Those against the books said they objected to content from how to report abuse to contraception methods, calling some of it inappropriate.
The FL education commissioner warned schools against following federal guidance that expanded protections for LGBTQ+ students.
Many respondents to a Florida Patch survey don't think teachers should carry guns on school campuses.
In a 5-4 vote, the Miami-Dade School Board opted not to adopt two textbooks on human reproduction and disease education.
"It's the first time I've heard people come out offended by this particular course," said Anna Fusco of the Broward Teachers Union.
Miami-Dade, Broward and the state are all facing a shortage of teachers for the upcoming school year.
The researchers were shocked to learn that sharks didn't avoid urban areas and that could impact their health.
Housing in South Florida is at an all-time high, and many families looking for places to turn while they struggle with finances.
A Miami Beach Senior High School graduate was accepted into all 8 Ivy League schools and will attend Harvard University, reports said.
Verstappen then set his sights on Leclerc and used a strong outside pass on the ninth lap to claim the lead.
“He's an amazing instructor. He has had a tremendous impact not just on students but on teachers and young teachers."
The Florida Department of Education said some of the math books referenced critical race theory, Common Core and social-emotional learning.
Florida is ground zero for climate change impacts, such as sea level rise.
The rejected textbooks reference “prohibited topics,” including critical race theory, Common Core and social-emotional learning, FDOE said.
“I don't think I've ever had a teacher that's this hands-on and that cares this much,” Rodgers said.
See the latest announcement from Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
According to police, a 5-year-old and 4-year-old began throwing things and flipping chairs in the pre-K classroom.
Safe Schools South Florida Executive Director Scott Galvin had a plane fly around Miami with the banner: “Defeat Don’t Say Gay.”
The use of masks is still encouraged for students, employees, visitors, contractors and volunteers, officials said.
New School Superintendent Jose Dotres signed a four-year contract in December worth $440,000 a year.
The 2023 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year award went to Unethia Fox from South Miami Senior High.
They are current interim Superintendent Dr. Vickie Cartwright and retired Air Force colonel and businessman Michael Gaal.
Created by a former MSD student Liz Stout, the ‘17 Day Celebration’ honors one person each day starting today, Jan. 28 through Feb. 13.
Dr. Jose L. Dotres, a longtime educator and leader with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, will replace superintendent Alberto Carvalho.
The 57-year-old Carvalho plans to take over as Superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District on March 1st.
Rickards was in the middle of a multi-million dollar renovation when the collapse happened.
Since schools reopened after winter break, more than 500 COVID-19 cases have been reported among Miami-Dade County students and staff.
Centner Academy, known for its anti-vaccine views, said it won’t teach critical race theory, gender fluidity, COVID-19 science.
“We need to once again consider the disruptions associated with this #covidvariant and advocate for reasonable accountability."
Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is currently accepting applications for Magnet programs for the 2022-2023 school year.
"Today, 1,700 teachers were out sick,” said Carvalho.
The new policy goes into effect on Monday, January 3rd. Masks for students remain optional but strongly encouraged.
“Only staff who have been on campus directly supporting students and faculty should return to on-site work next week as planned."
Miami-Dade County Public Schools has updated its COVID-19 protocols to address Florida’s surge in new cases.
School board members have approved an earlier start date for the next school year. It will be Tuesday, August 16.
For his science project, Rodriguez analyzed the amount of iron in some common snack foods, and he choose some of his favorites.
See the latest announcement from Miami-Dade County Public Schools, on the contracts.
Amenta broke his neck and became paralyzed six years ago and didn't know if he would graduate from college let alone walk at the ceremony.