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Robinson Welcomes New Spanish Teacher Nancy Berg

After 27 years of teaching in Hillsborough County, Spanish teacher Nancy Berg is beginning her first year at Robinson High School. She brings decades of experience teaching Spanish and a passion for helping students connect with other languages and cultures. Before coming to Robinson, she taught at Plant City for...

Hillsborough County, FL · 10-05

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Pinellas schools holding more talks this week on school closures

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Pinellas County Schools leaders are scheduled this week to discuss additional school closures. On Tuesday morning, officials will gather at a workshop to discuss potential school closures on the table for next year. Superintendent Kevin Hendrick is recommending the board close seven schools and repurpose...

Pinellas County, FL · 10-05

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Pinellas school board race pits collaborative approach against push for change

Soon after Pinellas superintendent Kevin Hendrick released his proposal to close seven schools, the two candidates for the district’s remaining unsettled school board seat took to Facebook.

Pinellas County, FL · 10-05

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Pasco Schools and Tampa Bay Lightning Launch ‘Beyond the Game’ To Honor Coaches

Pasco County Schools has teamed up with the Tampa Bay Lightning to create Beyond the Game. The program celebrates coaches who make a difference for their students. All sports count. It started this school year. Four school board meetings will feature honored coaches throughout the year. This effort builds on...

Pasco County, FL · 10-06

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Polk County, FL · 10-05

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Florida student-athlete heart screening requirement prompts low-cost testing program in Tampa Bay

Florida · 10-06

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Orange County Schools Face Capacity and Budget Pressure as Enrollment Shifts

Regency Christian Academy — Reported Private School Enrollment. Orange County Public Schools is confronting a planning problem as enrollment falls: the district has closed seven campuses and is weighing whether further closures may be needed, while 45 schools are operating below 65% capacity. At the same time, private-school enrollment in the county has grown by roughly 8,000 students since 2022. The figures, based on Florida Department of Education data, were reported by the Orlando Sentinel.

Orange County, FL · 10-04

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Pasco Superintendent Legg Sees Potential Windfall for District in Big Beautiful Bill Provision

Pasco County Schools is moving early to capitalize on a new federal tax credit that could funnel additional money into tutoring and other programs for public school students. Superintendent John Legg told School Board members on Sept. 22 that the district has been working for months to determine how it can benefit from the Education Freedom Tax Credit, a provision of the Republican-backed tax and spending package signed by President Donald Trump last year.

Pasco County, FL · 10-03

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Tavares Graduate Serenity Fields Earns Spot on USF 2027 Winter Guard

For seven years, Serenity Fields dedicated herself to color guard. Now, the Tavares High School graduate is taking that passion from Lake County to the University of South Florida, where she has earned a spot on USF’s 2027 Winter Guard team. Serenity began color guard in sixth grade and...

Tampa, FL · 10-04

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Seniors Shine as Eagles Strike Cobras By 30

SPRING HILL – On Friday, the Hudson Cobras (0-6) came to town seeking their first win of the season, but the Springstead Eagles (3-3) parlayed an explosive offense and an opportunistic defense into a 36-6 victory at the Eagles Nest. Senior wide receiver Braxton Leal hauled in a pair...

Spring Hill, FL · 10-03

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Independent high schools see rise in grades and morale, study finds

The big story: High school students who attend campuses with independent governing boards, such as private and charter institutions, have reported a rise in positive feelings toward their schools and an uptick in grades, according to a recent study.

Florida · 10-02

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Florida Polytechnic student achievement

Just days ago, university leaders unveiled stunning plans for an $87 million Student Achievement Center. The massive, three-story ultramodern hub will feature a dramatic curved roofline and a sweeping glass façade. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.

Tampa, FL · 10-02

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Hillsborough officials question finances of D-rated charter school

The big story: When Florida Connections Academy, a virtual charter school, presented its improvement plans this week, Hillsborough County School Board members had questions. As required by state law, any charter school receiving a D or F grade must present before the school board. Last year, the school that serves around 6,000 students, received a D. Its leaders spoke of their efforts to serve a high percentage of special needs, English Language Learner, Black/African American and economically disadvantaged students.

Hillsborough County, FL · 10-01

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Free Afterschool Meals Coming To 56 Pasco County Campuses

LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. — Pasco County Schools announced Wednesday that 56 local campuses have been approved to serve meals after the final bell rings for the 2026-27 school year. The service runs under the federal Child Care Food Program’s Afterschool Meals Program. Its main purpose is to...

Pasco County, FL · 09-30

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Bright Futures scholarship test score requirements increase for 2028

Florida high school juniors must earn higher standardized testing scores to qualify for Bright Futures scholarships starting in 2028. The Florida Department of Education increased SAT score requirements by up to 20 points, alongside adjustments for ACT and CLT exams. Guidance counselors recommend students focus on essays and comprehensive planning...

Florida · 10-01

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The SAT Stress: When College Prep Takes Over

Juniors and seniors at Plant High School are preparing to take the early SAT and are facing a significant workload. In contrast, seniors are currently applying to colleges with scores they are either satisfied with or seeking to improve. Many Florida students strive to perform well on standardized exams such as the SAT and ACT to increase their chances of college admission and eligibility for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program.

Tampa, FL · 10-02

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Tampa Bay High School Football Week 6 Standouts: Rylen Dutka, Chayse Brown Lead Top Performers

Week 6 across the Tampa Bay area featured a school-record passing performance, multiple shutouts and several individual defensive efforts that helped swing dist

Tampa, FL · 09-30

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Pasco schools see promise in federal tax credit scholarship plan

The big story: Pasco County school district officials have high hopes for the tax credit scholarship program the federal government is launching in January. They see the program — which critics have opposed as a way to redirect more tax money into private education — as an opportunity to bring more money into the public school system for before- and after-school academic programs serving needy students.

Pasco County, FL · 09-30

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Florida high school football Super 10 polls: Lake Wales new Class 4A No. 1

Death, taxes ... and chaos in Class 4A. Turnover has been a certainty in the Class 4A rankings, and it isn't stopping this week. Lake Wales moves into the top spot in the USA Today Florida Super 10 poll. The Highlanders received six of nine first-place votes. Since losing to...

Florida · 09-30