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In Orange County Public Schools, over 1,400 students are absent and unaccounted for

From Staff Reports The Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is the ninth-largest district in the United States and the fourth largest in Florida. It serves more than 206,000 students at 202 schools. …
Teacher Vanessa Rosario greets students outside of iPrep Academy on the first day of school, Monday, Aug. 23, 2021, in Miami-Dade County. Schools opened with a strict mask mandate to guard against coronavirus infections. AP Photo/Lynne Sladky
State cannot enforce its mandate against school mask mandates
Judge Cooper’s ruling follows an Aug. 24-27 trial stemming from a May lawsuit filed by parents from seven counties alleging Governor DeSantis’ order unconstitutionally bars school boards from …
Students from Crescent City Jr./Sr. High School get their feet wet while learning about the lakes of their area.
Could your students use $2,000 for hands-on learning? SJRWMD’s Blue School Grant Program Sept. deadline
Grants may be awarded in three areas: freshwater resources field study, water conserving landscape projects or water conservation community/school awareness campaigns From St. Johns River Water …
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Second Harvest Food Bank calls Central Floridians to action: Sign petition; urge Florida to take $820M federal assistance to feed children in need
2 million low income children at risk of food insecurity as Florida is poised to pass up millions in federal food assistance From Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida The state of …
A high school or university American football player playing in an outdoor football field. He is carrying a football running.
Unmasking the 'invisible injury': Knowing concussion signs saves lives
After a fall or hit to the head, even if you're not sure a concussion happened, youth athletes should not return to their game until they've been evaluated by a medical professional From …
Studies show an association between school backpack use and back pain among children; prevention tips
One published literature review concluded that a student's backpack should have a maximum weight of no more than 10-15% of the student's body weight From AdventHealth Our children's safety …
Anxiety may affect many more children than usual this fall.
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How parents can help kids deal with back-to-school anxiety
Here are steps parents can take to help reduce their kids’ back-to-school anxiety and encourage a better start to the fall term.
Rodney McFadden and his daughter Journee
I Know Nothing
Faith & Inspiration By Rodney McFadden, Senior Religion Teacher at Forest Lake Academy The rain beat against the window in the dark hospital room. My wife, hours before, had just delivered little …
Orange Co. reports COVID positivity rate tripled past 3 weeks; Mayor Demings strongly recommends mask wearing indoors
Emergency rental assistance is still available to residents who are behind in rent due to the pandemic. Eligible residents may receive help to pay 12 months of past due rent and 1 month of future …
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Florida's Uncertain Road Ahead with Billy Napier: Week 10 Misery Index Peak
In 2019, Napier sparked controversy when he suggested that scholarship players donate $50 to the athletic department's fundraising arm. This proposal, although ultimately clarified as merely a suggestion, ignited conversations around the culture he was trying to cultivate.
School Alert Systems: Critical Features
Reliable school alert systems and effective training in safety protocols create a culture of safety in schools. This culture fosters quality teaching and learning and demonstrates administrators’ commitment to staff and student safety.
Got an itch for justice? Law in Apopka, Florida could be your calling!
Choosing law in Apopka isn't just about getting lost in books and fighting battles in courtrooms. It’s also about striving to secure justice--advocating for clients with determination, and making waves in your local community. 
Ethical Foundations in Numeracy Education: Nurturing Responsible Mathematicians
This article delves into the ethical dimensions of numeracy education, exploring the principles, challenges, and best practices that underpin the cultivation of mathematical ethics in the classroom.
Heartland Haven Ranch of Apopka announces its 1st Annual Fall Festival
All proceeds benefit the Heartland Haven Foundation and its mission to provide Equine Therapy for emotional healing to those in need.