Education
Florida schools seek tax increases to boost teacher, staff salaries
The big story: School districts across the Tampa Bay area are finding it tougher to compete for teachers and staff than in the past, with applicants in short supply for several types of jobs. Read More.
Yes, Florida Is No. 1 in the Country for Education. Here’s Why.
Gov. Ron DeSantis and his state are no stranger to controversy in the areas of education and the economy. But this is what the data shows. Read More.
FL’s educator preparation programs may not teach ‘identity politics’ or distort historical events
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Thursday a measure restricting curricula for educator preparation programs and courses, essentially removing theories regarding systemic racism, sexism, oppression and privilege. Read More.
Palm Beach County teacher 'humbled' by nomination for worldwide award
A Palm Beach County educator is in the running for an award that involves teachers who were nominated across the world. Read More.
'Any steps necessary:' Florida officials add security at college graduations amid protests
The anti-Israel protests have spread to some Florida universities. This week more than a dozen people were arrested at Florida State, the University of Florida, and the University of South Florida. Read More.
Teacher union report: Average Florida teacher salary slips to 2nd-lowest nationally
Despite billions invested, average teacher pay continues to slip in national rankings. Read More.
Forbes names University of Florida to 'New Ivies' list
'This new recognition underscores UF’s commitment to being both elite and practical.' Read More.
Police make first arrests in Florida of pro-Palestinian protesters at two university campuses
Police and state troopers arrested nine pro-Palestinian protesters late Monday who had occupied a campus plaza on the University of Florida for days. They were among the first college arrests in Florida involving national protests on campuses against Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. Read More.
Florida Ranked Among Top States For Students Studying Finance
A new study has revealed the best states for students interested in pursuing a financial career, such as stocks and trading. Florida emerges as a top location for finance students, with three of the top ten universities. Read More.
Florida Prepaid College Tuition Plan open enrollment deadline Tuesday
Open enrollment for the Florida Prepaid College Tuition Plan ends Tuesday. The 35th anniversary of the savings plan began Feb. 1 with prices the lowest in 10 years. Read More.
Florida will fight Biden’s Title IX rule change, calls it ‘attempt to gaslight the country’
Florida plans to fight the U.S. Department of Education's new Title IX rules that were released last week. Read More.
‘The inmates run the asylum:’ DeSantis criticizes pro-Palestine protests in college campuses
Gov. Ron DeSantis said during a press conference Monday that pro-Palestinian student protesters should be expelled from their universities, and that those who are international students should have their visas canceled. Read More.
Two Palm Beach County schools squeaked into Top 100 in national rankings. See the full list
Nine Palm Beach County schools ranked in the top 2,000 schools nationwide, and another 10 were listed in the top 5,000 schools. Read More.
Public school enrollment in the U.S. slipping as alternatives gain support
The share of children ages 5 to 17 enrolled in public schools fell by almost 4 percentage points from 2012 to 2022, an NBC News analysis of Census Bureau data found. Read More.
Tallahassee Community College will have a new name and a new look this year
Tallahassee Community College (TCC) will soon be known as Tallahassee State College. Read More.
