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Full phone ban in Florida schools gets unanimous support in House committee
The House Education Administration Subcommittee unanimously supported Rep. Demi Busatta’s proposal, HB 949, to ban students from using their phones during the school day. more
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Women who got their start in the male-dominated profession 40 years ago have advice for today’s newcomers in STEM.
Trailblazing women who broke into engineering in the 1970s reflect on what’s changed – and what hasn’t
In 1970, the percentage of women majoring in engineering was less than 1%. In 1979, that number was 9%. Today, only 21% of engineering majors are women, a number largely unchanged since 2000. more
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Main Street Apopka "Paints the City Green" for Jalen Carter's Homecoming Super Bowl Celebration 
In honor of Super Bowl champion Jalen Carter, Apopka is throwing a Celebration Block Party on Saturday, March 8th, from 5 PM to 8 PM on East 5th Street (between Park Avenue and Central Avenue. more
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Apopka Woman’s Club announces its 2025 Scholarship Program
Scholarship applications are being accepted now and will be accepted until March 23rd at 5 p.m. After the committee completes the scoring process, the applicants will be contacted. more
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City Council recognizes Apopka's Future Farmers of America
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson officially proclaimed February 15th–22nd, as Future Farmers of America Week in Apopka. more
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Lovell Elementary student honored for Random Acts of Kindness Week
Congratulations to Stacey Dominguez Mendoza, a third grader at Lovell Elementary School, who was honored last Friday by Sonny's BBQ as part of the company's Random Acts of Kindness Week.  more
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Garden Festival and Plant Sale coming to UF/IFAS next month
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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Apopka's Jalen Carter a Super Bowl champion
Apopka's Jalen Carter became the third Blue Darter to win a Super Bowl as his Philadelphia Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. more
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A student concentrating and taking notes while working in a classroom with her classmates.
Federal assessments show reading and math performance drop in Florida
Florida eighth graders ranked in the bottom 10 states in reading and math, posting their lowest scores since 1998 and 1996, respectively.  more
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Florida Lottery transfers to state coffers were down 3% in 2024
Prizes added up to $6.3 billion and retailer commissions (6% of sales) totaled $571.6 million. Florida had $9.4 billion in ticket sales, ranking first among U.S. lotteries and seventh in per-capita sales. more
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Apopka's Jalen Carter will play in the 2025 Super Bowl for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Apopka's Jalen Carter set to play in Super Bowl
Apopka's own Jalen Carter continues to prove why he is one of the brightest young stars in professional football. The former Blue Darter has helped the Philadelphia Eagles reach the Super Bowl in just his second NFL season. more
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MIAMI, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 26: In this photo illustration, social media apps are displayed on an iPad on February 26, 2024, in Miami, Florida. The US Supreme Court is hearing a case on whether to give Texas and Florida significantly more control over social media platforms and their content. (Photo illustration by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Social media experts are skeptical about the power of new state laws
More states hope to rein in the harm that social media can do to teens’ mental health and privacy by approving laws that require age verification or parental consent, prohibit “addictive feeds,” or ban the apps for minors. more
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Phone ban in schools gets mostly positive feedback from administrators
HB 379 is a 2023 law that prohibits phone use during instructional time, prohibits access to certain websites on school networks, and requires instruction to use social media responsibly. more
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Foundation for OCPS opens donation page for kindergartener hit and killed by vehicle on Saturday in Apopka
Since your gift will go directly to Emiliano’s family, it is not tax-deductible, but please know it will bring comfort to his family and mother as they cope with this tragedy. more
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Apopka artists come together to help Phillis Wheatley Elementary "Build Brighter Futures"
When Ms. Shaunte Jemison of Re-imagine Communities set out to transform Phillis Wheatley Elementary’s media center and create a community art project, she had no idea just how impactful this initiative would become. more
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You want home-grown mushrooms on that pizza? There's a class for that...
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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Arizona public school teachers have been fighting for more funding for schools.
Funding public schools based on enrollment in the previous year may help keep their budgets more stable, research shows
In 31 states, public schools use the previous year’s enrollment numbers to determine the current year’s funding, which makes it easier to soften the financial blow when enrollment declines. Florida is not among the 31 states. more
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Orange County Public Schools is hiring bus drivers and mechanics
School bus drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, creating a reliable bridge between home and education. more
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Happy Birthday Orange County!
1875-1923 demonstrated the early pioneer’s determination to organize town governments. Orlando was incorporated in 1875, Apopka in 1882, Windermere and Maitland in 1885, Oakland in 1891, Winter Garden in 1908, and Ocoee in 1923. more
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A new year and a new skill: January classes at UF/IFAS include Yoga, Gardening and a Homebuyer Workshop
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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Apopka High hosting STEM contest this weekend
More than 60 schools will compete for titles in 14 different events. Over 1,000 students will showcase their science, technology, engineering, and math expertise at the annual OCPS Super STEM Saturday event at Apopka High School. more
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Florida 4-H aims for the stars with space-focused career advancement programs
Educators across Florida 4-H have incorporated space science into their STEM lessons, with youth learning about how agriculture collides with engineering in this innovative industry. more
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Wekiva Marching Band going to the Sugar Bowl Parade
In 2026, the Wekiva High School Marching Band will participate in the Allstate Sugar Bowl festivities, including a Mardi Gras-style parade with floats, bands, and a football game. more
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OCPS offers 41 magnet programs to expand educational choices
All parents and students are invited to learn more about the 41 magnet programs offered in 29 sites across elementary, middle, and high schools. more
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New Year Resolutions: Learn how to take control of your finances and buy a new home
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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