Student says there’s an ‘epidemic of sexual harassment’ in Duval schools, urges district to expand Title IX awareness
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Students in Duval County are helping create change in the district after coming forward during this week’s school board meeting. The students detailed issues with reporting sexual…
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Gov. DeSantis speaks about controversial books in schools, parents’ rights
ORLANDO – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday held a news conference in Orlando. DeSantis was joined by Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz Jr. and members of Moms…
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Public education bills may impact Duval County Public Schools
Members of the group Public School Defenders said the “Freedom to Learn Act” would restore classroom libraries to teacher control. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Parents are asking Duval County Public School…
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Protocols to reporting sexual assault in Duval County schools
First Coast News is diving into the Duval County Public School district’s reporting process for sexual assault claims. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Duval County School District is investigating after the…
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Duval schools substitute accused of sexual assault by student
A spokesperson for Duval County Public Schools said Charger Academy leadership followed correct procedures in reporting the incident to law enforcement and DCF. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville family plans…
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Why is St. Johns County cutting back on nursing staff at schools?
A letter from school nurses about upcoming changes raises alarm bells for people who have students in the district. ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — The St. Johns County School District…
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Duval County Public Schools allowing students to pick school
Making sure your child gets the education based on their zip code, is a thing in the past for Duval County. ‘School Showcase Saturdays!’ will begin Jan. 27. DUVAL COUNTY,…
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Here’s why First Coast schools closed due to severe weather
Most school districts told First Coast News the decision to cancel classes or end the school day early was for student safety. DUVAL COUNTY, Fla. — Many people did not…
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Non-credible bomb threats sent to Putnam, Clay County schools
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office said several Florida school districts received a ‘non-credible’ threat that explosives were placed inside schools on Wednesday. CLAY COUNTY, Fla. — A ‘non-credible’ bomb threat…
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Schools back in session Wednesday after severe storms roll out of Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Classroom (Copyright 2023 by WKMG ClickOrlando – All rights reserved.) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Several school districts throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia announced temporary closures in an abundance of caution…
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