Jeffrey S. Solochek
Florida Head Start programs feeling the effects of federal shutdown
The big story: As the federal government shutdown enters its fourth week, some education services in Florida and…
How did Florida’s Schools of Hope debate arise?
The big story: The news that select charter schools have every intention to take advantage of a new…
Schools left out of Florida House property tax reduction plan
The big story: Florida Republican leaders have for months discussed their desire to reduce or eliminate property taxes.Gov.…
Florida schools debate open space as charter schools seek access
The big story: Much has been made of the Mater Academy charter school group’s recent effort to claim…
DeSantis backs investigating Florida teachers over Charlie Kirk comments
The big story: Gov. Ron DeSantis lent his support Wednesday to calls for investigations, and possible dismissals, of…
What role will court play in overcoming achievement gap in Florida schools?
The big story: Overcoming achievement gaps between Black and non-Black students has proven a stubborn problem for Pinellas…
DeSantis appoints another failed Florida school board candidate
The big story: Another failed school board candidate has found a way to the post she sought, with…
Florida law restricting school books is unconstitutional, judge rules
The big story: Florida’s anti-censorship advocates won a round this week in the Middle District of Florida.U.S. Judge…
How Florida’s new education chief is rattling schools with public threats
The X post by Florida’s education commissioner caught Hillsborough County school district officials off guard.It showed the cover…