Alachua County Public School families:

Alachua County Public Schools is once again partnering with the Alachua County Health Department, the University of Florida and other community partners to provide free flu immunizations to all students. Students will be immunized using Flu Mist, a gentle mist sprayed into the nose. It’s a safe and effective way to protect your child andContinue reading “Alachua County Public School families:”

ACCPTA Supports One Mill for Alachua County Schools

During the recession in 2008, Alachua County Public Schools were in the difficult position of having tocut back on art and music teaching positions and librarians due to funding cuts. Other vital schoolprograms and positions, including school counselors and nurses, career and technical education andmagnet programs, and classroom technology were also at risk. The communityContinue reading “ACCPTA Supports One Mill for Alachua County Schools”

Virtual ESE Transition Workshop

ESE Families: You are invited to learn more about planning for your child’s future success at a Virtual Transition Workshop sponsored by the Alachua County Council of PTAs and Alachua County Public Schools. District ESE Supervisors will share information about graduation, diploma and transition options for 18-22 year old ESE students. Information for contacting local transitionContinue reading “Virtual ESE Transition Workshop”

Nearly $400,000 in college scholarships earmarked for seventh and eighth-grade students

Gainesville, FL – The Education Foundation of Alachua County has opened its Take Stock in Children program applications for seventh- and eighth-grade students. Take Stock in Children is a scholarship and mentoring program that provides students with high school success and college readiness services. Each student is matched with a volunteer mentor who meets withContinue reading “Nearly $400,000 in college scholarships earmarked for seventh and eighth-grade students”