ONE by ONE Delegate shares her experience at the 2015 Convention
2/10/2015
As a Jacksonville native, I attended public schools, and even before having kids, I knew that's where I wanted mine to go. I think my early education played a huge part in who I am today, and I hope that attending public schools will also impart ambition and an open mind in my children. My family is lucky to live near an excellent neighborhood school, so between home and school, I know my kids will get what they need. But what about their classmates and peers around town, I wondered.
Guest blogger Kayla D. shares her excitement about the convention!
Read MoreFive finalists named for 2015 Duval County Teacher of the Year
2/6/2015
Five outstanding public school teachers today were named finalists for the 2015 Florida Blue Duval County Teacher of the Year.
Keep reading to learn more about the five finalists!
Read MoreFive finalists named for 2015 Duval County Teacher of the Year
2/6/2015
Five outstanding public school teachers today were named finalists for the 2015 Florida Blue Duval County Teacher of the Year.
Keep reading to learn more about the five finalists!
Read MoreDiscover Duval Schools goes to North Shore Elementary
2/4/2015
This is my first visit to a public elementary school since I have moved to Duval County -- and I'm not sure what I was expecting -- but what I experienced far surpassed any and all expectations.
One of our staff members, Maureen shares her experience at a local public school.
Read MoreDiscover Duval Schools goes to North Shore Elementary
2/4/2015
This is my first visit to a public elementary school since I have moved to Duval County -- and I'm not sure what I was expecting -- but what I experienced far surpassed any and all expectations.
One of our staff members, Maureen shares her experience at a local public 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