Schools & Kids
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · West Melbourne
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.
Brevard schools hit 75% college and career acceleration rate
Brevard Public Schools seniors reached a record 75% college and career acceleration rate, with six high schools showing gains of more than three percentage points.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Rockledge High Resource Officer Named Florida's Top School Employee
Chris Hattaway, a Rockledge High resource officer and school alumnus, won Florida's top award for school employees. He created mental health programs, introduced a therapy dog, and organized community support for hundreds of families.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Social Skills for Kindergarten: A Parent’s Guide
Melbourne parents learn essential social skills for kindergarten, focusing on cooperation, communication, and emotional resilience to help children thrive in school.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
4th Grade Jumah Sale Set for February 7th, 2025
Melbourne's 4th grade class will host a Jumah Sale on February 7th, 2025, offering students a business learning experience and raising funds for their class trip.
Wednesday, June 17, 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.
Wednesday, June 17, 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.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026