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PSC Approves Suspension of Monthly Bills by Duke Energy and Florida Public Utilities in Counties Impacted by Hurricane Michael

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Citing extensive damage from Hurricane Michael, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved requests from Duke Energy Florida, LLC (DEF) and Florida Public Utilities Company (FPUC) to temporarily waive the rule that requires monthly customer bills. [Read more…] about PSC Approves Suspension of Monthly Bills by Duke Energy and Florida Public Utilities in Counties Impacted by Hurricane Michael

Gov. Scott Welcomes Students at Graceville Elementary Back to School Following Hurricane Michael

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Governor Rick Scott today visited Graceville Elementary School in Jackson County to welcome students back to class after the impact of Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Welcomes Students at Graceville Elementary Back to School Following Hurricane Michael

Florida Education Officials and Local Bookstores Partner to Help Hurricane-Impacted Schools Purchase New Books

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The Florida Department of Education, Florida Education Foundation (FEF) and independent booksellers across the state have joined together to host Re-book to Re-build: Hurricane Relief Fundraiser. A portion of sale proceeds on November 3 and 4 at participating bookstores will fund grants that will enable schools impacted by Hurricane Michael to re-stock their libraries and classrooms. [Read more…] about Florida Education Officials and Local Bookstores Partner to Help Hurricane-Impacted Schools Purchase New Books

Gov. Scott Releases Updates on Hurricane Michael Recovery in Bay County

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Governor Rick Scott was today joined by Vice President Mike Pence and Second Lady Karen Pence to receive a briefing from officials at Tyndall Air Force Base. Governor Scott, Vice President Pence and Second Lady Pence also visited the Hiland Park Baptist Church to thank first responders and volunteers, as well as meet with families impacted by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Releases Updates on Hurricane Michael Recovery in Bay County

Florida Department of Education Releases Updates on School Reopenings and Power Restoration Following Hurricane Michael

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The Florida Department of Education today provided an updated list of schools that have reopened following Hurricane Michael’s landfall October 10. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Education Releases Updates on School Reopenings and Power Restoration Following Hurricane Michael

Florida Department of Education Releases Updates on School Reopenings Following Hurricane Michael

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The Florida Department of Education today provided an updated list of schools that have reopened following Hurricane Michael’s landfall October 10. For up-to-date information on closures and to access hurricane-related education documents, visit fldoe.org/hurricaneinfo.

Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart said, “As Hurricane Michael barreled toward Florida, many of our state’s schools opened their doors and provided life-saving shelter for Florida families. My team and I remained in contact with superintendents, and once the storm had passed, our focus turned quickly to reopening efforts with the goal of ensuring continuity and providing a desperately needed sense of normalcy for Florida students. I am grateful for Governor Scott’s ongoing leadership as he has traveled the state doing everything he can to get communities fully restored.”

  • The Franklin County School (K-12) reopened today, Tuesday, October 23.
  • All Gadsden County Schools reopened Monday, October 22:
    • Carter-Parramore Academy
    • Chattahoochee Elementary
    • Crossroad Academy Charter
    • Gadsden Central Academy
    • Gadsden County High
    • Gadsden Elementary Magnet
    • George W. Munroe Elementary
    • Greensboro Elementary
    • H.O.P.E. Academy
    • Havana Magnet
    • James A. Shanks Middle
    • Stewart Street Elementary
    • West Gadsden Middle
  • The following Gulf County Schools are reopening this week, with the modifications outlined below, to serve all Gulf County students:
    • Beginning today, Tuesday, October 23, Port St. Joe Elementary is open and serving its students and temporarily Port St. Joe High School’s students. Elementary students’ classes are held in the morning, and junior and high school students’ classes are held in the afternoon.
    • Beginning Thursday, October 25, Wewahitchka Elementary is open and serving its students and temporarily Wewahitchka High School’s students.
  • All Holmes County Schools reopened Monday, October 22:
    • Bethlehem School
    • Bonifay K8 School
    • Holmes County High School
    • Ponce de Leon Elementary School
    • Ponce de Leon High School
    • Poplar Springs School
    • The GAP
  • All Washington County Schools will reopen tomorrow, Wednesday, October 24: 
    • Kate M. Smith Elementary
    • Vernon Elementary
    • Roulhac Middle School
    • Vernon Middle School
    • Chipley High School
    • Vernon High School
    • WAVE

For more information about the Florida Department of Education, visit fldoe.org.

Following Hurricane Michael, All Students in Gulf and Washington Counties Are Eligible for Free School Meals

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In response to the destruction caused by Hurricane Michael, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today announced that all students in Gulf and Washington counties are eligible for free school meals through the National School Lunch Program from now through Nov. 30, 2018, in addition to other flexibilities to best serve students. [Read more…] about Following Hurricane Michael, All Students in Gulf and Washington Counties Are Eligible for Free School Meals

Gov. Scott: VISIT FLORIDA Launches Nearly $9 Million Marketing Plan Following Hurricane Michael, Red Tide

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Governor Rick Scott today announced that VISIT FLORIDA has developed and launched an extensive new marketing campaign to highlight the Sunshine State. This multi-phased campaign includes more than $5.1 million to support the Panhandle following Hurricane Michael and nearly $3.8 million to assist the areas impacted by naturally-occurring red tide. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: VISIT FLORIDA Launches Nearly $9 Million Marketing Plan Following Hurricane Michael, Red Tide