Tag: Florida
Gwinnett Co. will not offer AP African American Studies
Georgia's largest school district decided to cancel the course following a decision from the state superintendent not to fund it.
Arts funding still on hold across Florida
A veto in Florida left fine arts groups without funding, but 2 festivals said they'd sacrifice their money for the good of culture in the Sunshine State.
Restitution for a century of Fla. reform school abuse
Final justice and financial restitution come to men who are now old and were abused as boys at the Dozier School for Boys.
Meteorologist speaks up about Fla. climate law
New laws in Fla. cancel policies that help companies and public officials protect residents and the environment from climate change.
K-3 teachers who ‘Say Gay’ in Fla. may lose license
The Florida State Board of Education approved a rule that could take licenses away from K-3 teachers who violate a new state law.
Hurricane Nicole lays waste to Florida coast
Just a few short weeks after Hurricane Ian's destruction, Hurricane Nicole made landfall Thursday, bringing its own destructive storm surge to beaches.
Hurricane Ian closes schools in Florida
Hurricane Ian threatens Florida's gulf coast this week. Several counties are being evacuated and schools shut down.
Tom Brady’s fitness program pilots in Florida schools
The NFL quarterback's fitness program is being tried in 10 schools just outside Tampa Bay. How important is the science?
Banned Books Week, Sept. 18-24, 2022
Banned Books Week has new significance this year, as everyone in education, from teachers to school boards, hears about inappropriate books.
Tragic Covid-related deaths in Florida’s Polk Co.
Despite deaths from Covid among school staff members in Florida, Gov Ron DeSantis continues to penalize school officials who want mask mandates.