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I-TEAM: 10 months & $36K later, mayor & DCPS at standstill over active shooter security contract

The shooting on the campus of a Nashville Christian school that resulted in the deaths of three students and three staff members is again raising concerns and questions about school safety.

Duval County school police arrest music teacher accused of lewd conduct involving student

The Duval County School Police Department on Wednesday arrested a longtime music teacher at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts accused of lewd conduct involving a student, district officials said.

Statewide teachers union, other groups file lawsuit challenging Florida’s library book rules

Several groups are now challenging Florida’s rules that restrict what books and media are available in public schools.

Local, national organizations partner to recruit, retain teachers amid ongoing shortage

As the state of Florida continues to grapple with a shortage of public school teachers, some local districts are partnering with local and national organizations to advance recruitment and retention efforts.

Supervisor of Duval schools’ library, media review process resigns from role

The head of Duval County Public Schools’ instructional materials and media services submitted her letter of resignation from the leadership role, according to documents obtained by News4JAX.

UPDATE: DCPS retracts info on curriculum review committee, citing ‘premature email’

The Duval County Public Schools committee, tasked with reviewing and reconsidering teaching materials, instructional media and library books, is taking shape, according to an email from the district’s Supervisor of Instructional Materials and Media Services, Michelle Dibias.

Duval County middle, high schools to have enhanced security precautions Tuesday

High schools and middle schools in Duval County will have extra security measures in place Tuesday, five years after the deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland.

New committee forming to allow parent, stakeholder participation in DCPS curriculum review

Duval County Public Schools is in the market for “parents and community members” who want a hand in reviewing instructional materials used in the county’s classrooms.

As DCPS scrambles to review media centers, charter schools remain exempt

Duval County school administrators, media specialists and librarians are “erring on the side of caution” as they work to comply with a new state law restricting certain topics in school libraries and classroom book collections.

Ribault High School seniors earn scholarships for participating in school-to-work mentoring program

Ribault High School students were honored Thursday morning at a scholarship presentation that recognized their dedication and perseverance through their involvement in the Big Brother Big Sisters “Beyond School Walls” workforce readiness-mentoring program.

Mandarin Middle lockdown lifted; principal says no gun found during search of campus

A lockdown was lifted Thursday afternoon at Mandarin Middle School, according to a message sent to students’ families.

DCPS students have a say in the district’s direction, thanks to newly resurrected group

Elijah Melendez-Eyster is a senior at Mandarin High School and part of the Jacksonville Association of Governing Students, or “JAGS,” a recently-rebooted initiative by Duval County Public Schools, aimed at providing students with a direct conduit to the highest offices in the district.

Parents react to empty classroom, library shelves as DCPS continues book review

Parents have been surprised to find their schools’ bookshelves empty during the review process as districts across the state perform a mass review of all classroom libraries and media centers.

DCPS errs ‘on the side of caution’ in clearing schools of content condemned by DeSantis administration

Duval County Public Schools is performing a mass review of all classroom libraries and media centers throughout the district after the Florida Department of Education handed down directives parallel to new state law.

Northwest Jacksonville elementary will be most modern school in district once completed, district says

A Northwest Jacksonville school that was described as dilapidated is in the middle of a major renovation.

Pulitzer-winning playwright criticizes Duval County school for canceling student production

A student production of the stage play ‘Indecent’ at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts in Jacksonville was called off by school administrators, citing ‘inappropriate’ dialog.

DCPS highlights options for families with ‘School Showcase Saturday’

The "School Showcase Saturday” event was for parents interested in VPK, magnet schools or special transfer options.

JASMYN CEO addresses controversial Instagram post during Duval County School Board meeting

The CEO of JASMYN, a group that provides resources for the LGBTQ community, addressed the Duval County School Board during Tuesday’s meeting — following DCPS’ decision to end its decades-long services agreement with the organization.

Code Yellow lockdown lifted after fireworks set off on campus of Jacksonville high school

A high school on Jacksonville’s Westside was placed on a Code Yellow lockdown Wednesday after fireworks were set off on the campus, according to Duval County Public Schools.

DCPS leaders approve supplemental curriculum for sex education

Duval County Public Schools leaders have approved a refurbished set of sex education lessons for middle and high school students after hours of discussion during Tuesday’s board meeting.

New curriculum for sex education at DCPS to be voted on Tuesday

A vote is expected Tuesday night on how sex ed will be taught in Duval County Public Schools. The original curriculum was tossed out—because of concerns it didn’t meet new state laws.

Jacksonville school teachers get shopping spree to restock classroom

Teachers from Hidden Oaks Elementary got a shopping spree as an early holiday gift. A local Office Depot gave them money to spend in-store and help them restock their classrooms and support their students’ education.

Group of DCPS educators, parents to call for return of JASMYN partnership following controversy

An organization of Duval County Public Schools teachers and staff plan to speak out against the district’s recent decision to cut ties with a local LGBTQ advocacy group, JASMYN.

School lockdown cleared after ‘suspicious person’ reported near Lake Shore Middle

The campus at Lake Shore Middle School was on a temporary Code Red lockdown Thursday morning after a bus driver reported seeing a suspicious person with a weapon approach the school.

Additional charges filed against DCPS custodian accused of child sexual battery

The State Attorney’s Office has filed additional charges against a Duval County Public Schools custodian accused of child sexual battery.

