Alachua County Public Schools’ early education programs outperform programs across Florida
Alachua County Public Schools’ early education programs significantly outperformed similar programs across the state, according to new ratings released by the Florida Department of Education...
School Board of Alachua County revises public comment protocols for meetings
Beginning August 19, 2025, instead of commenting on each agenda item during the meeting, members of the public will be able to address both agenda...
August 19 School Board of Alachua County meeting
The School Board of Alachua County will hold a meeting at 6 p.m. on August 19....
UF agronomy chair takes on dual leadership role as interim for animal sciences
Jay Ferrell, chair of the University of Florida’s department of agronomy, will assume an additional leadership role Aug. 18 when he steps in as interim...
Alachua County Public Schools launches new tools to keep families, schools connected
As the 2025–26 school year begins, Alachua County Public Schools is introducing new and improved communication tools designed to make it easier for families, staff,...
August 13 School Board of Alachua County Workshop
The School Board of Alachua County will hold a workshop at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13...
School Board changes public input policy, adopts property tax rate and preliminary budget
At the July 31 meeting, the School Board of Alachua County addressed Chair Sarah Rockwell's controversial comment about MAGA, adopted the property tax and budget numbers...
Ribbon-cutting of diesel mechanic training program to be held August 11
The public is invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the diesel mechanic training program on Monday, Aug. 11, at 10 a.m. at the Alachua...
New state law leads to changes in guidelines for use of devices at school
In keeping with the new law, Alachua County Public Schools is revising its guidelines on the use of personal wireless communication devices, such as smartwatches,...
Library District to hold Homeschool Resource Fair on August 9 at Millhopper Branch
The Library District will hold a Homeschool Resource Fair at the Millhopper Branch on August 9...