Judge blocks Trump plan to curb DEI initiatives at schools
A federal judge has struck down two Trump administration memos threatening to cut school funding over diversity, equity and inclusion programs, siding with teachers’ unions in a major legal battle.
Federal judge rules Florida’s pronoun law for teachers is unconstitutional
A federal judge in Florida has ruled that the state’s law requiring teachers to use pronouns that match a student’s sex at birth amounts to discrimination, conflicting with federal protections against employment discrimination based on sex.
Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
Federal judge rules part of Florida school book law unconstitutional
Siding with publishers and authors, a federal judge Wednesday ruled that a key part of a 2023 Florida law that has led to books being removed from school library shelves is “overbroad and unconstitutional.”
Brevard Public Schools ban on all personal tech for students prompts backlash
Students in Brevard County schools can no longer use cellphones, personal laptops or tablets during the school day under a new policy approved Tuesday night by the school board.
Seminole County family frightened after school bus mix-up
A Seminole County family says they were left panicked when their child failed to get off his school bus.
Ranking the best and worst community colleges in 2025
There are many things to consider when selecting a school like tuition costs and class offerings, and these community colleges earn high grades. See the list.
Orange County deputies launch new unit to track, stop school threats
With the start of the school year approaching, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out a specialized unit to investigate and prevent threats, including those targeting local schools.
Trump orders universities to hand over college admissions data on race
President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
Osceola County cracks down on speeding in school zones ahead of school year
As thousands of Osceola County students prepare to return to class on Monday, deputies are stepping up enforcement in school zones, where speeders have already racked up more than 17,000 tickets this year.
When does school start in Central Florida? Here's a list of first days for area schools
Wondering when school starts in the Orlando area? To help families get ready, FOX 35 News has compiled a list of first-day dates for Central Florida schools.
Brevard Teacher's Union calling on superintendent to re-hire teacher fired for using student's nickname
The Brevard Federation of Teachers is calling on the Brevard superintendent to bring back a beloved teacher.
Florida teacher disciplined over student nickname barred from Brevard schools
A former Brevard County high school teacher disciplined by the state for violating Florida’s parental rights law says she’s ready to return to the classroom, but district officials are not allowing her back just yet.