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According to the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, juvenile arrests in the state have dropped by 75% over the past two decades.
Report: Florida locks up hundreds of youth for non-criminal violations
A new report shows Florida holds one of the nation’s highest populations of incarcerated youth, with more than a third confined for nonviolent offenses. Advocates say the state’s reliance on detention for probation violations and minor infractions undermines reform efforts proven effective elsewhere. more
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Florida’s school choice experiment is failing our children
Florida leaders call the state a national model in education because of its school choice program. But with dismal academic rankings, near-bottom teacher pay, and a voucher system that tilts the scales toward private schools, the reality is far from a success story. more
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Apopka High School
Immigrant rights advocates to press Orange County School Board after ICE-related hold-secure near Apopka High
Immigrant rights advocates are calling on the Orange County School Board to take urgent action after a traffic stop near Apopka High School led to five detentions by ICE and a campus lockdown on August 15th. more
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The impact of public education extends beyond teaching kids their ABCs and how to use a globe.
Why America still needs public schools
Efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, slash funding, and redirect taxpayer money toward private schools threaten the foundation of America’s public education system. more
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Apopka High School
Addition Financial Credit Union opens student-run branch at Apopka High School
Addition Financial and Orange County Public Schools celebrated the grand opening of a student-run credit union branch at Apopka High School, the 12th of its kind in Central Florida. The program trains students to operate the branch, providing real-world financial and professional experience. more
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Orange County Head Start program helps families build a strong beginning to school
As the new school year begins, Orange County Head Start is welcoming over 1,500 children to classrooms across 23 locations. The program provides early childhood education, health screenings, and family support services to ensure children are ready to learn and families are equipped to help them thrive. more
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Florida report highlights principals as key to student success
A new Florida TaxWatch report emphasizes that strong principals can add the equivalent of three extra months of learning for students each year. But with teacher shortages, low pay, and difficult working conditions, principals face steep challenges in building and sustaining high-performing schools. more
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Wekiva High School
OCPS celebrates AP achievement record-breaking year
Orange County Public Schools marked a historic milestone in 2025, with 5,640 students earning AP Scholar Awards—799 more than last year, the largest annual increase on record. The district also saw dramatic gains in AP Capstone honors, with 352 students earning diplomas or certificates, underscoring OCPS’ commitment to academic excellence and college readiness. more
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AAA calls on schools to join nation’s largest student-led safety program
As the new school year begins, AAA is inviting elementary schools nationwide to join its iconic School Safety Patrol® program, which now serves more than 679,000 students in 35,000+ schools. With fluorescent belts, badges, and structured training, patrollers gain leadership skills while helping reduce pedestrian injuries and make school zones safer. more
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Apopka High School
Last weekend to utilize tax-free days before Apopka students return to school
Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday is now permanent and lasts the entire month of August, thanks to a new law signed earlier this summer. With Orange County Public Schools starting on August 11th, Apopka families have one last weekend to stock up and save before the new school year begins. more
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Florida drivers urged by AAA to slow down and stay alert as students return to school
As the new school year begins, AAA is reminding Florida drivers to slow down, stay alert, and avoid distractions near school zones and bus stops. With increased traffic and vulnerable young pedestrians, both motorists and students must do their part to stay safe. more
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Teacher vacancies down 17% according to the Florida Department of Education
Florida’s Department of Education says teacher vacancies have dropped nearly 30% over the past two years, including a 17.7% decrease heading into the 2025-2026 school year. However, the agency has released limited data to support the claim, and its figures continue to differ from those of the Florida Education Association. more
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Apopka prepares families for back-to-school with safety tips, tax-free shopping, and youth leadership opportunities
The City of Apopka is helping families gear up for the new school year with reminders about Florida’s Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, student safety, and the Apopka Youth Council application deadline. School begins on August 11th. more
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Back-to-School Health Events in Orange County
Services includes school physicals, vision and hearing screenings with referrals for glasses, basic  dental services, activities, games, giveaways, and more.  more
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Best Foot Forward's safety awareness campaign in Apopka will be at the intersection of Jason Dwelley Parkway and Brush Drive.
Apopka launches crosswalk crackdown to enforce pedestrian safety laws on Tuesday
Drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians at marked crosswalks in Central Florida could face a $164 citation and points on their license as part of Operation Best Foot Forward, a two‑week enforcement effort. more
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Blue School Grants open to fund innovative water education projects
The St. Johns River Water Management District’s Blue School Grant Program is accepting proposals from teachers who want to connect students with Florida’s water resources through STEM‑focused projects. more
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UF/IFAS Extension Orange County offers August workshops on gardening, finances, and homeownership
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County has released its lineup of August classes. These classes offer residents and businesses opportunities to learn everything from growing microgreens and building a fall vegetable garden to managing money and buying a first home. Sessions are held online and in person, and low‑cost or free registration is available. more
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OCPS is an "A" District for the second straight year; sees growth in key performance areas
According to newly released data from the Florida Department of Education, Orange County Public Schools maintained its overall “A” rating for the 2024–25 school year. more
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Get ready for a summer reading recharge
Summer is the perfect time to power up your child’s literacy skills through playful reading activities that keep their minds active and ready for the new school year. From hopscotch with letter sounds to creating poetic rhythms and imaginary maps, these ideas make reading fun for all ages. more
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OCPS scores rise across the board in 2025 Spring Assessments
The Florida Department of Education released 2024–25 spring assessment results this week, with Orange County Public Schools posting significant gains across nearly all categories. OCPS students exceeded state averages in English, math, science, and end-of-course exams, with scores increasing or holding steady in 20 out of 21 tested areas. more
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The 2024-25 Apopka Youth Council.
Apopka Youth Council celebrates a year of civic impact and leadership
The Apopka Youth Council presented its 2025 End-of-Year Report, highlighting a year of civic engagement, environmental initiatives, and leadership development. From recycling drives to community storytelling, AYC members demonstrated how youth can drive meaningful change in Apopka. more
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Apopka advances matching grant program to support youth, seniors, and local nonprofits
The City of Apopka is moving forward with its 2025–2026 matching grant program, offering funding ranging from $500 to $5,000 for schools and nonprofits serving youth and senior citizens. more
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Summer camps highlight UF/IFAS classes in July
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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The Stone Education building on the Florida State University campus is the home of its College of Education.
Public education funding agreed to; policy still outstanding
Florida’s growing school choice program, in which state dollars can be used for private school tuition or homeschooling, has decreased public schools’ share of enrollment. more
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Originally developed as a tool to help Black children attend better schools, school voucher programs now serve a different purpose.
The evolution of school choice policies
Orange County Public Schools, the eighth-largest district in the nation, has felt the ripple effects of expanded school choice programs. more
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