News across Greater Orlando

OCPS partnership expands arts and literacy opportunities for students
Orange County Public Schools students will get new opportunities to read, create, and experience live theater during the 2026-27 school year through a collaboration between the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools and POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance (PSC).

Incoming Orange County school board chair says new directive to remove books ahead of complaints will not alter OCPS practice | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Newly elected chair Angie Gallo says OCPS has a “robust policy” in place and is in compliance with state law.

Find the right fit for your child at the Osceola School District Choice Fair November 19!
Every student’s path is different — and the School District of Osceola County’s Choice Fair, taking place Thursday, November 19, from 5–7:30 p.m. at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, is […]

Nuevo programa de especialista en cuidado facial de Northbridge University
Kissimmee, FL – ¡El jueves 25 de septiembre, Northbridge University, en el Recinto de Kissimmee, celebró la ceremonia de corte de cinta y la casa abierta del programa de Educación…

Florida’s proposed science standards sideline evolution and climate change
The Florida Department of Education released its first comprehensive rewrite of science learning standards in nearly two decades, with the last one adopted in 2008.

Tavares High Pilots Hands-On IT Training Program
Two Tavares High School seniors are getting a head start on careers in information technology through a new Career and Technical Education program designed to give students real-world experience before graduation. Tavares High was selected as the pilot school for the CTE…

If Florida ends school rules for vaccines, a new study predicts a wave of measles nationwide
The disease was declared eliminated from the US in 2000, but outbreaks have increased in recent years as vaccine skepticism rises.

Seminole County school tests wearable panic button for campus emergencies
It was part of a code red drill in which staff members are testing a wearable device designed to speed up emergency responses. The system is already in several Florida districts, including Hillsborough and Pinellas.

Seminole County school tests wearable panic button for campus emergencies
It was part of a code red drill at Choices in Learning Elementary Charter School in Winter Springs, where staff are testing a new wearable crisis alert button designed to speed up emergency responses.

Starting the School Year at Montverde Academy with Spirit Through the Decades
Submitted by Montverde Academy On Wednesday, September 16, the first pep rally of the school year brought students and faculty together for an afternoon of music, games, friendly competition, and plenty of school spirit. Sponsored by the Arts and Athletics Leadership Committee…

OCPS reduces school bus fuel use amid gas price hike
With diesel prices averaging a little over $6 a gallon in Orlando, Orange County Public Schools is taking steps to reduce how much fuel its transportation fleet uses.

COUNCIL'S CORNER — $15,000 Spectrum Beyond the Build Buen Vecino Learning Lab Digital Education Grant
COUNCIL'S CORNER — $15,000 Spectrum Beyond the Build Buen Vecino Learning Lab Digital Education Grant Wendy Coschignano-ford Thu, 09/24/2026 - 07:50