Schools & Kids
Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Callaway
Troy University Names Dr. Brandy Simpler 2026 Ingalls Award Winner
Dr. Brandy Simpler, a Troy University alumna and nursing professor, won the 2026 Ingalls Award for Excellence in Classroom Teaching, selected by her students.
Troy University Lecturer Wins Kruckeberg Faculty Excellence Award
Dr. Avington Medeiros, a Troy University history lecturer, received the Dr. Robert Kruckeberg Faculty Excellence Award for her excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
UF Eyes $500M Engineering Boom to Tackle Florida Tech Shortage
The University of Florida is pushing for $500 million in state funding to expand engineering facilities, aiming to supercharge STEM education amid Florida's booming tech sector. The proposal targets workforce gaps in high-demand fields like data science and advanced manufacturing. With Gainesville at the epicenter, UF's multibillion-dollar building spree could reshape the state's innovation landscape.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Florida Senate OKs Bill Capping Teacher Tenure at 4 Years
In a bold move to elevate classroom performance, the Florida Senate has passed legislation limiting teacher tenure to just four years while mandating merit-based evaluations. The measure, aimed at statewide public school gains, reignites a decade-old debate on accountability versus job security. Backed by GOP leaders, it heads to the House amid teacher union pushback.
Thursday, May 21, 2026