A substitute teacher was arrested last Thursday after she was found possessing fentanyl while in an employee bathroom at Oceanway Middle School, according to arrest reports.
Duval County residents have a chance to weigh in on Thursday on proposed elementary school boundary changes, as officials hold a public meeting to gather feedback before any decisions are made.
The Duval County School Board is expected to discuss the “Schools of Hope” law during their Tuesday morning meeting.
A Duval County mom said repeated missed school bus pickups are putting both her sons’ education and her nursing job at risk. Now, the district and its bus contractor said they’re working on a solution.
The Class of 2025 set a district record as Duval County Public Schools reported a historically high graduation rate Tuesday, with gains across every student subgroup and at nearly every high school.
The Duval County School Board has rejected requests from Miami-based Mater Academy to open charters in two Jacksonville schools under the “Schools of Hope” law.
Duval County School Board voted 4-3 to add Schools of Hope to their legislative agenda during a meeting on Tuesday night. Schools of Hope is a controversial law that allows charter schools to share space with underutilized public schools.
Before Duval County Public Schools students return to class on Wednesday, DCPS and Farah & Farah will launch a new public education initiative on Tuesday, urging drivers to stop for school buses and slow down in school zones.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary students were “safely transported” to Ed White High School after a power outage disrupted school activities on Friday afternoon, according to Duval County Public Schools.
A man was arrested Wednesday in Texas after he was accused of making online threats that prompted lockouts at four Duval County Public Schools, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
A former substitute teacher assigned to Lake Shore Middle School is accused of encouraging two students to fight while on school grounds, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Four Duval County schools remained on a precautionary lockout Tuesday as law enforcement continued to investigate reported threats made by a non-custodial parent, according to Duval County Public Schools.
Four Duval County schools were placed on lockout Monday afternoon due to “police activity in the area,” according to Duval County Public Schools.
Two Jacksonville councilmembers will meet Monday morning to discuss Duval County Public Schools’ plan to consolidate schools.
Duval County parents expressed continued concern after the school board did not move forward with a resolution for the expansion of Florida’s Schools of Hope program.
State Representative Kimberly Daniels is raising concerns to Duval County Schools justification for school consolidations. She says looking into the numbers, something is not adding up. News4JAX also took a look at school consolidations and enrollment patterns at consolidated schools.
Duval County Public Schools will host a District Interview Day for prospective employees districtwide on Tuesday.
The Duval County School Board will vote Monday evening on whether to change high school boundaries and consolidate several schools across Jacksonville.
Duval County school leaders met Tuesday morning to discuss the possible consolidation of two schools, Anchor Academy and Mayport Elementary, and later in the day to discuss two more: R.L Brown Gifted and Talented Academy and Long Branch Elementary
Duval County Schools are once again considering consolidating schools, this time focusing on Mayport Elementary and Anchor Academy as part of an effort to optimize its resources.
The Duval County School Board on Tuesday approved not only a $17.2 million sale of its riverfront headquarters but also the purchase of a new HQ location: the Dream Finders building on Prominence Parkway off Baymeadows Road.
A long-awaited vision for Jacksonville’s riverfront is finally taking shape, as Chase Properties prepares to turn the Duval County School Board’s former headquarters into a luxury, mixed-use destination.
The Duval County School Board passed a new $17.2 million offer for its riverfront headquarters, following last month’s failed negotiations with Fleet Landing.
Duval County Schools is once again considering a move away from its headquarters on the St. Johns River after a potential buyer withdrew from the deal as the school district now has a new front-runner interested in purchasing the Southbank property.
During School Bus Safety Week, a Duval County driver opens up about the real-life challenges behind the wheel — from keeping students safe to dealing with distracted drivers. Plus, how new technology is helping track students and bring peace of mind to parents.
The Duval County School Board’s decision to turn down a $20 million bid for its riverfront headquarters has ignited a deeper look at what other offers were in the running — and what they promised to bring.
More than a dozen students accused of attacking another student in a Jacksonville school have been issued juvenile civil citations and face possible charges, according to Duval County Public Schools (DCPS).
The Jacksonville City Council is expected to vote on a resolution on Tuesday that could change how the Duval County School Board gets legal advice by allowing the board to hire its own attorney.
The grandmother of a Duval County Public Schools student says her family is now speaking with an attorney after her 11-year-old grandson was attacked by more than 10 teammates inside a Landmark Middle School locker room.
