Schools & Kids
Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Rockledge
U.S., Iran End Islamabad Talks Without Deal
U.S. and Iranian delegations departed Islamabad without agreement on nuclear issues and shipping routes, with both sides signaling plans to resume talks.
Melbourne High's student-built Liberty Bell marks 50 years
Melbourne High School marked the 50th anniversary of a Liberty Bell monument built entirely by students in 1976, celebrating a hands-on project that still anchors the campus today.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Melbourne High School celebrates 50 years of student-built Liberty Bell
Melbourne High School celebrated the 50th anniversary of a Liberty Bell monument built entirely by students in 1976, a project that remains a campus landmark and symbol of hands-on learning.
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