Amendment 8: A Leon County circuit judge says he is likely to decide today if proposed constitutional Amendment 8 will stay on the November ballot or be removed because it’s misleading. At a hearing Friday, a lawyer for the state said the ballot title and summary are “a fair statement” of the[Read More…]
Tag: Educational Directions
Florida schools roundup: Security plans, chief’s error, housing issues and more
School security: After Manatee County officials declined to provide more money to protect schools, the school district is now planning to hire 44 armed security guards to be stationed at county schools. Deputy superintendent Ron Ciranna says the district will tap into the state’s fund for its guardian program to pay[Read More…]
Florida schools roundup: Backlash on backtrack, choice, security and more
Backlash on discipline backtracking: Broward County school officials face a torrent of criticism after the revelation that confessed school shooter Nikolas Cruz had been referred to a disciplinary program that promotes alternatives to arrests and suspensions. Superintendent Robert Runcie had previously denied any connection between Cruz and the PROMISE program. Ryan[Read More…]
Florida schools roundup: Tax breaks, medical marijuana rules and more
House tax package: The Florida House is expected to introduce a $332.7 million tax relief package today. About 46 percent of the total – $154 million – would come in the form of credits for companies that contribute to the tax credit and Gardiner scholarship programs. Another $74.5 million would[Read More…]
Florida schools roundup: Retention, certification, district spending and more
Retention policies: The Orange County School District is considering having teachers build portfolios for all third-graders throughout the school year. Doing so would address a Leon County judge’s concern that districts provide options for promotions to students who do poorly on state tests or opt out of them. The move comes[Read More…]