Anthem warning: The principal of Lely High School in Naples is threatening to eject students at all school-sponsored sporting events if they don't stand for the national anthem. In a video announcement last week, Ryan Nemeth said: "You will stand, and you will stay quiet. If you don't, you are going to be sent home, and you're not going to have a refund of your ticket price." Thursday, Collier County school officials said Nemeth's remarks were taken out of a context, and that he regrets what he said. WBBH. WINK. Naples Daily News. In Orange County, school officials say students need a parent's permission to kneel during the anthem. WDBO.

Director retiring: A day after a state audit is critical of the Leon County School District construction projects, the chief of construction announces he is retiring. Jim Connell's last day is Sept. 30. Tallahassee Democrat.

School spending: The Duval County School Board delays a vote on the budget until Monday. Discrepancies on salaries and the revenue to cover them cause the postponement. Florida Times-Union.

Makeup days: Pinellas County students won't have to make up the days lost to Hurricane Hermine. District officials have decided there's enough time built into the schedule for schools to absorb the loss of two days. Gradebook. (more…)