Schools & Kids
Thursday, April 30, 2026 · Panama City
Troy University Announces 2025–2026 Honors Student Council Leadership
Troy University has announced the 2025-2026 Honors Student Council leadership, including President Kaelan Burger and Vice Presidents Zoe Johnson and Noah Hadwin.
Florida Lawmakers Advance Teacher Pay Reforms Amid Shortage Crisis
As Florida's teacher vacancies surge, lawmakers in the 2026 session are pushing bills to boost salaries, restore multiyear contracts and tackle retention head-on. From Tallahassee to Tampa Bay classrooms, these measures aim to value educators with higher minimum pay and incentives. The proposals signal a pivotal shift in addressing the state's education staffing emergency.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Miami-Dade Schools Win $1.37M Grants to Boost Voc-Tech Amid Teacher Crunch
Facing a persistent teacher shortage, Miami-Dade County Public Schools is doubling down on vocational training with $1.37 million in state grants for apprenticeships in auto tech and culinary arts. Partnerships with local businesses promise hands-on paths to high-demand jobs, easing the educator crisis by steering students toward trades. This expansion cements M-DCPS as Florida's CTE leader.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Lake Mary Coach Becomes Guardian to Orphaned Wrestler
A Lake Mary High School wrestling coach stepped up as legal guardian for student-athlete Maryellen Wingate after she lost both parents to cancer. The heartfelt act provides stability for the teen on and off the mat in Central Florida. Wingate's story highlights compassion amid tragedy.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Troy University Selects 2026 Mellon Fellows for Alabama Culture Research
Troy University has announced its 2026 Mellon Fellows, who will research Alabama's cultural heritage, potentially offering insights relevant to Panama City.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
New Styles Arrive at Panama City Boutique
A popular Panama City boutique on Harrison Avenue has unveiled a new collection of styles, offering residents fresh apparel and accessories for the season.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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Thursday, April 30, 2026
Florida Public Libraries Weigh Impact of Digital Textbook Shift
Florida's accelerating adoption of digital textbooks in public schools is prompting libraries to reassess their role in providing learning resources. Concerns are rising about equitable access for students without home internet or devices.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Florida Students' Tobacco Use on the Rise, National Report Shows
A recent report in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) indicates a rise in the use of emerging tobacco products like e-cigarettes and hookahs among middle and high school students. The study highlights a trend in tobacco use within this demographic.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Curriculum & Instruction
Bay District Schools Board to discuss curriculum and instruction updates at its April 15 meeting, inviting public input on educational program enhancements.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Bay District Schools to Review Curriculum for 2026-2027 Academic Year
Bay District Schools is beginning its annual curriculum review process for the 2026-2027 academic year, inviting community input to shape educational materials.
Thursday, April 30, 2026