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After reading the proposed update, school board members questioned what incremental might mean, and speculated on the possible results if the charters refused to negotiate. The law, after all, sets forth that the Schools of Hope charters may use the sites “at no cost.”
Florida lawmakers are considering three bills that could significantly change the state's public education system. One proposed bill would require teachers to swear a loyalty oath, which the Florida Education Association opposes. Another bill seeks to repeal a law that allows charter schools to use under-utilized district property at no cost.
Florida education leaders are proposing tighter rules for "Schools of Hope" Charter Schools after critics said the program created chaos and panic in districts across the state.
The State Board of Education on Wednesday took up a report that showed the greatest needs for teachers in areas such as exceptional student education, math and English.
The "Schools of Hope" law permits charter schools to “co-locate” within public school buildings, but parents and public school advocates are voicing strong opposition to recent proposed rule changes by the state Department of Education.
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Florida to join federal education tax-credit program starting in 2027
DeSantis announces participation during School Choice Week event at Grace Christian.
Gov. DeSantis is expanding "school choice" funding for students and families across Florida by opting the state into an education tax credit.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced additional funding for state colleges, universities, and private nursing schools to help address Florida’s growing nursing shortage.
Florida education commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas didn’t mince words after the U.S. military captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Jan. 3.