Following Governor Ron DeSantis’ directive to recruit and maintain high quality teachers in areas of critical concern to our students, Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran today announced that the Florida Department of Education allocated $15.8 million in federal funds to incentivize teachers with proven records of success to serve at Florida’s most fragile “D” or “F” schools. [Read more…] about Commissioner Corcoran Identifies $15.8 Million to Recruit and Retain High-Performing Educators for High-Need Schools
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State University System holds summit on campus resiliency
More than 100 academic, administrative, and student affairs leaders from the 12 state universities gathered in Gainesville last week at a summit to examine the impact of a major campus emergency on a university’s educational delivery system. [Read more…] about State University System holds summit on campus resiliency
Senator Randolph Bracy Paves Way for Consideration of Racial & Ethnic Impact Data in Florida Senate
State Senator Randolph Bracy (D-Ocoee), with the support of Senate President Bill Galvano (R-Bradenton), is pleased to announce a partnership between the Florida Senate and Florida State University’s College of Criminology & Criminal Justice to analyze racial and ethnic impacts of proposed legislation. [Read more…] about Senator Randolph Bracy Paves Way for Consideration of Racial & Ethnic Impact Data in Florida Senate
Florida Makes Monumental Improvement in School Grades
Over 2,000 schools earn “A” and “B” grades
The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) today issued 2018-19 school and district grades, marking the 20th anniversary of school grades. [Read more…] about Florida Makes Monumental Improvement in School Grades
Terrence Curran Named New Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services
Dr. Terrence Curran has accepted the University of North Florida’s offer to become the new associate vice president of Enrollment Services. [Read more…] about Terrence Curran Named New Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services
Statement of Commissioner Richard Corcoran in response to the principal at Spanish River High refusing to call the Holocaust a fact
The Florida Education Commissioner today condemned the Spanish River High School Principal William Latson’s refusal to call the Holocaust a fact. [Read more…] about Statement of Commissioner Richard Corcoran in response to the principal at Spanish River High refusing to call the Holocaust a fact
Two FAMU Faculty Members Take Top Honors At Art In Gadsden Exhibition
Two Florida A&M University (FAMU) faculty members took top honors in the 31st Art in Gadsden Exhibition. [Read more…] about Two FAMU Faculty Members Take Top Honors At Art In Gadsden Exhibition
FAMU Installs Lucy Moten School Historical Marker
Florida A&M University (FAMU) President Larry Robinson, Ph.D., and FAMU Developmental Research School alumni gathered for an all class reunion will hold a ceremony to install a state historical marker for the Lucy Moten Elementary School building at 1 p.m., Friday, July 12, 2019. [Read more…] about FAMU Installs Lucy Moten School Historical Marker
OneJax Sandy Miller Metrotown Institute Hosts Teen Diversity Leadership Program
The OneJax Institute at the University of North Florida is now accepting applications from teens entering grades 9 through 12 to participate in its Sandy Miller Metrotown Institute, a four-day program that promotes respect and understanding across the differences of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, socio-economic status and ability. [Read more…] about OneJax Sandy Miller Metrotown Institute Hosts Teen Diversity Leadership Program
FAMU’s Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative Announces Pensacola Community Forum
Florida A&M University (FAMU) and the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) will host the third community forum as part of its mission to educate and inform the state’s diverse communities about medical marijuana. [Read more…] about FAMU’s Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative Announces Pensacola Community Forum