine in order to return to campus this fall, citing a new Florida law that only allows for voluntary vaccination programs.
Members of class of 2020 finally walk in graduation ceremony 1 year later
Hundreds of Polk State College students finally got their diplomas at a graduation ceremony at the R.P. Funding Center in Lakeland on Thursday.
All Florida public universities expected to be full capacity this fall
The State University System of Florida announced that all 12 public universities in the Sunshine State can return to pre-pandemic operations for academics, social activities, and sports.
DC 16-year-old who graduated high school early makes decision after being accepted to 14 colleges
A D.C. 16-year-old is graduating high school early and is getting ready for college -- and he's already decided what school he'll be attending this fall!
Gov. DeSantis signs bills on literacy, early learning
One bill signed into law would establish the Division of Early Learning within the state’s Department of Education.
Teen to become youngest USF graduate
Four brothers from Apollo Beach became University of South Florida Bulls early. The youngest enrolled at age 14 after graduating early from high school. At ceremonies this Saturday, he’ll be the youngest graduate, at 17.
Hillsborough schools superintendent agrees to improve his performance
The Hillsborough County School Board and Superintendent Addison Davis agreed Tuesday on a plan for Davis to improve his performance from harsh criticism from some employees.
Some Black parents say pandemic remote learning has shielded students from racism in classroom
Many Black parents are finding another benefit to remote learning beyond avoiding potential COVID-19 infection: being better able to shield their children from racism in classrooms.
Norwegian Cruise Line to celebrate teachers with free cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line is giving away free 7-night cruises to 100 teachers to award them for their passion and dedication.
Sarasota Eagle Scout earns ever possible merit badge from Boy Scouts of America
Owen joined the Wolf Scouts in second grade. He's now a 16-year-old Eagle Scout and he's earned every merit badge possible. Since 1912, less than 500 scouts than out of 110 million have accomplished that feat.
Technology Playground at St. Pete College encourages public to dream, think and create
People of all ages are encouraged to dream without limits and discover what’s possible at St Pete College’s Innovation Lab.
Masks may soon become optional for students, staff at Manatee County schools
Masks could soon be added to the list of items not required in Manatee County schools.
COVID slide raises questions for kids with learning disabilities
Kids and parents have struggled to keep students up-to-date on their school work during a year of pandemic closures and online learning. Experts say children with learning disabilities have been hurt the most.
12-year-old boy genius graduates from high school, college in same year — and he’s already started 2 companies
A 12-year-old North Carolina boy graduated from high school and college all in the same year. Oh, and that’s not all — he’s also running two start-up companies that he founded.
Park Elementary School employee charged with abusing 2 pre-kindergarten students in ESE class
Highlands County deputies arrested Cynthia Lee Heiss, 38, a paraprofessional at Park Elementary School in Avon Park, after they say she abused two children at the school.