Tax initiatives: About a third of Florida residents face increased taxes if voters in seven counties approve initiatives Tuesday to raise money for their school districts. Officials in those districts say the state put them in the position of asking for voter help by underfunding mandates for school security. “The[Read More…]
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Florida lawmakers may resolve dual enrollment dilemma for private schools
For two years, Florida private schools have faced a dilemma affecting students who want a jump start on college. A change in the way the state funds dual enrollment has meant that for some of them, it’s no longer free. This year, though, a fix may be in the works. The proposed legislation could[Read More…]
Dual enrollment funding for private school students remains unresolved
Despite the efforts of private schools and some lawmakers, the Florida Legislature this spring didn’t resolve concerns that more private schools could end up paying for their high school students’ dual enrollment courses. Last year, the Legislature changed the way the state funds dual enrollment courses, requiring school districts to[Read More…]