This Florida school district will require teachers to wear panic button
Lake County Schools teachers are required to wear a panic alert system called CENTEGIX. It's essentially a panic button attached to a lanyard worn around their neck. This school year, it will automatically sync with the emergency system used by law enforcement, Fusus.
Interim presidents tapped to fill vacancies at UF, FAMU
Interim presidents have been named to two State University System of Florida vacancies. The University of Florida and Florida A&M University presidents recently announced their resignations.
Florida law enforcement cracking down on drivers who don’t stop for pedestrians
Law enforcement across Central Florida is patrolling to be sure drivers yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
2 Central Florida schools begin extended academic year
Two Central Florida schools are evaluating the pros and cons of an extended school year.
University of Florida President Ben Sasse resigns in light of wife's declining health
The University of Florida President Ben Sasse has announced his departure from the school due to his wife's recent health issues.
Brevard County testing year-round school calendar
Challenger 7 Elementary School in Cocoa is starting a new year-round school calendar on July 22, 2024. They are the first in the county to test out the schedule. Brevard County school board member Megan Wright explains.
Legal team calls UF punishment of protesters unusually harsh, unwarranted, and unconstitutional
A First Amendment group says the University of Florida’s punishment of a pro-Palestine protester was unusually harsh, unwarranted, and unconstitutional.
Target announces back-to-school and college savings deals
Target has announced several back-to-school deals. Here’s what’s included.
Oak Ridge High School Class of 1974 giving scholarships to 2024 graduates
Oak Ridge High School Class of 1974 is giving back by donating $17,500 to 2024 seniors who plan to attend college after graduation.
Family suing Brevard County School District
The family of a 13-year-old who was bullied at Edgewood Junior Senior High School is suing the Brevard County School District alleging the school didn't do enough to stop the bullying.
Groundbreaking for Orange City Elementary School
One of Volusia County's booming towns needs a new elementary school. Plans are underway for a new Orange City Elementary School that will makeover the historic school.
Teachers union unhappy with insurance spike
The Orange County School District is offering a 9% salary raise - but the teachers union says it comes with an insurance hike
OCPS offers 'historic' salary bump for teachers
Orange County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Maria Vazquez announced Thursday a "historic" salary offer for teachers district-wide. Changes to insurance premiums were also announced at Thursday's press conference.
OCPS testing weapon detectors
Orange County Public Schools is launching a weapon detector pilot program at seven of its schools.
School shooting hoax ends in child's arrest
An 11-year-old boy was arrested after making a fake school shooting 911 call in Marion County because he didn't want to be at school that day.
Video shows teacher allegedly slap student
A Eustis middle school teacher was arrested for reportedly slapping a student inside a classroom, police said. On Nov. 17, a couple was contacted by the Eustis Middle School principal, who told them a teacher, Ute Galloway slapped their child across the face in front of other students, arrest records show.
Drivers ignoring stopped school buses
Multiple drivers are seen on video driving past a stopped school bus in Orange County
FOX 35 visits Pine Crest Elementary
FOX 35 visited Pine Crest Elementary in Sanford to talk to fourth-graders about how reading and writing play crucial roles in the broadcast industry.
Volusia school district considers rezoning
Major changes could be coming for thousands of Volusia County students and their families as district officials consider re-zoning due to overcrowding issues.
Teacher apprenticeship program approved
The Florida State Board of Education approved the Teacher Apprenticeship program allowing applicants to train in the classroom while learning from experienced teachers. The experience will lead to a bachelor's degree and a professional educator certificate.