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High School Graduation Rate Continues to Climb in Florida
According to the Florida Department of Education, For the 2017-18 school year, the graduate rate rose to 86.1, up almost 4 percent from last year and up 17.1 percent from 2010, the year before Scott took over in Tallahassee.
Ron DeSantis Taps Richard Corcoran for Education Commissioner, Jared Moskowitz for Emergency Management
Incoming Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Thursday that he was turning to the two prominent legislators to help his new administration.
Florida DEO Takes Part in National Apprenticeship Week
The DEO joined leaders in business, labor and education to promote apprenticeships, as they prepare a highly skilled workforce to meet the talent needs of employers across diverse industries.
Education Commissioner Pam Stewart Makes November ‘Family Engagement in Education’ Month
Family Engagement in Education Month not only brings awareness to the crucial role of parents and families, it provides schools and communities the opportunity to show appreciation to those who support student success at home and school.
Florida State Board of Education Keeps Pam Stewart as Commissioner
State Board of Education Chairwoman Marva Johnson praised Stewart for her efforts.
Pam Bondi Launches School Safety App for Students
Bondi joined up with Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Rick Swearingen and Florida Department of Education Commissioner Pam Stewart to unveil Fortify Florida on Monday.
Florida College System Foundation Readies Scholarships for Healthcare, First Generation Students
At the State Board of Education meeting at the end of last week, Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart presented Florida College System Chancellor Madeline Pumariega with more than $1 million to help first-generation college students and students interested in healthcare.
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Kicks Off Across Florida
During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item, and clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item.
