November 2023 Citizens of the Month
The Citizens of the Month awards are sponsored by SouthState Bank. The Citizens of the Month awards recognizes one student from each elementary school in Alachua […]
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November 2023 Citizens of the Month
The Citizens of the Month awards are sponsored by SouthState Bank. The Citizens of the Month awards recognizes one student from each elementary school in Alachua […]
Mainstreet’s top feature stories of 2023
Highlights from a year of milestones and innovation.
Gainesville’s top news stories of 2023
New GRU Authority and school rezoning take top spots.
Alachua County Public Schools updates proposed elementary rezoning
Final vote on school rezoning comes before school board in January.
Alachua County Public Schools reaches tentative teacher salary agreement
Teachers, support staff to receive 3.5% across-the-board salary increase.
Alachua County students sweep thespian competition
High school and middle school students will move to state competitions in spring.
Newberry approves future land use first reading for NC Ranch
Commission also approved text amendment to comprehensive plan.
Alachua County Public Schools receives “B” grade
State assessment has fluctuated over the years
ACPS students earn spots on All State musical ensembles
Florida Music Education Association selects 36 local students as All State Musicians.
Local immigrant advocates call for immediate action in schools
After working with the district for a year, advocates say not enough progress has been made.
ACPS seeks donations for annual Holiday Food Drive
Deadline for donations is Dec. 15.
School board delays superintendent contract discussion
Citizens say superintendent pay raise is unfair to teachers.
Number of challenged ACPS books hits 12
District staff works to apply new state statute in standard practice.
Alachua school district names top principal and assistant principal
The two will represent ACPS in statewide recognition programs.
October 2023 Citizens of the Month
Awards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County.
Alachua County Public Schools students place in The Great Debate
Lincoln Middle School’s Ann Moywaywa was champion in three events, division overall.
Former campers reminisce on 75th anniversary of Camp Crystal Lake
Grounds and programs have been updated, but camp’s character remains consistent.
Community maintains issues with proposed school rezoning
Several parents express dissatisfaction with current plans.
Alachua County Public Schools to lower magnet acceptance requirements
Half of students will be chosen through lottery system, up from 25%.
School Board requests 5-year facilities plan
ACPS staff to create capital work plan.
Alachua County School Board elects McGraw as chair
McNealy to continue as vice chair as vice chair.
Camp Crystal Lake to celebrate 75 years
Free anniversary events include hayrides, archery and other activities.
Alachua County Public Schools works on language accessibility
Gainesville Immigrant Neighbor Inclusion Initiative says the district has much more work to do.
AMIKids uses positive reinforcement with troubled teens
Group organizers call for consistent community participation.