University of Florida’s online bachelor’s program ranked No. 1 by U.S. News
Program moves up one spot from 2025 rankings.
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University of Florida’s online bachelor’s program ranked No. 1 by U.S. News
Program moves up one spot from 2025 rankings.
Newberry Community School Board approves 2026-27 staffing plan
Board also approved civility policy and ratified petition for attorney’s fees.
Newberry Community School opens enrollment for inaugural year on Feb. 1
School is also seeking volunteers for various roles this fall.
UF initiates searches for permanent deans in arts, engineering and medicine
Acting Honors Program director and Assistant Provost for Student Success appointed.
Frazer School’s science bowl team wins regional competition
Team advances to national finals in spring.
Education Foundation of Alachua County opens Senior Scholarship program
Program portal is open to all Alachua County Public Schools seniors.
High Springs teacher Barbara Brock named 2026 Alachua County Teacher of the Year
Brock among 40 educators honored at annual Teacher of the Year ceremony.
December 2025 Citizens of the Month
Awards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Bosshardt Realty and Children's Trust of Alachua County.
UF Hillel renamed following seven-figure gift from Schilit philanthropists
Building now called the Diane and Howard Schilit Hillel at University of Florida.
UF researchers shows new science exposing how humidity escalates heat waves
When Floridians talk about extreme weather, hurricanes dominate the conversation. Each season brings updates on storm tracks, cone predictions and wind speeds, all in the hopes […]
Newberry Community School seeks over $90K in legal fees from Alachua County School Board
Petion filed in court stems from Newberry Elementary School’s conversion to charter school.
Lincoln Middle School student wins national debate competition
Multiple Alachua County students receive honors at The Great Debate National Civics and Debate Championships.
School Board of Alachua County hears concerns from Hawthorne residents
Board also discusses current ICE guidelines and approves 2026-27 calendar.
Frazer School’s Bach Ngo named Regeneron Science Talent Search scholar
Ngo among 300 scholars selected.
UF launches survey and listening sessions for presidential search
Virtual listening sessions planned for January and February.
Oak Hall School achieves Platinum status on AP Honor Roll
Platinum is highest distinction awarded through AP Recognition Program.
Alachua County Public Schools names finalists for 2026 Teacher of the Year award
District winner to be announced at ceremony on Thursday.
P.K. Yonge earns Platinum status on 2025 AP Honor Roll
Platinum is highest designation awarded through the AP School Recognition Program.
Gainesville Christian School team serves hot meals at Ronald McDonald House
Members of the Gainesville Christian Community School (GCCS) middle school boys basketball team traded their jerseys for aprons on Wednesday night, serving hot meals to families at the Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida (RMHCNCF). A total of 10 […]
ACPS unveils proposed guiding principles for Future Ready initiative
Principles were presented at school board workshop on Monday.
5 Alachua County high schools earn spots on 2025 AP Honor Roll
Schools include Buchholz, Eastside, Gainesville, PAM at Loften and Santa Fe.
UF Eye Opener Discovery Breakfast features insights from acclaimed neurologist
Dr. Michael Okun serves as executive director of UF Health’s Norman Fixel Institute.
Alachua County sees rising graduation rates as Florida hits 92.2% milestone
Florida reports record graduation rate for 2024-25 school year.
Frazer School science bowl team tops Armador Valley Tournament
Team defeats defending national champion in finals round.