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High School Principal George Kenney Hypnotized His Students, Then 3 of Them Died. Inside the Mysterious Case

Dr. George Kenney was not a licensed therapist but used hypnosis on more than 70 people

North Port, FL · 3d

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Sarasota schools rated ‘high performing’ by state

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sarasota County Schools have again been named an Academically High-Performing School District for 2025–26 by the Florida State Board of Education, a designation that recognizes strong academic results, compliance with class-size rules and solid financial practices. In addition to the districtwide honor, 17 district-managed schools...

Sarasota County, FL · 11h

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'You don't let bullies win.' Sarasota teacher will fight for her license at formal hearing

Sarasota history teacher Liz Ballard plans to fight back against allegations of harassing a conservative middle school student, and will seek a formal hearing at the state level, she told WUSF. District documents and interviews show the case centers on a middle school boy who talked in class about beating...

Sarasota, FL · 21h

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'Taste of Venice High' gives delicious experience

VENICE — Students in the AICE program at Venice High had the opportunity last month to hone their writing skills with real world practice thanks to a collaboration between the English department, the culinary classes, and local restaurants.{/span}

Venice, FL · 13h

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President emeritus of Ringling College to receive Visit Sarasota County’s inaugural Florida Cultural Coast® Award

Recognition to take place during Indicators & Insights Summit on Nov. 19 at Art Ovation Hotel. “After decades of making creativity synonymous with our region’s identity,” Larry Thompson, president emeritus of the Ringling College of Art + Design, will receive Visit Sarasota County’s inaugural Florida’s Cultural Coast® Legacy Award,” Visit Sarasota County has announced.

Sarasota County, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay Times

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Florida’s evolving public education system needs fact-based discussion | Column

I have tremendous respect for Pinellas County School Board member Laura Hine’s commitment to public service, her passion for serving our community’s children and her desire to improve Florida’s public education system. But her recent column, “Is unregulated capitalism the best way to educate Florida kids?,” frames the issue too starkly. Florida’s education system is changing rapidly, and the questions surrounding these changes are too nuanced and consequential to be reduced to a choice between traditional public education and “unregulated capitalism.”

Florida · 12h

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Pasco board backs plan to close Fox Hollow Elementary, revamp nearby schools

It’s official: Fox Hollow Elementary in Port Richey will close at the end of the school year, with its students reassigned to one of three other nearby campuses. Pasco County school board members on Tuesday approved the closure as part of an effort to use space more efficiently amid declining enrollment. Districts across the state and nation face similar challenges as families have more choices for where to send their children.

Port Richey, FL · 3d

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School Alert: Pasco County Schools

Update: Pasco Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the suspect who sent the screenshot is out of state. There are no known threats to any Pasco County Schools. PSO investigates all threats we’re made aware of. If you are aware of a potential threat, do not share it on social media. Tips regarding threats can be reported by calling the Pasco Sheriff’s Crime Tips Line at 1-800-706-2488 or online at http://PascoSheriff.com/tips.

Pasco County, FL · 2d

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Mold reported at Pinellas elementary school; district denies workers' comp claims despite illness

Four classrooms were relocated after mold was reported at a Pinellas County elementary school, and teachers say that despite reporting sickness, their workers' compensation claims keep getting denied. According to the Pinellas County School District, 10 Pre-K and autism spectrum disorder classrooms at Bardmoor Elementary in Seminole were tested for...

Pinellas County, FL · 3d

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Student-Run Suncoast Credit Union Branch Opens at Kirkland Ranch Academy in Wesley Chapel

WESLEY CHAPEL — Students at Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation have a new opportunity to gain real-world banking experience through a student-run Suncoast Credit Union branch on campus. The branch, established through a partnership with Suncoast Credit Union, gives students hands-on experience with financial transactions, customer service and workplace...

Wesley Chapel, FL · 2d

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Approx. 150 teachers impacted by Pinellas County school closures; teachers association requests next steps

LARGO, FLORIDA — As families prepare for upcoming school closures and consolidations in Pinellas County, attention is turning to another group facing uncertainty: teachers. Monday night, human resources staff with Pinellas County Schools said about 150 teachers will be impacted by five school closures to come. Now, the Pinellas Classroom Teachers Association is pushing for answers about how those educators will find new schools and positions.

