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After removing hundreds of books, Clay County is debating the purpose of high school libraries.…
Jacksonville Today covers education from the classroom to the Capitol. Our reporters follow Duval Schools as well as private and higher education across the region. We explain school board decisions, funding debates, curriculum changes, and state education policies that affect students, parents, and teachers in Northeast Florida.
2 days ago
Duval School Board election could bring shift in board’s ideology
The election could lead to an ideological shift for a board with a strongly conservative majority.…
July 10, 2026
Sulzbacher begins construction on next phase of Enterprise Village
Sulzbacher is expanding its services in housing, healthcare and job training for people without homes.…
July 8, 2026
Duval Schools investigated ‘list’ of Douglas Anderson teachers 5 years after student sent it
Five years after receiving an email that named 12 Douglas Anderson teachers alleged of sexual abuse, records show DCPS investigated…
July 6, 2026
Legal changes will ease prosecution of people who fail to report child abuse
The law changes the statute of limitations for people like teachers who are required to report any abuse they suspect.…
July 2, 2026
Duval Schools retains its A grade; St. Johns County still tops in the state
Florida gave A grades to Duval, Clay, Nassau and St. Johns County schools. Nassau finished second in the state.…
July 1, 2026
140 Florida laws go into effect July 1. Here are some you’ll want to know
New laws taking effect today cover safety, the environment, healthcare, education and more.…
June 30, 2026
Duval Schools principal accused of failing to report child abuse
Principal Michael Aaron Townsend was charged in connection with the arrest of a teacher last month.…
June 29, 2026
Parents question Duval school district’s process for closing schools
The School Board will decide Wednesday whether to add Ortega Elementary to a list of surplus property, a step toward…
June 26, 2026
Clay County parents press School Board after arrest of wrestling coach
Parents questioned whether procedures for screening coaches and other volunteers are adequate.…
June 26, 2026
Jacksonville leaders identify solutions in early childcare gaps
The Jacksonville Early Learning Task Force suggested several steps to increase childcare access.…
June 26, 2026
St. Johns environmentalist Sarah Bailey celebrates 100th birthday
Sarah Bailey is an environmental activist, a past county commissioner and a St. Johns County icon.…
June 23, 2026
Intersex teacher says he was forced to resign in St. Johns County
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a complaint with the EEOC seeking the teacher’s reinstatement.…
June 17, 2026
St. Johns County principal sues over her removal in yearbook controversy
Principal Katherine O’Connell was placed on leave after rap lyrics appeared in the school’s yearbook.…
June 16, 2026
Hubbard House’s new initiative helps men prevent domestic violence
Hubbard House’s Not My City program aims to help men prevent violence and become a positive influence.…
June 15, 2026
#AskJAXTDY | Who gets the money from Duval school bus tickets?
Duval Schools ticketed thousands of drivers last month for passing school buses illegally. See where the money went.…
June 11, 2026
Local developers still want to buy Duval Schools’ headquarters
Three companies have submitted bids for the school district’s headquarters, which has been for sale for about a year.…
June 11, 2026
DeSantis signs bills linked to Duval school district and Cecil Airport
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two Jacksonville-centric bills this week: one that will affect how the Duval School Board handles legal…
June 10, 2026
Trout Creek Academy principal gets delay over yearbook controversy
Principal Katie O’Connell says she’s not responsible for a Fetty Wap rap lyric that appeared in the school’s yearbook.…
June 9, 2026
City Council votes to put school tax extension on the ballot
Duval County voters will decide whether to renew a property tax levied by the Duval school district that, in part,…
June 5, 2026
Drivers rack up $719K in fines for passing Duval school buses illegally
Duval school police issued 3,197 tickets in the first month that school bus cameras recorded drivers.…
June 5, 2026
How Jacksonville’s skilled trades pros identify workforce solutions
The Jacksonville General Apprenticeship Association is among organizations filling Florida’s growing skilled trades shortage.…
June 4, 2026
Duval Schools adding weapons-detection system at elementary schools
The district will equip about 30 schools each year with the same weapons-detection systems installed at middle schools.…
June 3, 2026
City Year Jacksonville invests 100k service hours to support Duval students
City Year Jacksonville cultivates communication skills, empathy and leadership among young adults.…