Orange County Public Schools enrollment drops far lower than expected: Where are students going?
Thousands of students are leaving Central Florida public schools as private school and homeschooling enrollment continues to climb.
Thousands of students are leaving Central Florida public schools as private school and homeschooling enrollment continues to climb.
Looking for the best college? New rankings reveal happiest students, best dorms and more
The Princeton Review released its Best Colleges rankings for 2027, highlighting schools in 50 student-driven categories ranging from happiest students and best dorms to campus food.
The Princeton Review released its Best Colleges rankings for 2027, highlighting schools in 50 student-driven categories ranging from happiest students and best dorms to campus food.
Police face backlash for using electric shock gloves in Nebraska schools
The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands.
The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands.
UCF unveils $90M Roth Tower transformation at Bounce House in time for 20th anniversary of on-campus football
UCF is celebrating 20 years of on-campus football with a newly completed $90 million renovation of the Roth Tower at the Bounce House.
UCF is celebrating 20 years of on-campus football with a newly completed $90 million renovation of the Roth Tower at the Bounce House.
College students can now pay tuition with PayPal or Venmo at some universities
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Some universities are now allowing students and their families to pay tuition through PayPal and Venmo. Here's what to know.
Pentagon threatens funding for 30 universities over ties to China
The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.
The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.
Seminole County schools adjust AC settings to cut energy costs, yield big savings
Seminole County Public Schools is changing how it operates air conditioning systems in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce electricity costs.
Seminole County Public Schools is changing how it operates air conditioning systems in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce electricity costs.
Colleges defend ‘content creator’ degree programs
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.
Jason Arday found dead after resigning amid plagiarism claims
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Harvard wins dismissal of Trump administration lawsuit over alleged harassment of Jewish students
A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard University of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment and antisemitism on campus.
A federal judge in Boston has dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard University of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment and antisemitism on campus.
Cristo Rey High School students participate in 2nd annual draft day
Cristo Rey High School students are diving into career fields, learning who they'll work for during the 2026-27 school year. FOX 35's Marley Capper spoke with the pumped up students excited to experience "draft day" at the Doctor Phillips Center.
Cristo Rey High School students are diving into career fields, learning who they'll work for during the 2026-27 school year. FOX 35's Marley Capper spoke with the pumped up students excited to experience "draft day" at the Doctor Phillips Center.
Florida State University hit with federal civil rights investigation over race, sex-based scholarship programs
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
The Equal Protection Project's complaint targets 32 Florida State University scholarships it alleges discriminate based on race or sex via donors.
Houston ISD superintendent responds to teacher's viral video: 'That is why we're here'
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
University of Michigan to drop letter grades for some freshmen in 2027
The University of Michigan Ann Arbor is looking out for their students' mental health. So, they’re doing away with grades for some of them.
The University of Michigan Ann Arbor is looking out for their students' mental health. So, they’re doing away with grades for some of them.
Houston ISD teacher posts emotional video on students' reading ability
A high school teacher said on social media that his senior students struggled with a reading assignment.
A high school teacher said on social media that his senior students struggled with a reading assignment.
K9 Starts New School Year with Students at Lyman High School
The Longwood Police Department’s newest K9 member, Scout, is heading to class. As one of the department's dedicated weapon detection dogs, Scout will patrol the halls of Lyman High School to help ensure a safe and secure learning environment for students and staff. Officer Angus and Scout joined Good Day Orlando to discuss his new campus duties.
The Longwood Police Department’s newest K9 member, Scout, is heading to class. As one of the department's dedicated weapon detection dogs, Scout will patrol the halls of Lyman High School to help ensure a safe and secure learning environment for students and staff. Officer Angus and Scout joined Good Day Orlando to discuss his new campus duties.
Osceola County approves AI-powered cameras to catch drivers passing stopped school buses
Drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses in Osceola County will soon face cameras designed to detect violations after the school board approved a new contract with Verra Mobility.
Drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses in Osceola County will soon face cameras designed to detect violations after the school board approved a new contract with Verra Mobility.
These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Back-to-School: Crooms Academy celebrates 100th aniversary
As students returns to school, Crooms Academy in Sanford is celebrating its 100th anniversary. FOX 35's David Martin talks with Crooms Academy's principal Dr. Brandon Hanshaw about the first day back and the school's history.
As students returns to school, Crooms Academy in Sanford is celebrating its 100th anniversary. FOX 35's David Martin talks with Crooms Academy's principal Dr. Brandon Hanshaw about the first day back and the school's history.
Central Florida back-to-school guide 2026: First day dates, bus routes, key info
Public schools across Central Florida will start the 2026–27 school year on Monday, Aug. 10, with Orange County Public Schools beginning one day later on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
Public schools across Central Florida will start the 2026–27 school year on Monday, Aug. 10, with Orange County Public Schools beginning one day later on Tuesday, Aug. 11.