Community stands with Florida teacher who lost job
Parents, teachers and students are rallying in support of a Florida teacher who is losing her job. Her teacher contract is not being resigned for never year, because she used a student's preferred name without their parent's permission which violated state law. A petition to get the Brevard County teacher's contract renewed has more than 10,000 signatures.
Brevard School Board member speaks on misbehaving teachers
Brevard Public Schools District 4 School Board Member Matt Susin joins FOX 35 to talk about several teachers and administrators in the area not behaving appropriately. This comes after Karly Anderson, the teacher arrested after being intoxicated at a high school party in January, returned to the classroom. She returned to the classroom on Monday. However, on the same day new bodycam footage was released. The Brevard County School District then removed her from the classroom.
Florida teacher’s dismissal over use of student’s preferred name, sparks protests
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
Bill to cut college-readiness program funding advances
School districts across Florida could lose millions of dollars in funding for acceleration programs, and these cuts could have a big impact on families as their students prepare for college. The bill in the house would cut funding by 50% for programs such as advanced placement, international baccalaureate, career-technical courses and dual enrollment. The measure, along with another bill in the senate, would change how schools calculate enrollment and funding.
Orange County student brings alcohol to school
A student at Ridgewood Park Elementary School is in trouble for bringing alcohol to school today. The Orange County school district has confirmed the student shared the alcohol with other students on campus. All the students were checked out by paramedics and were OK.
School district sticks by decision after teacher loses job
The Brevard County School District says it's sticking by Florida law and not renewing a teacher's contract after she called a student by their preferred name without parental approval. The decision has sparked protests by students, but the district says there are consequences for actions.
Volunteer teaches etiquette to Central Florida youth
Jacquie Alexander has been teaching etiquette and life skills to youth at the Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida in the Pine Hills area for the past five years. Alexander joins FOX 35 with a few special guests to talk about her passion and why it's important to teach children the art of kindness.
Jones and Evans 2025 graduates receive Valencia scholarship
Every 2025 graduate from both Jones and Evans high schools in Orlando will get an opportunity to go to Valencia College for free. The school district says the scholarships are an effort to give these students more opportunities.
FOX 35 Care Force: Academic tutor Diane Revels
The FOX35 Care Force is honoring a retired teacher turned academic tutor who just can’t stay away from the classroom even as she faced the battle of her life with cancer. Academic tutor Diane Revels focuses her efforts on making sure her students meet their goals and can progress to the next grade. She retired with more than 40 years of experience, but the classroom called her back.
Community rallies in support of McNair Middle School
McNair Magnet Middle School in Brevard County is facing an uncertain future due to its low enrollment numbers. The community is prepared to discuss solutions for the school during public comment at a School Board meeting tonight.
Florida House backs 'Gulf of America' name change in schools
The Florida House passed bills renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, following a Trump directive.
Evolv: Florida school as gun tracker, weapons screener
The Volusia County Schools District is testing out a news weapons detection system called "Evolv." The school district is the first in Florida to implement the advanced security screening technology.
Volusia school district launches new weapons detection system
The Volusia County Schools District is testing out a news weapons detection system called "Evolv." The school district is the first in Florida to implement the advanced security screening technology.
Push to 'lower the stakes' when it comes to testing
On this segment of FOX 35 Classroom, we speak to parenting, education and family expert, Connie Albers, about eliminating state tests and general math anxiety.
Special parade held for Disney Dreamers Academy
A celebratory parade took place at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom today. Six Orlando-area high school students participating in the Disney Dreamers Academy were among the 100 students taking part in the event. There was also a very special guest in attendance.
Future of federal student loans and grants
Allison Slater Tate, director of college counseling at Lake Mary Preparatory School, joins FOX 35 to discuss what the future looks like for federal student loans and grants after President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order that would eliminate the Department of Education.
Florida Senate bill would tweak funding, tracking for school voucher programs
The Florida Senate has introduced a bill to tweak funding and tracking for school voucher programs.
President Trump to eliminate Department of Education
Connie Albers — award-winning author, podcaster and speaker, as well as parenting, education and family expert — joins FOX 35 to discuss how President Donald Trump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education could impact schools locally.
Trump signs order to 'begin eliminating' Department of Education
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday aiming to "begin eliminating the federal Department of Education once and for all."
Florida lawmakers move to delay school start time law for high schools
Florida lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that would shield school districts from a 2023 law mandating later high school start times.