Parents express concerns over summer school
With summer school just two weeks away, parents who enroll their students in the Orange County School District’s extended school year say re-opening procedures have not been clear enough.
Orange County parents express concerns over summer school
In Orange County, parents are waiting to learn what summer school will be like amid a coronavirus pandemic.
Osceola County releases back to school plan
Osceola County has become the first school district in Central Florida to release a reopening plan that gives students three choices for the fall.
Reaction following DeSantis school reopening announcement
The head of Central Florida's largest school district is reacting to the announcement Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed on Thursday that he wants schools to reopen at full capacity in August.
Interest growing in community colleges during pandemic
College dreams have been put on hold by many due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, many students are turning to local community colleges as an alternative to the traditional university.
FEA releases school recommendations for 2020-21 year
The next school year is now just three months away, but there are still many unknowns. Now, the Florida Education Association has outlined their recommendations on how to approach the year.
Parents sound off as Orange County plans how to reopen for next school year
More than 100,000 parents responded to a survey from Orange County Public Schools, soliciting input on how to approach the next school year.
Graduation ceremonies set at Daytona International Speedway
Plans are underway for students in Flagler County to drive across the finish line at Daytona International Speedway to celebrate their graduation.
President pushing to reopen schools
President Donald Trump wants schools across the country to reopen as soon as possible.
Students may have to retake AP exams due to technical glitch
Some students are having issues submitting Advanced Placement exam responses after the exams had to be administered virtually.
Orange County surveys parents on reopening of schools
School districts are still trying to determine when and how to reopen classrooms to children. Orange County officials have sent out a survey to get feedback from parents.
Head Start program planning for social distancing
School districts are trying to determine what classes will look like in the fall and that also includes Head Start planning. Head Start is an early childhood comprehensive program for low-income students ages 3 to 5. If students return to the classroom at the Head Start program, the youngsters won't have to social distance or wear masks officials have said.
Parents considering continue homeschooling after pandemic
Could homeschooling become a popular option for parents after the coronavirus lock down? A survey by a school choice advocacy group shows 40% of participants favor homeschooling moving forward.
Challenges of remote learning for children with disabilities
Remote learning is particularly difficult for students with special needs and their parents.
Rollins College makes cuts to budget, staffing
Colleges are having to make tough decisions during the coronavirus pandemic. Rollins College, in Winter Park, announced it has had to slash $16 million dollars from its annual budget. Meanwhile, Valencia College, Orange County's community college system, has seen enrollment grow.
Schools weigh remote learning against social distancing in class
School districts across the state are discussing remote learning compared to the possibility of returning to classrooms in the fall while observing social distancing.
Students helping parents with distance learning as tutors
Home-schooling has been a challenge for parents who don't feel completely prepared for this era of distance learning. Now, a group of high school seniors is helping out as tutors.
Teachers learning to adapt to distance learning just like students
While students are practicing distance learning, teachers are behind the scenes planning lessons that adapt to the new way of conducting class.
Future of education could change
One governor has suggested that distance learning could be the future model of education. Could the same happen in Florida?
Start of next school year could be delayed
While there is less than a month left in the school year, some districts are considering distance learning over the summer and fall. The 2020-21 school year could also be delayed, starting after the Labor Day holiday.