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

As the school year begins, many Florida families are navigating stress, anxiety, and mental health challenges. With youth depression on the rise and parents reporting high levels of stress, organizations like Florida Blue are stepping up to offer guidance, support, and community resources. more

Services includes school physicals, vision and hearing screenings with referrals for glasses, basic  dental services, activities, games, giveaways, and more.  more

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

Despite being sheathed in reflective gear and stationed in what should be the safest part of the street, Streetsblog reported that as many as 73 crossing guards were struck between 2012 and 2022 in New York City. more

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. … more