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The EDDY Awards Experience Launches: Celebrating, Empowering and Elevating Duval County’s Teachers of the Year

10/2/2017

Last week, the Jacksonville Public Education Fund (JPEF) hosted the first EDDY Awards event of the year, Orientation, which aims to celebrate and elevate Duval County’s 176 school-level Teachers of the Year. We asked these incredible teachers to share some of their thoughts on what makes a high-quality teacher:

“A high-quality teacher understands that not everyone learns the same. They differentiate and they don’t let anything interrupt the process. They open their doors and try new things.”

How you can help those still recovering from Hurricane Irma

9/28/2017

Many are still recovering from the storm. We want to make sure you are aware of critical resources available to you and your community

How is the Duval County Teacher of Year Selected?

9/20/2017

The Teacher of the Year selection process is truly a community-led process. Because of this, the EDDY Awards has evolved beyond an awards ceremony to a program that aims to build a network of exemplary teachers who are leaders in the community and who work to improve our schools, student performance and the teaching profession. Read on to learn more about the selection process and how you can contribute to elevating teachers in Duval County. 

Jacksonville Jaguars to present Maira Martelo with NFL Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award

9/15/2017

Maira Martelo, JPEF Director of Community Mobilization, will be honored by the Jacksonville Jaguars during this Sunday’s home opener against the Tennessee Titans on Sept. 17 as the recipient of the NFL Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award.

Jacksonville Public Education Fund provides research, resources as Duval School Board embarks on search for new superintendent

8/30/2017

Strong district leadership plays a critical role in ensuring that Duval County’s students are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in life as well as meaningful contributors to our city. Throughout the superintendent search, Jacksonville Public Education Fund (JPEF) will support the Board by providing research and resources relevant to each stage of the search process.