Department of Education releases school grade "simulations" based on proposals
12/10/2015
Today the Florida Department of Education released simulated school grades based on Commissioner Pam Stewart's proposed cut scores on the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) and a proposed new calculation for school grades.
Keep reading to learn more about this release and what it can and can't tell us and what the next steps are.
Read MoreDepartment of Education releases school grade "simulations" based on proposals
12/10/2015
Today the Florida Department of Education released simulated school grades based on Commissioner Pam Stewart's proposed cut scores on the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) and a proposed new calculation for school grades.
Keep reading to learn more about this release and what it can and can't tell us and what the next steps are.
Read MoreICYMI: 2015 Public Education Perceptions Poll on the top of the agenda
12/9/2015
Check out a round up of local coverage surrounding the annual poll. A special thanks and appreciation to the local news media and publications that continue to keep public education at the top of the agenda.
Read MoreJoin the efforts of "Instruments for Change"
12/7/2015
Instruments for Change is a collection drive from now until December 19 led by Duval County Public Schools in partnership with the Jacksonville Symphony, Jacksonville Public Library, Jacksonville Public Education Fund and Florida Blue to collect new or gently used musical instruments to distribute to students in need. Learn how you get involved with this wonderful effort that'll make a difference in the lives of children.
Read MoreGuest post: Seismic movements happening each day at GRASP Academy
12/4/2015
Recently, Donna Orender, a member of the Jacksonville Public Education Fund, had the opportunity to visit GRASP Academy, Duval’s school designed specifically for students with dyslexia. Here, she shares some of her reflections from visiting the school.
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President’s Corner: Reflecting on High School Graduation in a Pandemic
JPEF President Rachael Tutwiler Fortune shares her thoughts as the parent of a senior.
High school graduation has been a recurring theme in the life of JPEF President Rachael Tutwiler Fortune. In a new Q&A, Rachael shared what high school graduation means to her, and offered some words of inspiration for fellow parents who are w ...Read More
Half-penny sales tax will go on the ballot in fall 2020
Education advocates reacted to the news by saying they'll support the sales tax.
“This is a long-awaited historic moment in Duval County,” said JPEF President Rachael Tutwiler Fortune. “Our students need 21st century schools, and our independent research has shown that 78.5 percent of Duval County residents support ...Read More
Education Innovator Speaks in Jacksonville about What Students Need to Succeed in the 21st Century
JPEF also celebrated 10 years of impact and launched a new School Leadership Initiative.
Dr. Tony Wagner, an internationally acclaimed author and education innovator, shared a thought-provoking message about the future of education with more than 350 education and community leaders today as the keynote speaker of the Jacksonville Publ ...Read More