Duval superintendent credits staff and progress-monitoring as district earns first-ever "A" grade Superintendent Christopher Bernier told a joint meeting of the Jacksonville City Council and Duval County School Board that the district earned an "A" after gains in student achievement, doubled outcomes in Duval Ready diplomas and a graduation rate above 95% in traditional schools. Bernier outlined progress-monitoring practices the district uses (

Duval County Public Schools has achieved its first-ever district "A," with a graduation rate soaring above 95%, but the road ahead requires 12 more points to maintain this success!

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Council sponsor outlines $15 million package for workforce training, colleges and stadium work; members debate splits and funding sources A council bill would allocate $15 million across five projects — including $6 million for UNF, $5 million for FSCJ, $2.675 million for Edward Waters University, $3.25 million for a workforce industrial training center and $2.7 million for NEF(A/P) — and was discussed at length by council members and staff over applicability to Community Benefits (C

Jacksonville City Council is considering a game-changing $15 million investment spread across five key projects, but will it get the green light?

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Jacksonville High School discusses alma mater revisions amid community feedback Presentation on Jacksonville High School alma mater prompts discussion on historical accuracy.

The Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is rethinking its alma mater to better reflect community pride, but will it honor the school's rich history or embrace a modern identity?

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School District adjusts substitute pay to match teacher compensation increase District supports staff by aligning substitute pay with current teacher rates for consistency

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District is stepping up for substitute paraprofessionals by proposing a pay increase to match teachers, ensuring a stable environment for student success!

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Jacksonville students rally against funding cuts to AP and CTE programs Students urge Jacksonville City Council to oppose legislation threatening advanced education funding.

Fletcher High School students passionately rallied at a city meeting, fighting against drastic funding cuts that threaten their pathways to higher education and future careers.

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Jacksonville students advocate against education funding cuts in council meeting Students from Fletcher High School urge council to oppose Senate Bill 7030 cutting education resources.

Fletcher High School students took a stand at Jacksonville City Hall, passionately pleading for the preservation of vital education programs that shape their futures as proposed cuts loom.

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Mayport Lighthouse Association seeks support for historic lighthouse relocation project Council members advocate for relocating St. Johns River Lighthouse to boost Mayport revitalization.

Jacksonville is making waves in education and heritage with a Teacher of the Year recognition and a bold plan to relocate the historic St. Johns River Lighthouse!

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