In the face of threats, lawmakers look to enhance Jewish schools' security
When considering whether to re-enroll their children in the Hebrew Academy of Tampa Bay, several parents expressed reservations to Sulha...
Read More >Fla. Senate panel backs expanded Gardiner scholarship eligibility
The Senate Education Committee approved legislation today that would allow more children to qualify for Gardiner scholarships, which provide education...
Read More >Why Florida lawmakers are targeting last remaining virtual education restrictions
Sherrie Johnson-Ojeda knew she had to find a solution for her son Branden. The nine-year-old suffers from diabetes and was...
Read More >Fla. private school choice legislation ready for House floor
After hearing from parents, a Florida House panel approved private school choice legislation unanimously. With a few tweaks made this...
Read More >Fla. lawmakers propose opening virtual schools across district lines
A revised bill in the Florida Senate would allow students to attend virtual schools across district lines. Sponsor Dennis Baxley, R-Ocala,...
Read More >Libertarian businessman hopes to open new private schools in Central Fla.
A libertarian businessman known for his group of private nonprofit Pre-K-12 schools in North Carolina is considering opening two similar...
Read More >Florida scores well in new ranking of state charter school laws
Florida continues to score highly in the annual ranking of charter school laws in states around the country. The National...
Read More >Fla. House committee passes bill steering facilities funding to charters
The Florida House PreK-12 Appropriations Subcommittee approved a committee bill that would require school districts to split their local property...
Read More >Charter school CEOs criticize President Trump's budget proposal
The CEOs of three charter school operations criticize President Trump’s budget proposal for cuts to public education in an op-ed...
Read More >Bill expanding private school students' sports options ready for floor vote
The Florida House Education Committee unanimously passed HB 1109, allowing students at private schools to participate in sports at a public...
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