Schools & Kids
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · Duval County
St. Thomas University Students Face New Federal Aid Rules in 2026
St. Thomas University students will face new federal student aid rules beginning July 1, 2026. Graduate PLUS Loans end, Parent PLUS borrowing caps decrease, and Pell Grant eligibility tightens.
Center scientists aim to solve devastating citrus greening, first, then other crop diseases
University of Florida scientists are joining forces at the new Crop Transformation Center to combat pests and diseases threatening Florida’s crops, starting with citrus greening.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
First Graders Present Sea Animal Research at Jacksonville School
Jacksonville first graders presented weeks of marine research at the Lori Schiavone Commons, featuring octopuses, dolphins, and jellyfish alongside student-created videos, art, and poetry.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Episcopal School Honors Class of 2026 Seniors
Episcopal School of Jacksonville honored its Class of 2026 with department awards and special recognition at a May 15 convocation, celebrating student achievement in academics, arts, athletics, and service.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Jacksonville High School Students Train for Early Childhood Jobs
Episcopal Children's Services is preparing Jacksonville high school students for early childhood education careers through hands-on training and direct job placement pathways.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Trinity Christian Academy Graduate Leads READ USA's Push to Close Jacksonville's Literacy Gap
Robby Kelly, a Trinity Christian Academy alumnus, runs READ USA, a Jacksonville nonprofit working to close the literacy gap for local elementary students while preparing teenagers for leadership roles.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Jacksonville World Languages Students Earn 105 Awards for Biliteracy
Jacksonville World Languages students received 105 awards Tuesday, with more than 90 inducted into National Honor Societies for five languages and earning biliteracy seals.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Dr. Donald Comer Named 11th President of Lane College
Lane College's Board of Trustees names Dr. Donald Comer as the institution's 11th president, making permanent his interim role since 2024.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 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.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026