The Board OK’d the move unanimously for a second time, despite a still-pending lawsuit alleging that the public college violated Florida’s Sunshine Law during its first vote in September.
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State funding diverted to private school vouchers increased from 12% for the 2021 school year to 24% for the 2025 school year, according to data from the Florida Policy Institute, an Orlando-based nonprofit whose mission is to support equitable access to health care, education, housing and jobs.
“The Dawkins exemplify servant leadership. Their advocacy focused on the needs of the community, and the empowerment and encouragement of others to grow and prosper,” said Mary Washington, chair of a committee formed to create a mural in the duo’s honor. The committee is hoping to raise $80,000 by New Year’s Day to support the project.
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From Buttigieg to Harris, a new poll trending across social media reveals how voters are sizing up the top Democratic hopefuls for the 2028 presidential race.
Just in time for the holidays, accountant Rachel Gregory is helping kids make sense of cents. Her new picture book, Gracie and Aero’s Wallet: Business Venture, shows children ages 4-12 how saving, planning and creativity can open doors to endless opportunity.
Technology has changed the way school works, and honestly, it’s not all bad. In many ways, it has made life easier, especially when resources aren’t always guaranteed. Instead of having to carry heavy textbooks or hoping a teacher remembers to print extra worksheets, students can access everything from laptops, Chromebooks, or even phones if that’s all that’s available. Platforms like Canvas, Clever, and Microsoft Teams help keep grades, assignments, and announcements in one place… well, most of the time.
I’ll be honest, the holidays hit differently in your forties. When I was younger, the season was full of laughter, noise, and the familiar rhythm of family, someone always cooking in the kitchen, kids running through the house, and old-school music playing in the background. Back then, joy came easy. It felt natural.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that it is formally terminating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals, ordering hundreds of thousands of people legally living and working in the U.S. to prepare to leave early next year.
Parkway Middle School continued its tradition of unity and community support with this year’s Thanksgiving Feast, bringing families together for food baskets, fellowship, and celebration. Over 200 families participated in the event, marking more than 15 years of consistent community impact.