Education
Florida ranks as top U.S. state for education. Here’s why
While the Sunshine State placed at No. 10 overall, the report lists Florida as a state with a “sizable system” of universities and community colleges. Read More.
PBSC receives $1 million for skilled trades training
Palm Beach State College is one of 10 community and technical colleges nationwide to receive Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grants to support skilled trades workforce development initiatives. Read More.
FL Board of Education to rule on bathrooms and biological sex at birth, in private schools
In what has become a contentious issue in the culture wars in Florida, the State Board of Education on Wednesday will decide on rules to cover the “Safety in Private Spaces Act,” in K-12 private schools, which would prohibit students from using bathrooms or changing facilities not assigned to their biological sex. Read More.
For second time, judge dismisses a challenge to Florida education law
Plaintiffs filed a revised version of the lawsuit, which in part said the law violates First Amendment rights and chills speech related to sexual orientation and gender identity. Read More.
New school year brings TikTok ban, restrictions on cell phone use in class
With the new school year comes new rules for how students can use cell phones and social media in class. Read More.
EXCLUSIVE: Florida Schools See Decline In Teacher Vacancies
Florida schools saw an 8% decline in teacher vacancies heading into the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year, The Daily Signal has learned. Read More.
Florida may become first state to accept a 'classical' alternative to the SAT and ACT
A weekly alert that contains in-depth news, information, insight and analysis on the most critical education related issues and topics facing Florida. Read More.
Florida Board of Education clarifies AP Psychology is safe in schools: 'No room for misinterpretation' | Fox News
A letter from Florida Education Commissioner Manny Diaz Jr. sent a letter out on Wednesday confirming that AP Psychology does not violate state laws on education. Read More.
