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How Can Young People Learn New Skills Through the Internet?
From online courses and tutorials to virtual internships and online testing facilities, there are so many ways through which young people can learn new knowledge and skills through the internet. more
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The Kelly Park School and three others in the Apopka area received "A" grades from the Florida Department of Education.
Orange County Public Schools earns an “A”
Three Apopka schools (Kelly Park, Wolf Lake Elementary, and Wolf Lake Middle) received "A" grades, as did Zellwood Elementary. Apopka High School received a "B" grade, while Wekiva High received a "C". more
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Students at West Defuniak Elementary School in Defuniak Springs.
State officials predict Florida K-12 enrollment will continue to grow
Enrollments in Florida schools decreased by 6% in the fall of 2020 during the pandemic. While they have begun to increase, they remain 3% below their prior level. more
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Century Tower at the University of Florida.
Presidential searches taking off at three Florida universities
University of Florida and Florida A&M University announced candidates to tap as interim presidents following resignations by both institutions’ leaders, while Florida Atlantic University will kick off its second presidential search since its most recent president left in 2022.  more
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The first two weeks of practice are the hardest as the body acclimatizes.
Sports in extreme heat: How high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of practice, and the warning signs of heat illness
Studies have found that the greatest risk of heat illness occurs in the first two weeks of team practices, while players’ bodies are still getting used to the physical exertion and the heat. more
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Colin Poon received recognition from OCPS Board Member Melissa Byrd for his ideas about making sun safety part of the curriculum.
Apopka High graduate becomes Central Florida Student Leader
Colin Poon, a 2024 Apopka High School graduate, was not only recognized by Orange County Schools for bringing sun-safety education to the attention of OCPS but also by Bank of America as a student leader. more
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Goodwill offers jump start on back-to-school deals for students and school personnel
Students and educators can show a valid school ID at checkout to get a 10% discount on purchases. The special “Teachable Moments” deal runs until Sunday, July 28th. more
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Unlike videos, audiobooks require greater use of the imagination.
Want to spur your child’s intellectual development? Use audiobooks instead of videos
According to research, kids demonstrate less curiosity, self-control, and emotional stability when their screen time surpasses one hour daily. more
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National parks teach students about environmental issues in this course
Visitation numbers at national parks continue to rise each year. Most of my students have been to at least one or two national parks and are exposed to their increasing presence on social media. more
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OCPS wants parents to register in Transportation Services portal
Orange County Public Schools is looking for help from families planning to use transportation services for the 2024-2025 school year. more
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A paleontologist wears a T-shirt showing Strophodus rebecae, a shark species with flat teeth that lived millions of years ago.
‘Jaws’ portrayed sharks as monsters 50 years ago, but it also inspired a generation of shark scientists
After “Jaws,” shark research quickly went mainstream. The American Elasmobranch Society was founded in 1982. Graduate students lined up to study shark behavior, and the number of published shark studies sharply increased. A paleontologist wears a T-shirt showing Strophodus rebecae , a … more
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Take charge of your health with a trip to the Mediterranean (Diet) this summer
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses. Current classes/events are listed on our events calendar. more
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Florida districts are closing traditional public schools as charters, etc., lure students
School vouchers apply state funding to cover, or assist in covering, the education of students if their parents choose to send them to a nontraditional public school, including charter or home schools. more
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John Arthur, a teacher at Meadowlark Elementary in Salt Lake City, Utah, testified before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, June 20, 2024. (Screenshot from committee webcast).
‘Extremely low pay’ cited at U.S. Senate hearing as prime reason for teacher shortage
For the 2023-24 school year, a whopping 86% of K-12 public schools in the country documented challenges in hiring teachers, according to an October report from the National Center for Education Statistics. more
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Different Ways of Writing in Multiple Languages: Advantages and Challenges
In this article, we'll talk about the good things and the hard parts of writing in multiple languages. Read on and also learn tips for improving language skills in writing. more
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Pre- and post-pandemic data show Florida students declined in math proficiency.
Survey of children’s well-being places Florida in the bottom half of states
Four categories — economic wellbeing, education, health, and family and community — factor into the ranking, including data on teen birth rates, children living in poverty, single-parent families, and children whose parents lack secure employment.  more
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Worried about the summer slide? UF/IFAS experts share options to fuel young minds
There are plenty of ways to engage kids at any age during these lazy summer days, say University of Florida experts. Here are a few ideas to keep your youth engaged while fueling their minds. more
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How to Tackle the Most Common Obstacles in Your Educational Journey
In this article, we'll explore some of the most common obstacles students face and provide practical strategies to overcome them. more
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Launch of the NASA Space Shuttle Atlantis, for the final space shuttle mission STS-135, on July 8, 2011. Center for Space Agriculture and Biotechnology Research and Education program (SABRE), IFAS and NASA collaboration.
UF and partners launch Space-Edge Accelerator to promote space business development
The University of Florida is working with several universities to launch a new space-focused business accelerator. more
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And just like that... Pop-Up plant classes starting in June from UF/IFAS
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses through workshops, publications, and mass media in the areas of family life, youth development, natural resources, horticulture, and agriculture. more
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Apopka resident writes open letter to Gov. DeSantis
Rod Olsen is a former HOA President of Rock Springs Ridge and an Apopka resident who wrote an open letter to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis urging him to make policy changes in schools and in teaching history that concern him. more
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Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Opportunities of a Career in Freight Brokerage
In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the myriad opportunities that a career in freight brokerage offers, highlighting the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of this dynamic field. more
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Schools have reported increases in student misbehavior in recent years.
Florida’s school safety dashboard helps parents and teachers address root causes of bullying, fighting and other misbehavior
The dashboard includes all public K-12 schools in Florida and over 50 indicators of school safety – ranging from fights and weapons to school bus crashes. more
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Florida teacher salaries sink in national rankings to #50
New data released shows Florida’s average teacher pay dropped from being ranked #48 in the nation last year to #50 in the latest study. more
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Investing in Yourself: Practical Techniques for Personal Growth and Success
Here are some practical techniques you can use to invest in yourself, cultivate your skills, and achieve greater success in all areas of your life. more
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