CrimeACSO: Buchholz school threat declared a hoax C.J. Gish Sep 17, 20240 commentsLaw enforcement investigates latest incident in wave of regional school threats.
EducationSchool board adopts final $612 million budget Glory Reitz Sep 11, 20241 commentSchool district millage rates set to 6.2610.
Education21 ACPS students named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists Staff Reports Sep 11, 20241 commentGainesville High leads way with 10 students followed by Eastside with six and Buchholz with five.
NewsStaffing shortages mark rocky start to school year Glory Reitz Sep 6, 20249 commentsACPS has 49 instructional job openings.
EducationSchool board asks for more strategic plan detail Glory Reitz Sep 4, 20240 commentsBoard approves strategy map, delays implementation plan vote.
EducationSanta Fe High School students take home laptops Glory Reitz Aug 27, 20240 commentsACPS works toward district-wide “one to one” initiative.
EducationLocal dealerships donate $25K to Loften automotive technology Glory Reitz Aug 27, 20240 commentsMoney to help purchase more training equipment.
EducationVu’s win signals new SBAC direction Glory Reitz Aug 26, 20242 commentsSupport for superintendent search appears set.
EducationSchool Board approves turnaround plan for Rawlings Glory Reitz Aug 22, 20240 commentsBoard members push for more detailed plan.
EducationState Board of Education changes charter conversion rule Glory Reitz Aug 21, 20244 commentsNew requirement needs 50% vote, not “majority.”
Government + PoliticsAlachua mayor wins lifetime achievement award Glory Reitz Aug 20, 20240 commentsCoerper is in his fourth term as mayor.
EducationOne Mill for Schools launches 2024 campaign Glory Reitz Aug 19, 20241 commentProperty tax, up for renewal, pays for arts and career tech programs.
Education3DE Schools to Launch at Eastside High School Staff Reports Aug 15, 20241 commentProgram partners with businesses for real-world applications.
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.