Since Duval County School Board members opted out of a proposal that would have sold the district’s riverfront headquarters, questions loom about the site’s future.
In a unanimous 0–7 vote, board members rejected a proposal that would have sold the district’s riverfront headquarters to Fleet Landing, a nonprofit planning to redevelop the site into a retirement community.
Duval County Schools is preparing to vote on a significant proposal that could move its district headquarters away from the Southbank riverfront location it has occupied for decades. However, District 3 Board Member Cindy Pearson expressed concerns about the deal on Facebook hours before the vote takes place on Tuesday afternoon, calling it “bad deals for DCPS and taxpayers.”
Duval County Schools is preparing to vote on a significant proposal that could move its district headquarters away from the Southbank riverfront location it has occupied for decades. However, District 3 Board Member Cindy Pearson expressed concerns about the deal on Facebook hours before the vote takes place on Tuesday afternoon, calling it “bad deals for DCPS and taxpayers.”
Duval County teachers are being given the chance to participate in learning programs that will further advance civics and U.S. History education.
As the Duval County School Board prepares for a pivotal vote on the future of its Southbank headquarters, some Jacksonville residents are raising concerns about what could take its place.
Duval County schools are introducing a new concept called “traffic gardens” to teach students about road safety, and Twin Lakes Academy Elementary is among the schools implementing the program.
Duval County schools are taking action to improve pedestrian safety for students after a troubling start to the school year that has seen six students hit by cars, with one incident ending in a fatality.
A Duval County Public Schools staff member received counseling on proper document disposal protocols after confidential student records were found scattered across a Northwest Jacksonville intersection in July.
The Duval County School Board is poised to make a big move Tuesday night in the process of potentially relocating the district’s headquarters.
After losing two students to traffic crashes near campus, Ed White High School is taking innovative steps to protect its students with reflective-striped jackets as part of their uniform options.
The mother of a Westside High School student, who was body slammed by a teacher while playing musical chairs, said she hopes taking legal action against the school employee will lead to his removal from the Duval County Public Schools system.
The Duval County Public Schools’ headquarters building could be sold sooner rather than later, and officials with the purchasing group said they plan to build a retirement community after tearing down the Southbank building.
The Duval County Public Schools Board is expected to vote in September on selling its administrative headquarters and buying a new home in Baymeadows.
Duval County Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier shared a safety reminder after a middle school student died and another student was injured in crashes during the first week of school.
A Jacksonville mom is calling for change in a Northside neighborhood near where a young teenager was hit while trying to cross an intersection.
Two Duval County public schools that got an overhaul opened to students for the first time on Monday.
More than 130,000 students are returning to class in Duval County Public Schools, starting Monday. DCPS, which is the 18th largest school district in the U.S., includes 197 schools served by 11,560 staff members. And for the first time, they will be attending school in an “A” district.
A local church on Phoenix Avenue hosted a Back-to-School Jump-Off event Sunday morning, providing school supplies to children in need as summer break wraps up.
Currently, all city agencies, including the school board, must rely on the OGC for legal representation. Supporters of the change believe it could attract better candidates and potentially save the district money. However, some board members and community members worry the move is politically motivated.
With school starting in less than a week, Southside Estates Elementary School opened its doors on Thursday, unveiling the 101,000-square-foot campus.
The Duval County School Board has approved a measure to change school boundaries for the 2026-2027 academic year, with the goal of better balancing student populations across the district.
Duval County Public Schools has implemented significant policy changes over the past year to enhance student safety and prevent employee misconduct. We look at what those policy changes are and what caused the need for the changes.
R.V. Daniels consolidated into R.L. Brown at the end of last school year. The principal shares how they're preparing for the new school year, and a community member shares the emotional impact of losing a neighborhood school.
The Duval County School Board’s recent achievement of its first-ever “A” grade could be the beginning of potential growth for Jacksonville’s housing market.
The Nassau County School District made history in the 2024-2025 school year. Based on the latest rankings released by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), Nassau County was ranked the number one school district in Florida, earning an “A” rating for every single school in the district.
After Duval County Public Schools earned an “A” grade for the first time in history, Superintendent Christopher Bernier praised the district’s efforts to achieve that milestone.
Jacksonville community members remained persistent in sending a message to the Duval County School Board about their disapproval of recent changes to the district’s diversity, equity and inclusion policy.
The Duval County School Board approved a comprehensive initiative called “Duval Reimagine,” which is aimed at reshaping the district’s approach to school infrastructure and student distribution.
