Florida Schools

The district says it's reducing its workforce by 7%.

The state department of education is working on writing rules that could narrow the scope of the new law.

Florida Senate Bill 1464 allows schools to partner with local food banks or nonprofits to recover and redistribute edible cafeteria food.

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," documentarian Boaz Dvir explained when he first heard about the late Gloria Merriex's influence and how he spent over a decade making her story come to life.

Lower birth rates and more financial incentives for parents who choose private or home school for their kids are chipping away at public school enrollment statewide.

Broward County schools officials are responding to scathing criticism from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis who suggested the state take over the district.

The Florida Department of Education says the statewide graduation rate for the 2024-2025 school year was 92.2%.

The FEA, the state's largest union representing teachers and education staff, unveiled a legislative agenda Tuesday focused on three key issues: competitive compensation, the recruitment of high-quality educators, and the protection of academic freedom.

The Florida Education Association is the state's largest teachers union.

The proposal outlines potential uses like a healthcare facility, a welcome center, and space for professional development for teachers and staff.

As districts consider closing schools, Florida's CFO calls schools some of the most wasteful spenders.

The data that can be shared with publicly-funded, privately-run charter schools can include academic histories, disability status and disciplinary records. Beyond the charter operator, the information may also land in the hands of third-party vendors, according to speakers at a recent virtual conference.