DCPS ends over 20-year relationship with LGBTQ advocacy group over ‘inappropriate’ materials

Duval County Public Schools ended its decades-long services agreement with JASMYN, an organization that provides resources for the LGBTQ community, citing the perceived use of materials deemed to be inappropriate for children.

I-TEAM looks into history of DCPS custodian arrested on child sexual battery, kidnapping charges

The News4JAX I-TEAM is looking into the history of a Duval County Public Schools custodian arrested on child sexual battery and kidnapping charges.

DCPS custodian arrested, charged with sexual battery on child & kidnapping

A long-time school custodian with Duval County Public Schools faces multiple charges including sex battery on a child and kidnapping.

Duval County Schools Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene receive evaluation from school board

DCPS Superintendent, Dr. Diana Greene, was given an annual evaluation by the school board Tuesday.

Loaded gun found in student’s backpack at Jacksonville elementary school, police say

A loaded gun was found Wednesday afternoon in a student’s backpack at Arlington Elementary School, according to Duval County School Police Chief Greg Burton.

1 out of 4 Duval County charter schools get ‘D’ or ‘F’ grades from state

Ten of Duval County’s 40 charter schools are now working to improve their operations after receiving “D” or “F” grades from the state.

Duval County School Board reviews refurbished sex education curriculum after pulling materials midyear

After abruptly postponing the legally required presentation of the district’s supplemental health curriculum in September, the Duval County School Board reviewed the new proposed plan for how the district will teach students about reproductive health and disease prevention.

Duval School Board votes in favor of plan for emergency family reunification

The Duval County School Board on Monday night voted in favor of a critical new plan designed to help students and parents in case of a mass casualty event on a school’s campus.

Man who tried to enter Jacksonville elementary school wielding ax identified

Duval County Public Schools on Friday afternoon confirmed one of its elementary schools was locked down after a report of a suspicious person who was wielding an ax outside the school.

3 students hurt when Duval County school bus collides with box truck on I-95: FHP

Three Duval County students and two other people were hurt Wednesday morning when a school bus collided with a box truck on Interstate 95 near Eighth Street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Welcome back! School is in session for students in Northeast Florida

Duval County Public Schools have made a decision regarding students returning to school after officials closed all schools ahead of Ian making landfall in Northeast Florida.

DCPS accessing Ian damage, will make decision on Monday classes this weekend

Duval County Public School announced Thursday that officials will use Friday to assess any damage to schools due to Tropical Storm Ian, close down shelter operations and begin cleaning up their campuses.

No mandatory evacuations for Hurricane Ian, Jacksonville mayor says

After declaring a state of emergency for Duval County ahead of Hurricane Ian, Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry announced Wednesday morning that based on the Category 4 storm’s current trajectory, he would NOT be issuing mandatory evacuation orders for the county.

‘It could possibly be a hybrid of Irma’: Duval County to declare state of emergency, close schools

Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry declared a state of emergency for Duval County and the activation of the Emergency Operations Center, effective at noon Wednesday, as Category 3 Hurricane Ian tracks toward Florida.

Atlantic Beach police arrest school safety officer accused of inappropriately touching teen

A now-former school safety officer accused of inappropriately touching a teenager was arrested Tuesday by the Atlantic Beach Police Department on multiple charges, according to authorities.

Superintendent responds after state sends letter outlining ‘major concerns’ in wake of searing grand jury report

The Duval County School Board met Thursday morning to discuss the findings of a bombshell grand jury report that found the school’s police force underreported crimes to the state.

No arrest made after threat made at Duval County elementary school: incident report

There was no arrest made after a school threat incident Monday at Mayport Coastal Sciences Elementary, according to an incident report obtained Wednesday by News4JAX.

Duval County Public Schools has laptops and hotspots available for students in need

Duval County Public Schools has laptops and hotspots available for students in need.

Loretto Elementary School evacuated due to gas leak

Loretto Elementary School was evacuated Monday due to a gas leak, News4JAX has learned.

Parent in custody after threats made against Duval County elementary school

A parent was placed in custody Monday after allegedly making threats against Mayport Coastal Sciences Elementary School, according to the principal.

Property tax for Duval schools will be levied next year

The Duval County Property Appraiser said Friday that homeowners and property owners will not pay a new tax until 2023.

Student accused of making social media threat aimed at Atlantic Coast High School

A student is accused of making a social media threat aimed at Atlantic Coast High School, the principal said Friday.

Duval school board acknowledges major issues in grand jury report, says changes have been made

The Duval County School Board met Thursday morning to discuss the findings of a bombshell grand jury report that found the school’s police force underreported crimes to the state.

Now that the property tax for Duval County Schools has passed, questions remain

It's still not clear when Duval County homeowners will get a higher tax bill to fund higher pay for teachers. Voters approved the property tax rate hike on Tuesday, but the details of when it will take effect are still not clear.

Duval teachers may not see benefits from tax referendum until next school year, property appraiser says

While Tuesday night represented a big win for supporters of Duval County’s property tax referendum to fund pay raises for teachers, it could be longer than expected before that revenue lands in teachers’ paychecks.

Students stage walkout to demand safer schools and COVID-19 protections

The protest is the latest in a wave of walkouts by students in cities across the nation.

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