New College of Florida offers course in ‘Woke’ movement

New College of Florida is set to offer a course on the 'Woke' movement in January 2025, marking a significant shift in its curriculum. The course, described as addressing the movement as "a kind of cult," comes after recent changes to the school's leadership aimed at steering it in a conservative direction. Led by comedian Andrew Doyle, the class is part of a broader statewide trend pushing back against diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in education.

Pinellas School Board honors former superintendent with building name

The Pinellas School Board has officially named a new leadership center in Largo after former superintendent Mike Grego, recognizing his contributions to enhancing educational leadership and improving high school graduation rates in the district. Alongside this honor, the board also named a new early learning and child care center after retired educator Bette Ra Ivey and designated a K-8 school merging two elementary schools in Largo as Walsingham Oaks K-8 School.

New College of Florida offers course in ‘Woke’ movement

New College of Florida is introducing a course on the 'Woke' movement for the first time in its history, set to commence in January 2025. The course, taught by conservative commentator Andrew Doyle, critiques the movement as “a kind of cult” and aligns with recent changes in the college's leadership towards a more conservative agenda.

Pinellas School Board honors former superintendent with building name

The Pinellas School Board has honored former superintendent Mike Grego by naming a new leadership center after him, recognizing his decade-long contributions to the district. Additionally, the board named a new early learning and child care center after retired educator Bette Ra Ivey. These actions highlight the board's commitment to honoring impactful leadership within the community.

School threats carry consequences, Florida reminds students, parents

Florida's education officials are reminding students and parents of the severe consequences of making threats against schools, following a series of incidents this fall. The Orange County school district has rolled out an online training course to ensure understanding of the state's zero-tolerance policies regarding such threats. Education Commissioner Manny Diaz emphasized that all threats will be taken seriously and may lead to arrest, restitution, or expulsion.

School threats carry consequences, Florida reminds students, parents

Florida is reminding students and parents that school threats carry serious consequences. The state is emphasizing the importance of responsible behavior and the potential legal ramifications of making threats, even if they are not intended to be taken seriously. This message comes as authorities see a rise in school threats, highlighting the need for awareness and education about the severity of such actions.

Floridians aim to keep party politics out of public education

Floridians are prioritizing public education over party politics, as evidenced by their decisions in recent elections, where they rejected hyper-partisan school board candidates and approved local-option taxes for school funding. This shift indicates a broader concern for education that transcends political affiliations in the state.

Legg picks insider for second-in-command post of Pasco schools

John Legg has appointed Betsy Kuhn as the new deputy superintendent for Pasco County schools, emphasizing a commitment to gradual improvements rather than drastic changes. Kuhn, who has a strong background in the district, will work closely with Legg to enhance operational stability and student academic performance.

Legg picks insider for second-in-command post of Pasco schools

John Legg has appointed Betsy Kuhn as the deputy superintendent of Pasco County schools, signaling a commitment to gradual improvements rather than a complete overhaul of the district. Kuhn, who has been with the district since 2010, aims to maintain operational stability while focusing on enhancing student performance.

Floridians aim to keep party politics out of public education

In a recent election, Floridians demonstrated a commitment to keeping party politics out of public education, rejecting partisan school board elections and favoring local-option taxes to enhance school funding. Education leaders highlighted that voters across party lines prioritize educational issues over political affiliations, indicating a collective interest in improving Florida's public education system.