No more pandemic-era free lunches at most US schools this year
The pandemic-era meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — are ending. Here’s what you need to know heading into the school year.
Volusia County lays out security plans ahead of new school year
Volusia County schools are still preparing for students to return to class on Monday and safety is top of mind.
Brevard County parents react to resource officers armed with rifles around school
Heading into the new school year, Brevard County school resource officers will be equipped with rifles.Parents have mixed reactions to this new tactic.
New school bus app causes confusion for Seminole County parents on first day of classes
Nearly 62,000 students are back in the classroom across Seminole County but getting there wasn’t easy for everyone. The new Ride 360 app caused quite a few headaches and frustration, parents tell FOX 35 News.
Chipotle offering $1M worth of free burritos to teachers
You can nominate your favorite teacher for the prize between now and Aug. 12 by visiting Chipotle’s social media pages.
Back-to-school in Central Florida: Teacher shortages, bus driver call-outs on the first day of class
Thousands of Central Florida kids are headed back to school on Wednesday and there are concerns that teacher shortages and the lack of bus drivers could impact the start of their school year.
Orange, Seminole and Brevard families return to paying for meals this school year
Over the last two years, the federal government has been paying for all students at public schools to eat at no cost because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In wake of Uvalde, Florida agencies beefing up school security
School safety is a major concern for parents in Central Florida following the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Authorities in Orange County have detailed their plans to keep schools safe just as classes resume on Wednesday.
Deputies to carry rifles at Brevard County schools: 'We mean business'
In response to the recent school shootings around the country, the Brevard County Sheriff's Office announced that its school resource deputies will carry rifles on campus to help better protect children and staff.
School safety top of mind as students head back to school in Orange County
As Orange County students get ready to return to school on Wednesday, safety is top of mind for school officials and law enforcement.
Frustrated Seminole County parents scramble for school bus information
Two days before the start of the 2022-23 school year in Seminole County and parents are having issues accessing bus route information for their children in the district.
Florida's Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday: These items are tax-free
Sunday, Aug. 7 is the final day to take advantage of Florida's annual back-to-school sales tax holiday.
Orange County holds free vaccinations, COVID shots for students event on Saturday
Orange County families packed into the gym at the school district's Academic Center for Excellence. Saturday was the last day for kindergarten and seventh grade students to get their required vaccinations for free, from the district. Parents say they're happy for the opportunity.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
Orange County opens new schools as student population grows
Five brand-new schools are opening in Orange County, as more people move to Central Florida.
Florida schools still need more teachers, bus drivers before school starts
Students and teachers will return to their classrooms over the next few weeks for the start of the school year, despite districts across Central Florida needing more teachers and bus drivers.
5 new schools to open in Orange County this month
Orange County Public Schools to open 5 new schools ahead of the 2022-23 academic year.
Judge backs Osceola County in dispute with American Classical Charter Academy
An administrative law judge Friday upheld a decision by the Osceola County School Board to terminate a contract with a charter school, citing issues such as a large number of uncertified teachers and not properly providing exceptional-student education services.
Florida to schools: Don’t follow federal LGBTQ protections
Florida advised school districts to ignore protections for LGBTQ students that President Joe Biden’s administration is trying to implement, saying the anti-discrimination language is not binding law and following the guidance could result in breaking state law.