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School shooting threats break out in Florida; districts, sheriffs issue warnings
Violent threats against schools have been reported in districts around Florida, including Seminole, Broward, Duval, Madison, Leon, Taylor, Levy, Columbia, and Sarasota counties.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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9/15/24
Fall Vegetables and Buzzworthy Gardens highlight UF/IFAS classes in October
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses through workshops, publications, and mass media in the areas of family life, youth development, natural resources, horticulture, and agriculture.
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From UF/IFAS
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9/12/24
OCPS approves budget/millage rate for 2024/25
After a public hearing, the school board voted unanimously to approve the millage required to support the final budget for the school year 2024-25.
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From Orange County Public Schools and Staff Reports
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9/11/24
Hispanic Heritage Month highlights September in Orange County
Now is also the perfect time to taste the unique flavors of our community during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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9/5/24
Kelly Park School and Zellwood Elementary receive Apple Distinguished School designation
Schools apply and are selected for this distinction based on their commitment to continuous innovation in education and their use of Apple products to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning.
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From Orange County Public Schools
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8/28/24
Goodwill Industries of Central Florida celebrating "Goodwill Scholars" success stories
“Goodwill Scholars” is a new employee scholarship program that fully pre-pays all costs related to education, including tuition, books, and fees. Here's how it works.
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From Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
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8/26/24
Report: Florida facing a serious teacher shortage
Florida TaxWatch has released a new report showing that Florida's teacher salaries rank 50th in the nation and school districts are struggling to fill vacancies.
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By Andrew Powell, The Center Square
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8/26/24
A third of the world’s population lacks internet connectivity − airborne communications stations could change that
Telecommunications equipment positioned high in the air, on uncrewed balloons, airships, gliders and airplanes, could increase social and economic equality by filling internet connectivity gaps. This could allow more people to participate fully in the digital age. An experimental aircraft like this solar-powered …
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By Mohamed-Slim Alouini, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and Mariette DiChristina, Boston University
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8/26/24
Florida Board of Education spells out performance grades for voluntary pre-K
Voluntary prekindergarten, created in 2005, is designed to serve that function at no cost to families. Instructors must hold at least a state-issued teaching credential.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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8/25/24
Parents can still pay for theme park passes using state scholarship money
As in the past, authorized purchases include paddle boards, televisions, and theme park admission for Florida parks such as Disney World, Sea World, Universal, and Legoland.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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8/20/24
FEA: Teacher and support staff vacancies stand near 10,000 statewide
According to Florida TaxWatch, the shortages persist as fewer people enter the profession. Pew Research says 21% of bachelor’s degree graduates in the United States in 1970-1971 were in education. That number in 2019-2020 was 4%.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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8/18/24
Florida TaxWatch analyzes Florida’s teacher shortage as the 2024-2025 K-12 school year begins
In Florida’s FY2023-24 state budget, education was one of the largest consumers of taxpayer dollars; however, a teacher shortage prevents these funds from being effectively utilized.
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From Florida TaxWatch
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8/15/24
Fall Gardening highlights September classes at UF/IFAS
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses through workshops, publications, and mass media in the areas of family life, youth development, natural resources, horticulture, and agriculture.
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From UF/IFAS
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8/15/24
Byrd: "State leaders should commit to place education funding at the top of the priority list"
Byrd: "Raising the beginning teacher salary was a good start but when beginning teachers are making the same as 10-year veterans, that is a problem."
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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8/14/24
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Portrait of a Graduate: Byrd discusses the future plans of Orange County Public Schools
Byrd: "I believe we will see more flexibility in high school scheduling options, more early exposure to career options in the younger years, more hands-on learning, and more school/work experience opportunities."
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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8/13/24
Four new schools are planned for the Apopka area in 10-year OCPS capital plan
Melissa Byrd is more than just a member of the Orange County School Board—she’s a tireless advocate who has turned her passion for education into a mission to create lasting change.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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8/12/24
Orange County is taking Back to School pedestrian safety seriously
Kids should be focused on getting good grades, not surviving getting to and from school. There’s a lot going on when kids get dropped off and picked up, so everything around them needs to focus on safety.
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From the orange County Newsroom
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8/12/24
U.S. Education Department to gradually roll out new FAFSA form by Dec. 1
Senior department officials said states and schools have told them that no financial aid will be determined before the system opens for all students in December.
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By Shauneen Mirando, Florida Phoenix
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8/11/24
Welcome back to school, Orange County students
Every day counts for academic success! In this article, you'll find important enrollment information, tips, suggestions, and resource links.
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From Staff Reports and Orange County Public Schools
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8/11/24
Legislative clarification may be needed on school safety law, commission says
The school safety commission indicated that clearer intent and potential exemptions may be needed from the Legislature for the law, which went into effect this summer.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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8/7/24
Welcome back to school, Orange County students
Demings: "In addition to the sweltering heat, parents, teachers, and students are preparing for the start of a new school year. I encourage you to take full advantage of Florida’s 2024 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday through August 11th."
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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8/1/24
New classical teaching certificate likened to school choice for teachers
Professional educator certificates, the main credential for Florida teachers, require proof of general and subject-area mastery, which the department verifies through subject-area examinations.
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By Jay Waagmeester
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7/31/24
OCPS excited for another year of “Meals at No Charge”
This initiative emphasizes OCPS's commitment to ensuring that every student has access to nutritious meals that support their health and academic success.
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From Orange County Public Schools
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7/29/24
Florida schools won’t return to pre-pandemic enrollment in next 10 years, economists forecast
The student enrollment forecast from the Office of Economic and Demographic Research predicts that 12,379 fewer students will attend public schools during the 2024-25 school year.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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7/28/24
Orange County Public Schools earns an “A”
Three Apopka schools (Kelly Park, Wolf Lake Elementary, and Wolf Lake Middle) received "A" grades, as did Zellwood Elementary. Apopka High School received a "B" grade, while Wekiva High received a "C".
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From Orange County Public Schools and Staff Reports
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7/24/24
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