April 14, 2020 – Kept geographically apart by a global health pandemic, musical theater students at Douglas Anderson showed they remained united in heart through a widely-shared music video that put their love for music, theater and their school community on display. Now, students and Director of Musical Theatre Joe Kemper are sharing what led […]
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April 13, 2020 – What would normally be a time for Prom, Grad Bash, and other senior-year activities has turned into cancellations, and a lot of uncertainty for the Class of 2020. The disappointment felt by Duval’s seniors is not lost on the school community. In a message to the Class of 2020, Superintendent Dr. […]
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April 2, 2020 – The shift from school-based learning to home-based learning has been an interesting — and sometimes challenging — experience for all of us. We’re inspired by the support schools, teachers, parents, and students are sharing with one another through this uncharted territory. To lend a helping hand, we’ve consulted with our Chief […]
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March 31, 2020 – In the face of a new, home-learning environment, Duval County Public Schools’ educators are rising to the challenge – and that includes those who work with students with special needs. We caught up with three Oak Hill Academy teachers who are stepping up their game in order to engage their students. […]
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March 29, 2020 – Human trafficking, the consequences of prejudice and the wonder of DNA are among the themes of award-winning artwork by Duval County Public Schools’ students that can now be viewed virtually through the new Duval HomeRoom Gallery of Fine Art. This gallery is a virtual showcase of student artwork – including mixed […]
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March 20, 2020- Duval County Public Schools teachers are ready to welcome back their students in “virtual style,” as the new “Duval HomeRoom” distance learning program launches. Team Duval sat down with an elementary, middle, and high school teacher to explain how they’re bringing the classroom into student’s homes.
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March 18, 2020– Duval county high school students have the opportunity to snag some free internet hotspots to help get their school work done. The district launched the Free Hotspots for High School Students program this school year. This program provides free high-speed internet access to qualifying high school students who do not currently have reliable […]
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March 3, 2020- Chemistry students at Terry Parker High School are making history as they are delving into studying African American History over the course of a six-month project. “We’re making a direct connection to the life of a pharmacist and what an African American individual went through to get to that state (as a […]
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Feb. 25, 2020– Duval County teachers are doing their part to teach Black History in the classroom, and it’s happening across all grade levels. Students are learning about everything from African Americans who became prominent figures during the Civil Rights Movement to injustices that took place during major wars. “It’s really important because without people […]
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Feb. 14, 2020- It was a dream come true for Raines and Ribault high school students as they faced off in the inaugural High School Heritage Classic. Raines Vikings senior, Malcolm Jones said this game was special, and he is thankful his ancestors paved the way for him to play baseball. “It’s a real honor […]
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