Students fire back over prom dress code contract
Parents of students at Evans High School are scratching their heads after students came home with a dress code contract for the upcoming prom.
Proposed school bus depots sparks debate in Winter Garden
A group in Winter Garden is speaking out against a proposed bus depot Orange County Public Schools wants to build there.
Education proposal would redistribute $200 million from counties who voted for mask mandates
The “Putting Parents First” budget amendment to the Florida Public School Education Budget would redistribute $200 million from 12 school districts. Those districts voted for mandatory mask mandates last school year.
Controversial House budget proposal, some fear it could take millions from schools
Some school districts are not happy about a state budget proposal. Leaders fear it could take millions of dollars and resources from your child's school. At least three districts in our area could be impacted.
OCPS will stop providing excused absences for students not showing up due to COVID concerns
Beginning Monday, OCPS staff said they will no longer be able to provide excused absences for students being kept at home because of health and safety concerns due to COVID-19.
Orange County no longer excusing absences for students staying home over COVID-19 concerns
Orange County Public Schools announced on Wednesday announced that beginning Jan. 31, the district will no longer excuse absences should a parent choose to keep their child at home due to concerns over COVID-19.
Orange County schools mandates masks for all adults as COVID cases surge
Students are not required to mask up because of a state law but are encouraged to.
Masks mandatory for adults in Orange County Public Schools in January, superintendent says
Orange County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Jenkins said on Monday that all adults inside schools will be required to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status, through the month of January.
Orange County schools 'strongly encouraging' face masks for students, staff
Orange County students return to class on Tuesday.
Osceola County welcomes students back from winter break, sees high absentee rate due to COVID
The Osceola County School District is the first in Central Florida to welcome students back for the Spring 2022 semester.
Teen charged with attempted murder after shooting at East River High School, deputies say
Mandrel Harper was arrested on a warrant for Attempted Second Degree Murder with a Firearm and Discharging a Weapon on School Property.
Town hall held to discuss school fights, shooting at Carver Middle
A town hall was held at an Orlando middle school on Monday evening to discuss the violence at the school.
Orange County Schools: False threats, foolish pranks will have serious consequences
District officials ask that parents speak to their children regarding safety expectations and check their backpacks for items that are not allowed.
Boy with special needs spends hours on Orange County school bus, says parents
Mika Davis is having a hard time getting from school to his house. His parents say their son isn't able to speak, isn't potty-trained, and needs supervision and assistance. They say they have been dealing with bus delays since school started in August.
Wekiva High School officially launches Culinary Arts Magnet
Wekiva High School officially launched its Culinary Arts Magnet program this year and hundreds of students are enrolled. The teacher says this is the training ground for students to enter the industry.
Masks optional for everyone at Orange County Public Schools, officials say
Orange County Public Schools has announced that masks will now be optional for students in district buildings and vehicles.
New state program to help your child build their personal library
Teachers are focusing on ways to make sure your child is up to speed now that students are back in the classroom. The state is also rolling out a new reading initiative offering free support.
Mail carrier credited for busting up alleged fraud scheme
Mail carriers deliver mail from the post office to the appropriate mailboxes every day. One mail carrier in Orlando knew his route and his customers well enough to know something was not right.
Orange County Schools hold vaccine clinics for kids ages 5 to 11
After dismissal, any student in that age range can come to a designated high school to receive their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Orange County Schools rolls out new pilot program about law enforcement
Some Orange County Public School students are learning more about work in law enforcement in a new pilot program.