Schools & Kids
Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Martin County
Hope Rural School Plans Veteran's Day Celebration, Thanksgiving Turkey Drive
Hope Rural School honors veterans November 10 and launches an annual Thanksgiving turkey drive to help local families.
Martin County Students Audition for 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
Martin County High School holds auditions Aug. 28-29 for "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
Thursday, June 11, 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, June 11, 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, June 11, 2026