The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida have announced the 2025 Black History Month student art and essay contests, themed "Honoring African American Contributions to Florida’s Success."
The Florida Department of Education has allocated over $24 million through the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Program (Workforce CAP) to enhance workforce development programs.
Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. has announced the selected books for December as part of the Commissioner’s Book of the Month initiative.
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that 176 additional schools in Florida have been awarded the Purple Star School of Distinction designation for their support of military families.
The State Board of Education convened in Orlando, Florida, on November 20, 2024, coinciding with the 2024 Charter School Conference and School Choice Summit.
Tallahassee, Fla., November 20, 2024 – Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. has announced the books selected for November in the Commissioner’s Book of the Month program.
Tallahassee, Fla., November 12, 2024 – Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. has announced a $5 million allocation through the Pathways to Career Opportunities Grow Your Own Teacher Grant (PCOG GYO).
The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida are inviting students to take part in the 2024 Native American Heritage Month art and essay contests.
The Florida Department of Education has launched the XploreFLEd initiative, aimed at providing students nationwide with access to Florida's workforce education courses.
Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr., has announced the selected books for October as part of the Commissioner’s Book of the Month initiative. This monthly reading challenge aims to encourage literacy and engagement among students in preK-12 schools by recommending one book per grade range.
The Florida Department of Education has announced the allocation of $62 million through the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Program. This funding aims to create or expand workforce development programs throughout the state, providing students with practical educational experiences in fields such as aerospace, biomedical science, digital video technology, and aviation.
The State Board of Education in Florida has commended the achievements of the state's apprenticeship and preapprenticeship programs. A recent report highlights Florida's advancements towards becoming the leading state for workforce education by 2030. The Board also approved a new rule that allows educators with restricted classical education certification to teach over 1,400 courses listed in the Florida Department of Education’s Course Code Directory.
The Florida Department of Education, led by Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr., will distribute free hot meals to families affected by Hurricane Helene. The event is scheduled for Monday, September 30, 2024, in Jefferson County. Lunch will be served at 12 p.m., followed by dinner at 4 p.m., with snacks available throughout the day.
The Heritage Foundation has announced that Florida ranks first in Education Freedom for the third consecutive year. This ranking reflects Florida's focus on expanding school choice, supporting parental rights in education, and enabling families to choose the best educational options for their children. The Education Freedom Report Card was initiated in 2022, and Florida has maintained the top position since its inception.