When Ms. Shaunte Jemison of Re-imagine Communities set out to transform Phillis Wheatley Elementary’s media center and create a community art project, she had no idea just how impactful this initiative would become.
Despite being sheathed in reflective gear and stationed in what should be the safest part of the street, Streetsblog reported that as many as 73 crossing guards were struck between 2012 and 2022 in New York City.
From Staff Reports The Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is the ninth-largest district in the United States and the fourth largest in Florida. It serves more than 206,000 students at 202 schools. …
Judge Cooper’s ruling follows an Aug. 24-27 trial stemming from a May lawsuit filed by parents from seven counties alleging Governor DeSantis’ order unconstitutionally bars school boards from …
HB 379 is a 2023 law that prohibits phone use during instructional time, prohibits access to certain websites on school networks, and requires instruction to use social media responsibly.
It is not just about teaching children how to communicate—it’s about equipping them with the tools to understand their world, express their emotions, solve problems, and build meaningful relationships.
Grants may be awarded in three areas: freshwater resources field study, water conserving landscape projects or water conservation community/school awareness campaigns
From St. Johns River Water …
2 million low income children at risk of food insecurity as Florida is poised to pass up millions in federal food assistance
From Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
The state of …
After a fall or hit to the head, even if you're not sure a concussion happened, youth athletes should not return to their game until they've been evaluated by a medical professional
From …
One published literature review concluded that a student's backpack should have a maximum weight of no more than 10-15% of the student's body weight
From AdventHealth
Our children's safety …
In 31 states, public schools use the previous year’s enrollment numbers to determine the current year’s funding, which makes it easier to soften the financial blow when enrollment declines. Florida is not among the 31 states.
More than 60 schools will compete for titles in 14 different events. Over 1,000 students will showcase their science, technology, engineering, and math expertise at the annual OCPS Super STEM Saturday event at Apopka High School.
Educators across Florida 4-H have incorporated space science into their STEM lessons, with youth learning about how agriculture collides with engineering in this innovative industry.
This three-year research project aims to kickstart a new industry that could boost Florida’s economy while benefiting its environment and coastal communities. Here's how.
