School board approves Metcalfe, Rawlings year-round calendar
Though still not satisfied, board approved calendar in time for state deadline.
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School board asks for more input for Rawlings, Metcalfe calendar
Community meetings scheduled for Thursday at both schools.
Alachua County school district clarifies book challenge policy
Staff attorney said she is treating policy guides as living documents.
Split school board approves Andrew contract
Superintendent still must approve offer before it takes effect.
School board to vote on superintendent contract
New three-year contract on agenda for Tuesday’s meeting.
Metcalfe, Rawlings to switch to year-round school
ACPS one of three districts selected for four-year state pilot program.
School board prepares for Lake Forest external operator
Citizens attend meeting to complain about discontinued courtesy busing.
School board moves rezoning timeline back to 2025
Superintendent recommends not to approve proposed maps, continue working.
School board delays superintendent contract discussion
Citizens say superintendent pay raise is unfair to teachers.
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 approves turnaround plans for Lake Forest, Idylwild
Abbitt, Certain push for proactive measures such as year-round school.
Alachua County School Board elects McGraw as chair
McNealy to continue as vice chair as vice chair.
Alachua County School Board weighs Andrew’s future
Board votes against conducting superintendent search.
School board examines trend data, superintendent priorities
District to focus on discipline, achievement, mental health and more.
School board members raise diversity questions over rezoning
District staff and contractors present on process and predicted impact.
School Board approves rubberized track for Hawthorne High School
Board also heard concerns about eSchool cuts.
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.
School board grudgingly passes tentative budget
New state education laws bring citizen input ahead of 2023-24 school year.
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.