Homeschooling sees increase in Central Florida
Homeschooling in Florida, particularly in the Central Florida area, has seen a significant increase in popularity in recent years. Joette and Lilian Pearl join Good Day Orlando to talk about the benefits to homeschooling.
One-on-one with Osceola Schools superintendent
Students are preparing to return to the classroom for the 2025–26 school year. Ahead of their return, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt spoke with Dr. Mark Shanoff, Superintendent of the School District of Osceola County, about what to expect in the year ahead.
Education commissioner threatens sanctions against Alachua School District over free speech
Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation.
Touring Orange County's newest elementary school
FOX 35's Chris Lindsay gives us an inside look at the newest elementary school in Orange County. Luminary Elementary School is located in the Lake Nona area. The school will be one of the last newly constructed schools to open in Orange County for at least five years because of a recent pause introduced for new construction.
Florida teacher fired over student nickname dispute to keep license in agreement with state
A former Brevard County teacher who lost her job after using a student’s preferred nickname is now eligible to return to the classroom.
FULL | Gov. DeSantis holds education roundtable in Tampa
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held an education roundtable discussion on Wednesday morning in Tampa. DeSantis was joined by Florida Department of Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas and Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia.
Florida Gov. DeSantis speaks on teacher vacancies
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held an education roundtable discussion on Wednesday morning in Tampa. He was joined by Florida Department of Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas and Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia. At the event, DeSantis announced that teacher vacancies in the state are down 17.7% in the 2025-2026 school year.
Florida’s school voucher surge draws fire from public education advocates
As Florida’s new state budget channels more money toward private and charter schools, public school advocates are sounding the alarm about the future of public education — warning that already-strained classrooms could suffer further setbacks.
Federal budget cuts hit after-school programs
Federal budget cuts are hitting after-school programs hard, with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida facing a $250,000 funding gap in July alone.
Florida public schools report card released for 2024-25: Local districts ranked
Florida public schools improved in 2024-25, with 70% earning A or B grades.
Funding for Florida's education department
On Monday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed off on a slimmed down $115.1 billion budget. The 2025-2026 budget comes in less than the 2024-2025 budget, which was $117.46 billion. The budget will impact funding for schools, and school districts are saying the money allocated isn't enough. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the latest details.
DeSantis announces Commission for Public Higher Education
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a new higher education accreditor for the Sunshine State called the Commission for Public Higher Education. DeSantis says the new accreditor will ensure that colleges and universities meet and maintain academic quality and operational excellence on behalf of their students. The commission will include six public university systems that will focus on academic excellence, student outcomes, process efficiency and the pursuit of quality assurance for public post-secondary education.
FULL | Gov. DeSantis speaks in Boca Raton at FAU
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in Boca Raton. At the event, Ron DeSantis announced a new higher education accreditor for the Sunshine State called the Commission for Public Higher Education. DeSantis says the new accreditor will ensure that colleges and universities meet and maintain academic quality and operational excellence on behalf of their students.
Dr. Albert Mosley named Bethune-Cookman University’s next president
Bethune-Cookman University has announced the selection of a new president.
Budget for new school year could mean cuts, increased class sizes
School districts across Central Florida say they’re facing uncertainty over how much state funding they will receive next school year, as lawmakers approved a sweeping education budget without clearly specifying how dollars will be divided between public schools, charter schools, and private voucher programs.
Rep. speaks on colleges focusing on American students
Florida colleges and universities are making a big change when it comes to recruiting international students. Valencia College says it's because of the new immigration policies in the United States. U.S. Rep. Randy Fine joins Good Day Orlando to share his thoughts on the change.
Florida colleges focus on American students
Florida colleges and universities are making a big change when it comes to recruiting international students. Valencia College says it's because of the new immigration policies in the United States. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish shares more details.
Disney World donates $500,000 to Florida school programs, surprises teachers with free park tickets
To celebrate the end of the school year, Walt Disney World recently donated $500,000 to help fund education programs in Florida, as well as surprised local teachers with visits from a special character and free theme park tickets.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on revising tenure at universities
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on Wednesday afternoon at the Florida Education Commissioner's Summit in Miami, Florida. At the event, DeSantis said that higher education has lost its way and spoke out about revising tenures at universities.
Santa Ono blocked from UF presidency amid DEI backlash
Santa Ono, former University of Michigan president and a prominent academic leader, was blocked from becoming the next president of the University of Florida after a 10-6 vote by the state university system’s Board of Governors.