Pinellas County, FL · 4d

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New College of Florida ranked No. 1 liberal arts college in state by Niche

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - New College of Florida said it has been ranked the No. 1 liberal arts college in Florida in Niche’s 2027 college rankings. The Sarasota college said it also ranked No. 3 among small Florida colleges, No. 9 among Florida public universities and No. 12 among Florida colleges overall.

Sarasota, FL · 3d

Tampa Bay Times

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Hillsborough votes to make school superintendent an elected role

The seventh largest school district in the country may soon have an elected rather than appointed superintendent, breaking from a norm that exists across the country. Hillsborough County voters decided the superintendent position will become elected, removing the school board’s power to hire and fire the top position that governs schools.

Hillsborough County, FL · 3d

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New STEAM lab at Leto High School opens doors to technology careers

TAMPA, Fla. — Students at Leto High School now have a new space to explore technology, get creative and develop skills that could help shape their futures. The Building Excellence Foundation officially unveiled its second COEGI Lab in Hillsborough County on Thursday, bringing state-of-the-art technology and hands-on learning opportunities to the school.

Hillsborough County, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay Times

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USF will hike some student fees for the first time in more than a decade

The University of South Florida’s trustees voted on Wednesday to increase student activity and transportation fees for the first time in more than a decade. Both increases will take effect next fall.

Tampa, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay Times

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New College approves $47M loan for USF campus transfer, existing debt

New College of Florida’s trustees unanimously voted Tuesday to take on a $47 million loan to finance the debt associated with the University of South Florida’s Sarasota-Manatee campus.

Tampa, FL · 3d

Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine

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Five Reasons I’m Thankful My Child Goes to a Hillsborough County Public School!

’Tis the season to give thanks! And if your child attends a Hillsborough County Public School (HCPS), there’s plenty to be thankful for!. So, moms, dads, grandparents, and loved ones, sit back, relax, and get ready to celebrate all the opportunities that help HCPS students discover their potential and find their paths to success.

Hillsborough County, FL · 5d

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The people who make Plant run

The people who make Plant High School run are the principal, administrators and other staff members who help keep the school functioning. The principal and administrators establish and enforce rules that help students stay on track. This structured environment thrives because students respect the school’s leadership and actively uphold its...

Tampa, FL · 4d

The Ledger

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Lakeland football turns showdown with First Academy into a rout

LAKELAND — Lakeland’s goal for the regular season was to clinch a spot in the Open Division. The Dreadnaughts, holding onto the No. 8 spot entering the game, likely clinched a top-eight finish, and made a loud statement in the process. It was as close to a near-perfect game against an elite opponent that Lakeland could expect as the the Dreadnaughts finished year another game with a running clock. Lakeland’s defense dominated from the start and the Dreadnaughts moved the ball at will en route to a 35-0 victory over Orlando First Academy on Friday night at Bryant Stadium. “Lakeland’s here to stay,” senior defensive lineman Santana Harvey said. “We’re back. It was just another day at the office, and we have to keep working, keep playing and keep doing out job at pactice.” Lakeland won’t know officially if it made the Open Division until the playoff brackets are announced at 5 p.m. on Friday on the FHSAA’s YouTube channel. The performance was a fruition of what Lakeland was building toward all year, beginning with its season-opener against Venice. “We kind of schedule for moments like this,” Frazier said. When we played Venice, that was like a misery stick for

Lakeland, FL · 7d

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Lakeland, Raines and Venice move into Open Division after Week 11

The MaxPreps rankings overhauled the Florida high school football Open Division once again with its latest rankings. Lakeland, Raines and Venice all moved into the Open Division after Week 11, while The First Academy, Cardinal Newman and Cardinal Mooney dropped out. St. Thomas Aquinas, Columbus, West Boca, Chaminade-Madonna and Miami...

Venice, FL · 4d