Local NewsACPS bus crashes with pickup on Newberry Road, two injured Staff Reports Aug 12, 20241 commentNone of seven students hurt.
EducationWestwood opens new facilities Glory Reitz Aug 8, 20240 commentsLittlewood Elementary next revitalization on the list.
EducationAlachua County schools workshop strategic plan Glory Reitz Aug 7, 20240 commentsInitial implementation plans to be ready by Aug. 16.
EducationSchool board finalizes student conduct code Glory Reitz Aug 7, 20240 commentsradKIDS to expand to more elementary schools in national study.
EducationSchool board approves tentative budget, millage rates Glory Reitz Aug 1, 20241 commentProposed budget set at $597 million.
EducationAcademy at Santa Fe College earns first A grade Glory Reitz Jul 29, 20240 commentsSchool earns top scores in district exams.
Local LivingLincoln Yard Park opens with ribbon-cutting Staff Reports Jul 26, 20240 commentsNew park enhances Lincoln Estates neighborhood and commemorates its history.
EducationAlachua County Public Schools earns B grade Glory Reitz Jul 24, 20242 commentsLake Forest pulls out of turnaround status.
Local LivingStop the Violence Back to School Rally slated for Saturday Staff Reports Jul 23, 20241 commentMemphis rapper Project Pat will be on hand as 5,000 backpacks with supplies to be provided.
EducationACPS requests early registration Staff Reports Jul 22, 20240 commentsLast-minute registrations create complications ahead of school year.
EducationSchool district cuts early release Wednesdays to monthly occurrences Glory Reitz Jul 18, 20240 commentsTeachers’ union asks for larger pay raise.
EducationSchool board kills 50% grade minimum, delays student conduct policy vote Glory Reitz Jul 17, 20244 commentsBoard to vote on student conduct policy on Aug. 6.
EducationSchool board settles with solar company on Old Terwilliger panels Glory Reitz Jul 16, 20241 comment$17,100 settlement leaves school district free to tear down buildings.
EducationAlachua eSchool moves office location Glory Reitz Jul 15, 20240 commentsSchool administrator to double as principal of Duval Early Learning Center.
ElectionsMeet the candidates: School Board of Alachua County Glory Reitz Jul 12, 20246 commentsCandidates talk achievement gap, teacher recruiting and retention.
EducationBuchholz students win national business awards Staff Reports Jul 8, 20240 commentsFuture Business Leaders of America event drew 17,000 students from across nation.
EducationNewberry Elementary School loses 14 teachers Glory Reitz Jul 2, 202414 commentsSchool board member blames charter push; Newberry mayor blames district.
Sponsored2024 Citizens of the Year Staff Reports Jun 26, 20240 commentsAwards recognizing one student from each elementary school in Alachua County Sponsored by Children's Trust of Alachua County, Clay Electric Cooperative, and Bosshardt Realty.
Government + PoliticsEthics committee dismisses complaint against Marlowe Glory Reitz Jun 18, 20241 commentNo word on Coleman ethics complaint.
EducationLocal students named Sunshine State Scholar representatives Staff Reports Jun 13, 20240 commentsEastside, Buchholz students honored by state for STEM achievements.
NewsWater polo coach fired from GHS, banned from UF campus Matthew Cupelli Jun 11, 20241 commentSchool district: No student allegations made at GHS.
Education2nd Juneteenth film festival features Gloria Merriex documentary Glory Reitz Jun 10, 20240 commentsDuval Elementary teacher used rhythm and music in innovative teaching methods.
EducationWilliams Elementary prepares for IB PYP Glory Reitz Jun 7, 20243 commentsWhole-school magnet to begin in fall.
EducationCitizens suggest names for ACPS district office Glory Reitz Jun 7, 20242 commentsLast public input meeting to be held June 27.