Columbia High School tightens security
CHS installs metal detectors after deputies apprehend armed teens at Friday’s football game.
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Columbia High School tightens security
CHS installs metal detectors after deputies apprehend armed teens at Friday’s football game.
Fences go up at Newberry High School
ACPS continues push for improved school security.
Afterschool meals expand to Metcalfe
Program now reaches 37 schools in Alachua County.
Car hits school bus, sedan on Newberry Road
One injured in three-vehicle collision.
SBAC workshop highlights zoning concerns
Board members and citizens ask staff for more detailed information.
School board passes contract with SF College
Board members split 3-2 over concerns about delayed information.
School district works to rectify emergency funds
Deadline for second wave of COVID relief funding nears.
SF College conducts safety training exercise
Tabletop emergency management meeting focuses on active shooter scenarios.
Westwood celebrates revitalization halfway point
Project scheduled for completion in 2024.
Alachua County releases school bus safety tips
Tips for motorists for the upcoming school year.
Two ACPS students awarded scholarships
Female Protective Society selected winners.
Fort Clarke opens new “calm room”
Mental health leaders hope to catch distress early, aid in learning.
School board grudgingly passes tentative budget
New state education laws bring citizen input ahead of 2023-24 school year.
DeSantis appoints three to Alachua County ELC
New members to help direct early learning operations in Alachua County.
ACPS urges parents to register immediately
Late registration for new students could result in delayed start dates and limited class options.
School board to advertise tentative budget
Millage rate to effectively rise by 8%, expected to generate $160.3 million.
ACPS still looking for teachers
District encourages anyone interested in applying to call human resources for assistance.
SBAC amends dual enrollment with SF College
Slim cut leaves residual budget, equity and timeline concerns.
Record ACPS students earn honor
Dozens earn recognition as National Merit Scholarship finalists.
GNV4ALL to open early childhood learning center
Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center geared toward underserved populations.
Buchholz math team wins 15th national title
Students earn 282 trophies and medals at four-day competition.
Elite DNA launches school supplies drive
Drive to benefit students in Alachua County.
SBAC approves administrative appointees
School board encourages appointees to work hard, spurred on by test scores.
ACPS students earn record number of certificates
These 4,300 industry certificates can help students jumpstart careers or get into colleges.