NewsSchool board passes contract with SF College Glory Reitz Aug 16, 20232 commentsBoard members split 3-2 over concerns about delayed information.
EducationSchool district works to rectify emergency funds Glory Reitz Aug 16, 20232 commentsDeadline for second wave of COVID relief funding nears.
EducationSF College conducts safety training exercise C.J. Gish Aug 15, 20230 commentsTabletop emergency management meeting focuses on active shooter scenarios.
EducationWestwood celebrates revitalization halfway point Glory Reitz Aug 9, 20231 commentProject scheduled for completion in 2024.
EducationAlachua County releases school bus safety tips Staff Reports Aug 9, 20230 commentsTips for motorists for the upcoming school year.
Local LivingTwo ACPS students awarded scholarships Staff Reports Aug 9, 20233 commentsFemale Protective Society selected winners.
EducationFort Clarke opens new “calm room” Glory Reitz Aug 8, 20234 commentsMental health leaders hope to catch distress early, aid in learning.
EducationSchool board grudgingly passes tentative budget Glory Reitz Aug 2, 20230 commentsNew state education laws bring citizen input ahead of 2023-24 school year.
EducationDeSantis appoints three to Alachua County ELC Glory Reitz Jul 31, 20230 commentsNew members to help direct early learning operations in Alachua County.
NewsACPS urges parents to register immediately Staff Reports Jul 31, 20230 commentsLate registration for new students could result in delayed start dates and limited class options.
EducationSchool board to advertise tentative budget Glory Reitz Jul 24, 20230 commentsMillage rate to effectively rise by 8%, expected to generate $160.3 million.
EducationACPS still looking for teachers Glory Reitz Jul 20, 20232 commentsDistrict encourages anyone interested in applying to call human resources for assistance.
EducationSBAC amends dual enrollment with SF College Glory Reitz Jul 19, 20233 commentsSlim cut leaves residual budget, equity and timeline concerns.
EducationRecord ACPS students earn honor Staff Reports Jul 18, 20230 commentsDozens earn recognition as National Merit Scholarship finalists.
NewsGNV4ALL to open early childhood learning center Glory Reitz Jul 13, 20231 commentGainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center geared toward underserved populations.
EducationBuchholz math team wins 15th national title Staff Reports Jul 11, 20230 commentsStudents earn 282 trophies and medals at four-day competition.
Local LivingElite DNA launches school supplies drive Staff Reports Jul 5, 20230 commentsDrive to benefit students in Alachua County.
EducationSBAC approves administrative appointees Glory Reitz Jun 21, 20234 commentsSchool board encourages appointees to work hard, spurred on by test scores.
EducationACPS students earn record number of certificates Staff Reports Jun 13, 20230 commentsThese 4,300 industry certificates can help students jumpstart careers or get into colleges.
EducationSchool board pushes to support students, teachers Glory Reitz Jun 7, 20233 commentsBoard members noted low test results and request action.
EducationFirst Eastside beginning band class joins marching band Glory Reitz Jun 7, 20230 commentsNew program’s success could lead to more of its kind.
EducationSchool board discusses priorities for rezoning Camille Broadway Jun 5, 20231 commentAdditional rezoning discussion and student conduct code changes also on the agenda Tuesday’s meeting.
EducationLocal teen reaches national spelling bee semifinals Glory Reitz Jun 1, 20230 commentsLincoln Middle Schooler goes further than any previous Alachua County student.
Local LivingACPS to offer free summer meals Staff Reports Jun 1, 20230 commentsProgram kickoff set for Saturday.