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Floridians can give input on the state's new science ed standards during a listening tour this week

Some education advocates worry the subject of climate change will be phased out of Florida's science standards during the updating process.

WMNF 88.5 Published 11 hours ago

School vouchers in Florida are making empty promises to Children with disabilities to attend private schools

A recent report found that school voucher programs in Florida aren’t as accessible as they claim to be for children with disabilities.

The Hernando Sun Published September 27

The Panama Pipeline: How Four Players Are Powering Saint Leo Soccer

ST. LEO — The nation of Panama is known for its canal. But, it turns out the Central American country has a pipeline — straight to Saint Leo University. With […]

Tampa Bay Beacons Published September 27

After parent outcry, Pinellas school board open to changing closure plan

St Pete Catalyst Published September 26

State awards Eckerd search-and-rescue program $364,811

Eckerd College Search and Rescue has received $364,811 in state funding for new equipment and dock improvements, including engine replacements, hull repairs and dock pilings. State Rep. Linda Chaney advocated for the appropriation, which Gov. Ron DeSantis approved as part of…

Osprey Observer Published September 26

Middle School Named In Honor Of Educator Kenneth R. Otero

A new middle school under construction in Wimauma will bear the name of a longtime Hillsborough County Public Schools leader whose career spanned nearly four decades. On September 1, the Hillsborough County School Board voted to name the new campus Kenneth R. Otero Middle School.…

The Hernando Sun Published September 26

Saint Leo Remains Silent on D’Ambrosio Allegation

Nearly three weeks after Saint Leo University fired former St. Leo Mayor Vincent “Mike” D’Ambrosio for cause, the university is still declining to reveal what exactly prompted his termination. D’Ambrosio, […]

Florida scientists are raising funds to rapidly respond to invasive plant pests and diseases

As the continuously warming climate allows plant pests and diseases to spread further and wider, a researcher says Florida gets about one new pest or plant disease every month.

Education commissioner tells districts to remove sexually explicit books before parents complain

Commissioner Henry Mack wants school districts to cross-check the DOE’s official list of removed books with their own list of instructional materials and library books for review.

St Pete Catalyst Published September 25

St. Petersburg College launches its own police department

The force will work in collaboration with Campus Security.

I Love the Burg Published September 24

The Dreams Abroad Scholarship is sending adults to Spain for a six-week immersive learning experience

Ready to live in Spain, learn a new language, and advance your career? If you are a mid-career professional and U.S. citizen looking to improve your Spanish to further your […]

St Pete Catalyst Published September 24

Parents push back against Pinellas school closures

Some parents wondered if Sexton Elementary was chosen for closure because of the YMCA's interest in acquiring the land.