Duval County Public Schools
Recent News About Duval County Public Schools
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Computer Science and Robotics Exposition makes tech come to life for Duval County Public Schools students
From flight simulators, to robotics and 3D printing, students from schools across the county got the opportunity to show off their technology projects and better understand how their studies can start them on a path to scientific-based jobs.
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New technology lab, CSI partnership unveiled at Andrew Jackson High School
Hands-on lessons in coding and assembling computers were among several activities taking place at Andrew Jackson High School earlier this month during a special ribbon cutting ceremony for the school’s new technology lab.
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Seeking parents and community members for instructional materials reconsideration committee
In addition to the review of elementary classroom library books currently being conducted by Duval County Public Schools certified media specialists, the district is also forming a committee of representative stakeholders to reconsider library books and supplemental materials when reconsideration of those materials is requested by a student’s parent or guardian or a resident of Duval County.
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Riverside High students express gratitude, appreciation after participating in naturalization ceremony
It was a civics lesson brought to life for hundreds of Riverside High School students as they witnessed 40 individuals representing 29 different countries be sworn in as U.S. Citizens.
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District taking further steps to comply with Florida laws on library books
Duval County Public Schools continues to take steps to ensure compliance with all recent legislation regarding books and materials available to children through school media centers and classroom libraries.
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District Holds Graduation Rate Near Pre-pandemic Level
Despite two years of pandemic-impacted learning, the Duval County Public Schools class of 2022 graduated at almost the same rate as their pre-pandemic peers.
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Resources to assist with completing school choice applications
If you missed out on School Showcase Saturday, don’t fret!
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Free JTA bus rides for families participating in School Showcase Saturday Jan. 7
A special JTA initiative will enable Duval County families who rely on public transportation to participate in the Duval County Public Schools’ School Showcase Saturday on Jan. 7.
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District recognized for excellence in telling its financial story
Duval County Public Schools is receiving high honors for its excellence in financial reporting.
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Training the next generation of teachers through the Early College Education Academy
With a focus on education, one Duval County Public Schools program is creating a pipeline for students who want to be the newest generation of educators in Duval classrooms.
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Finalists for the 2023 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year Announced
Congratulations to five outstanding educators who have been selected as the five finalists for the VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year for 2023.
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Impact your child’s learning by completing the 2022 Federal Impact Aid Survey
A form that takes five minutes to fill out can generate thousands of dollars for textbooks, hiring staff and educators, and maintaining schools.
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Helping Students Become Better Readers from Home
Educators say it’s no different than riding a bike, playing basketball, or mastering a new skill.
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2022 Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year Announced
With tears in their eyes, two outstanding educators learned this week they had been chosen for two of the district’s highest honors: Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year.
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New schools emerging throughout Jacksonville thanks to half penny
With active construction underway on one full school replacement and design reveals held for three other full school replacements and one brand new school, the district is passing many milestones in its 15-year master facilities plan.
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District to put a spotlight on the Holocaust during Holocaust Education Week
Lessons on the Holocaust will be shared in classrooms throughout Duval County Public Schools as part of Holocaust Education Week in Florida, Nov. 7 – Nov. 11.
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District awarded more than $2.5 million in grants to support STEM programs
STEM education is getting a big boost in Duval County Public Schools with more than $2.5 million in grants being awarded to support instruction in robotics, flight simulation, engineering, cybersecurity, coding, and more.
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Winners of the Hispanic Heritage Essay Month contest recognize their heroes
Congratulations to the three Team Duval students selected as winners of the district’s annual 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Essay contest.
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Tips on how parents can advocate constructively for their child with school staff
They say it takes a village to raise a child and that is certainly true when it comes to helping children succeed academically.
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National assessment shows Duval County Public Schools improves rankings among peer school districts
Amid a global pandemic, Duval County Public Schools improved its national academic ranking in eighth grade math and eighth grade reading while maintaining its top five ranking in fourth grade reading compared to peer school districts across the country.