The Duval County School Board is set to vote on a proposed comprehensive initiative called “Duval Reimagine,” an 81-page strategic blueprint that could reshape the district’s approach to school infrastructure and student distribution.
Beginning next school year, Duval County Public Schools will cut free lunch provided through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). Families will need to complete a free or reduced-price meal application or be certified by the state to get assistance.
Beginning next school year, Duval County Public Schools will cut free lunch provided through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). Families will need to complete a free or reduced-price meal application or be certified by the state to get assistance.
A substitute teacher was arrested Tuesday after police found two guns, three bags of ammo, and 14 magazines in his car on the campus of Southside Estate Elementary School, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
A substitute teacher at Southside Estates Elementary School was arrested Tuesday after officers found his car loaded with weapons and ammunition inside.
A Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) police officer was arrested Sunday and accused of multiple charges, including domestic battery by strangulation.
The Duval County School Board voted 6 to 1 on Tuesday night to remove all mentions of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs from its business enterprise policy.
In a decision that has sparked significant debate, the Duval County School Board voted 6 to 1 to implement changes to the district’s health education program.
Duval County students continued their fight on Tuesday to keep funding for accelerated programs, including advanced placement, International Baccalaureate, dual enrollment and career and technical education.
A district spokesperson said that because it “is an active – and therefore confidential – investigation" it was not able to provide any additional information.
For high school seniors or college students getting ready to apply for financial aid, the Duval County Public Schools Parent Academy is hosting a webinar to help families with their applications.
Duval County Public Schools is holding a meeting to begin the process of boundary change recommendations for 13 Westside-area elementary schools on Thursday.
A last-minute push to pass an emergency resolution supporting state funding for education acceleration programs -- like Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Dual Enrollment -- didn’t make the cut at Tuesday night’s Jacksonville City Council meeting.
A Lake Shore Middle School employee was charged with child abuse after a physical interaction with a student on Wednesday, according to Duval County Public Schools.
The City of Jacksonville launched a citywide Build Challenge with Minecraft Education for students in Duval County.
The City of Jacksonville is launching a citywide Minecraft build challenge, inviting students to reimagine iconic Jacksonville public spaces.
As the Florida Legislature considers two bills that could slash funding for popular acceleration programs in public schools, students, parents and school district leaders are sharing vocal opposition to the changes.
Duval County Public Schools could lose up to $8 million in funding if proposed changes to state laws pass, potentially cutting 50% of financial support for critical student programs like Advanced Placement and Career Education.
Senate Bill 140 could significantly impact how school districts buy or sell property, prompting reactions from Duval County parents and leaders.
The Duval County School Board (DCPS) will vote Tuesday on whether to return a challenged book to high school shelves.
A bill to change how Florida school districts communicate with parents after an employee misconduct issue or arrest is one step away from hitting the Senate floor for a final vote.
The changes relate to how employees and students communicate and interact with each other. The goal is to keep things as professional as possible.
The Duval County School Board settled a lawsuit for an undisclosed amount of money after a student died from an allergic reaction to nuts last year.
News4JAX obtained hundreds of pages of documents related to Duval County School's investigation into a former Douglas Anderson School of the Arts teacher accused of inappropriate behavior.
The father of a high school student who died in 2023 after suffering a nut-related allergic reaction at a school function has reached a settlement with Duval County Public Schools.
An office assistant at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School recounted a concerning incident to the Duval County School Board, detailing her experience administering insulin to a student on January 31, which has sparked questions about the adequacy of training and the school district's diabetes policy.
Duval County Public Schools rivals William M. Raines High School and Jean Ribault High School will play in an exhibition game on Friday at VyStar Ballpark.
Communication could soon look different for students and employees at Duval County Public Schools following a Tuesday discussion by the school board.
Months after former Douglas Anderson teacher Jeffrey Clayton was sentenced to a decade behind bars for crimes against students, a new bill is taking a look at the process of notification.
Duval County Public Schools announced new scheduling changes Wednesday for middle and high school students for the 2025-2026 school year.
The Duval County School Board held a workshop Tuesday where it discussed a potential change to its employee conduct policy.
An investigation into a 59-year-old elementary school teacher began last summer after the woman was accused of forcing her way into a Jacksonville apartment to retrieve items that she said belonged to her adult son, according to an arrest warrant.
Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) has launched a safety initiative called “Be Safe. Be Seen.” to address a growing crisis: students being hit by cars.
