Duval County Parents Begin Intensive Advocacy Training Program
Now in its third year, the program has made a dramatic impact in Duval County, as graduates have led successful community projects on implicit bias, special education and many other issues.
2/10/2021
A diverse cohort of 16 parents has been selected to participate in Parents Who Lead, an intensive program on civic leadership that teaches parents how to be effective advocates for children.
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Jim Schmitt of Mandarin High is 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year
Mr. Schmitt was announced as the winner live on WJXT/Channel 4 at the 30th Annual EDDY Awards.
1/27/2021
Schmitt teaches U.S. History and Global Perspectives, inspiring his students to become ‘world citizens.’
Read MoreMeet the top five finalists for 2021 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year
One teacher will be given the county’s top teaching honor live on WJXT/Channel 4 on January 27.
12/1/2020
Jacksonville Public Education Fund Congratulates the Fellows Selected for the Teacher Leadership Initiative
More than 80 percent of Teachers of the Year applied to participate.
11/9/2020
Close to 50 teachers will receive first-class learning, coaching and support for projects in their schools.
Read MoreJacksonville Public Education Fund Thanks Voters for Supporting Public Schools Referendum
Voters overwhelmingly supported the half-penny for schools, by 67 percent.
11/3/2020
JPEF extends congratulations to the Duval County School Board and community groups that advocated for the measure, which passed 67 percent on Nov. 3.
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