Here are the states with the most student loan debt
The average overall student debt has increased by 106% or 6.6% each year over 16 years.
The average overall student debt has increased by 106% or 6.6% each year over 16 years.
Florida school bus driver involved in crash that killed student has history of accidents, records show
FOX 35 News has learned new details about the 78-year-old driver's history of crashes this year, and that she was suspended for a short time after one of them.
FOX 35 News has learned new details about the 78-year-old driver's history of crashes this year, and that she was suspended for a short time after one of them.
Central Florida school leaders attend safety tour at Parkland school shooting site
Florida lawmakers and education leaders from across the country spent the weekend discussing school safety at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland. The group of more than 200 toured the site of the deadly school shooting - including school leaders from Central Florida.
Florida lawmakers and education leaders from across the country spent the weekend discussing school safety at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland. The group of more than 200 toured the site of the deadly school shooting - including school leaders from Central Florida.
US companies increasingly eliminate college degrees as requirement amid 'out-of-control' school costs
"If you are going to work for a tech company, what's more important? A college degree or practical experience that you can code," one entrepreneur said.
"If you are going to work for a tech company, what's more important? A college degree or practical experience that you can code," one entrepreneur said.
'The Cake Girl' relishes Hispanic heritage, Central Florida past
Kristina Lavallee is The Cake Girl. It’s a nickname she’s proud of, and it’s also the name of her successful business. The brand started in 2008 and has grown into a brick and mortar bakery in Tampa with nationwide reach online.
Kristina Lavallee is The Cake Girl. It’s a nickname she’s proud of, and it’s also the name of her successful business. The brand started in 2008 and has grown into a brick and mortar bakery in Tampa with nationwide reach online.
High school ACT test scores drop to 30-year low
The average scores in reading, science and math all were below benchmarks the ACT says students must reach to have a high probability of success in college courses.
The average scores in reading, science and math all were below benchmarks the ACT says students must reach to have a high probability of success in college courses.
Florida schools latest target in escalating cyber attacks
If school districts didn't have enough to deal with already, they're now having to keep a close eye out for hackers and scammers. In the last two months - at least two schools in Florida have been it by hackers or scammers. This includes Flagler Public Schools in Central Florida.
If school districts didn't have enough to deal with already, they're now having to keep a close eye out for hackers and scammers. In the last two months - at least two schools in Florida have been it by hackers or scammers. This includes Flagler Public Schools in Central Florida.
Document mentioning closure of Volusia County elementary school was 'mishap,' superintendent says
Volusia County school board members have clarified Read-Pattillo Elementary will not be facing closure after a staff document created confusion and panic.
Volusia County school board members have clarified Read-Pattillo Elementary will not be facing closure after a staff document created confusion and panic.
Florida school brawl: 11 students arrested at Matanzas High School after huge fight, deputies say
Nearly a dozen students at Matanzas High School in Florida are facing charges following a huge brawl Monday on campus, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Nearly a dozen students at Matanzas High School in Florida are facing charges following a huge brawl Monday on campus, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Volusia County Schools to consider closing decades-old Read-Pattillo Elementary
Volusia County Schools is considering closing Read-Pattillo Elementary, a decades-old school, much to the surprise of parents and teachers.
Volusia County Schools is considering closing Read-Pattillo Elementary, a decades-old school, much to the surprise of parents and teachers.
Family sues Florida city after officers handcuff their 9-year-old old son in elementary school mailroom
Florida parents are suing the city of Oviedo after their 9-year-old son was handcuffed while having a tantrum in the school mailroom.
Florida parents are suing the city of Oviedo after their 9-year-old son was handcuffed while having a tantrum in the school mailroom.
Inside Volusia County School's STEM bus
Volusia County Schools has a brand new bus -- one focused on STEM -- and outfitted with microscopes, science experiences, and other tools to foster interest in those areas. The district hopes to take the bus on the road to visit schools and community events throughout the country.
Volusia County Schools has a brand new bus -- one focused on STEM -- and outfitted with microscopes, science experiences, and other tools to foster interest in those areas. The district hopes to take the bus on the road to visit schools and community events throughout the country.
Osceola County School Board member gave alcohol to underage teen, forcibly tried to kiss her: Deputies
An Osceola County School Board member is facing criminal charges involving an 18-year-old, according to court records.
An Osceola County School Board member is facing criminal charges involving an 18-year-old, according to court records.
UCF athletic director's family rivalry heats up as Knights take on Kansas this week: 'A game you want to win'
Despite the number of connections, UCF AD Terry Mohajir said it’s easy to put all that aside and root for UCF.
Despite the number of connections, UCF AD Terry Mohajir said it’s easy to put all that aside and root for UCF.
World Teachers' Day freebies: Dunkin' giving free coffee to educators
World Teachers’ Day was created in 1994 to celebrate educators and all their contributions.
World Teachers’ Day was created in 1994 to celebrate educators and all their contributions.
Florida school district loses $700k in fraud scheme, sheriff says
The Flagler County School District has fallen victim to a fraud scheme, in which they lost more than 700 thousand dollars, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
The Flagler County School District has fallen victim to a fraud scheme, in which they lost more than 700 thousand dollars, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Apopka High School teacher arrested
An Apopka High School science teacher was arrested for allegedly sexually battering a teen after giving him edibles, wine, and beer
An Apopka High School science teacher was arrested for allegedly sexually battering a teen after giving him edibles, wine, and beer
Biden announces more student debt relief as payments resume after pandemic pause
The president has announced another $9 billion in federal student loan debt forgiveness. The relief will be provided through existing programs.
The president has announced another $9 billion in federal student loan debt forgiveness. The relief will be provided through existing programs.
Florida school teaching courses show students how to use Artificial Intelligence
School districts across the state are now embracing artificial intelligence in the classroom. In fact, some schools are now teaching students how to harness its power and use it.
School districts across the state are now embracing artificial intelligence in the classroom. In fact, some schools are now teaching students how to harness its power and use it.
Child care programs across the country lose subsidies from federal government
After two years of receiving federal subsidies, 220,000 child care programs across the country lost funding.
After two years of receiving federal subsidies, 220,000 child care programs across the country lost funding.