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.

Florida teacher shortage continues with school start just weeks away

Many students in Central Florida are heading back to the classroom in about two weeks and districts are still working to find hundreds of teachers.

Teacher saved son from choking, Florida mom says

The Crystal Lake Elementary School teacher will be recognized at a school board meeting later this month.

Disclaimer sticker to be added to page featuring 'Don't Say Gay' walkout in school yearbook

Students at one Florida high school told FOX 35 News they feel like their voices were heard after school board members took action on a yearbook controversy that has made national headlines.

Students at Florida high school claim unfair censorship of yearbook

Some students in Seminole County are frustrated, claiming their protests of Florida's Parental Rights in Education law were censored by their school. The Lyman High School Yearbook Club found out they couldn't give out their yearbook as planned on Monday.

Driver sent to hospital after car crashed into retention pond

A driver was treated for injuries after crashing into a retention pond near the intersection of Gateway Dr. and Keller Rd.

Seminole HS shooting suspect moved to adult jail, held with no bond

Da’raveius Smith made his first appearance before a judge Tuesday afternoon after the State Attorney’s Office made the decision to try the 15-year-old as an adult. 

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.

Winter Springs HS students recognized for STEM research

Students in Seminole County are gearing up for this year's science fair. For two students - this comes on the heels of the announcement they placed in the top 300 in the country in last year's international fair.

Teen shot at Seminole High School out of 2nd surgery, family says

With his wrist bound together in red handcuffs, Da’raveius Smith made his first appearance before a judge Thursday morning. 

Seminole High students return to class after shooting inside school

Students at Seminole High School in Sanford are trying to get back to normal a day after a shooting on campus. Parents are questioning whether the school can ever be completely safe.

Seminole High School will be 'back to normal' after school shooting

Seminole County District Superintendent of Schools Serita D. Beamon says Thursday classes at Seminole High School will go on as planned. Even so, some parents and students are still on edge.

School violence on the rise: Leaders blame pandemic, social media

School violence is on the rise this year, according to officials. Some school leaders say they believe the increase, in part, was caused by the effect the COVID-19 pandemic had on the mental health of young people.