Aug. 8, 2019 – New computers, software and even robots. These are just a few of the things that Terry Parker computer science teacher Peter Berta said will now be available for students in his class. His school was one of eight schools to receive a multi-thousand-dollar competitive grant from Project Lead the Way (PLTW), […]
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July 11, 2019 – Propelled by a record-breaking graduation rate and learning gains made by students in math and reading, Duval County Public Schools is now closer to an A than it has ever been. The district leaped six overall points, and is now just 4 points shy – less than one percentage point – […]
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June 28, 2019 – Duval County Public Schools improved student proficiency rates in a majority of tested categories according to Florida Department of Education test results released today. Out of 21 tested categories, proficiency rates improved in 11 categories and remained the same in one. The district also outpaced or matched state growth in 12 […]
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Sept. 11, 2018 — Congratulations to the 182 outstanding educators who were just announced as their school’s 2019 Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made on Monday by the Jacksonville Public Education Fund (JPEF), which facilitates the Teacher of the Year awards. “This is a huge honor. These teachers are selected by […]
Read More[KGVID width=”640″ height=”360″]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPbX9qnI2Oo&feature=youtu.be[/KGVID] Sept. 6, 2018 – They thought they were all gathered in the auditorium to hear a speech about digital inclusion. At least that’s what the more than 250 Ribault Middle School eighth graders had been told. The students listened patiently while special guests — including U.S. Olympic Gold Medalists Jocelyn […]
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[KGVID width=”640″ height=”360″]https://vimeo.com/287476210[/KGVID] Sept. 5, 2018 – When it comes to what fuels Rachid Mechmech’s work as an Algebra and Geometry teacher, his response is simple – passion. “We do it because we really love the kids,” said the Kirby-Smith Middle School educator. “We really try to contribute to our society in a sense […]
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Sept. 3, 2018 – With their bright red ties freshly tied, 24 First Coast High School students recited an oath and became the first group of students this year to be inducted into the district’s 5000 Role Models Program. The tie-tying ceremony took place on Friday, Aug. 21 at First Coast High School with […]
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[KGVID width=”640″ height=”360″]https://vimeo.com/285131657[/KGVID] Aug. 15, 2018 – It was a memorable first, first day of school for our Dr. Diana Greene, as she spent the start of the 2018-2019 school year visiting students, teachers and staff as the district’s newest superintendent. The three-school tour kicked off at Mamie Agnes Jones Elementary, the very place […]
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Aug. 14, 2018 – A 16-year veteran of education, Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School’s Chris Koek has held a number of titles, ranging from math teacher to Assistant Principal. But now, the Duval County Public Schools administrator can add another title to his resume – “life changer.” The National Life Group Foundation announced that Koek […]
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June 27, 2018 – Duval County Public Schools inched ever closer to becoming an “A”-graded school district this year, gaining 14 overall points compared to last year. With these gains, Duval remains a “B” district but is just one percentage point away from “A” status. “We continue to improve and move forward,” said Superintendent Dr. […]
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