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Making strides to identify more minority students in the district's gifted program

9/16/2015

Last year at one of the Duval County School Board Workshops, board members and Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti discussed plans to increase the number of minority students in the district’s gifted program. This summer, the district’s “Real Talk” delved into the topic which peaked my interests.

Baptist Health is focused on dispelling stigmas surrounding mental illness

9/3/2015

Guest blogger, Cortney D. Surrency of Baptist Health shares information about a free community event to dispel stigmas surrounding mental illness. Learn more about the efforts being made to bridge the gap between clergy, faith leaders and mental health professionals.

Key fall dates for teacher leaders in Duval schools

8/31/2015

Welcome back to school, teachers! We can't wait to see what amazing things you and your students are going to do this year. As you plan your fall, don't forget these important dates and opportunities to extend your leadership, get your innovative idea funded and be inspired by your fellow educators.

Keep reading to get these key dates on your calendar.

What’s next for proposed boundary, magnet program changes

8/28/2015

Last week, the Duval County School Board briefly discussed beginning community engagement around two of Superintendent Nikolai Vitti’s proposals that would affect a significant number of students.

Continue reading to download the full proposal.

Calling public school teachers, PowerUP Jax $500 grant applications are being accepted now!

8/26/2015

Teachers — do you have innovative ideas that will raise student achievement? PowerUP Jax can help you get the funding you need to do creative projects in your classroom.

Applications are currently being accepted until September 14!