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NUMBER ONE IN EDUCATION FREEDOM.
For the 5th STRAIGHT YEAR, @Heritage has ranked the Free State of Florida as the top state for education freedom in the country.
We will continue leading on parents' rights, school choice, and academic integrity in our schools.
85 YEARS OF IMPACT.
Yesterday, Commissioner @HenmackIII joined our Division of Blind Services at their 85th anniversary celebration in Tallahassee.
We’re committed to continuing our work to expand opportunity and accessibility for Floridians who are blind or visually impaired.
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Thank you Director Hay and the entire OSS team for the relentless focus on protecting Florida schools.
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Last night, we came together for our annual Fall Festival!
Between the splashes at the dunk tank and the laughs (and whipped cream!) at pie-in-the-face, there was no shortage of fun! It was a night full of school spirit and memories that make this tradition so special.
Protecting Florida’s students, educators, and school communities is a shared mission.
Tim Hay, Executive Director of our Office of Safe Schools, reinforced that message this week in a conversation with education leaders on emerging school safety challenges—and how we can break down silos, strengthen collaboration, and work together to create safer learning environments.
We’ll continue providing the resources, tools, and support needed to keep our students and educators safe.
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Super intelligence. Superhighways to success.
A $4 million investment awarded through @USDOE and ECMC Foundation is fueling the next chapter at @MDCollege: MDC ONE, our AI-driven intelligence platform designed to turn data into action, personalize the journey, and accelerate achievement.
The future of student success is personal. And we are building it.
Cybersecurity is national security—and we must be prepared by building a workforce equipped to protect our future.
Last month, we announced a partnership with @PolkState to launch a Cybersecurity Registered Apprenticeship program.
Apprentices in this program will train in computer forensics, system security, and ethical hacking while receiving PAID, on-the-job training.
Learn more about this critical program: fldoe.org/newsroom/blogs/pol…
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🌟CELEBRATING GOOD CHARACTER🌟
It’s been a colorful week across the @MCSDFlorida as students and staff celebrated Character Counts Week!
From respect and responsibility to kindness and citizenship, our schools highlighted the importance of putting good character into practice every day.
A special thank you to the @bgcmartincounty for helping make Character Counts Week special for our students!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
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📢 UPDATE: Three schools have been added, bringing the total to 50 Schools of Excellence.
🏆 BCPS schools earned the 2025/26 designation by ranking in the top 20% of their grade-level groups in at least two of the last three school years.
👏 Tag a school you’re proud of!
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/m/browardschools
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These seniors have the skills, ambition, and passion for their work we want to cultivate in every Florida student.
@EducationFL educators are committed to ensuring the next generation is ready for the future—whether that’s entrepreneurship, post-secondary education, or entering the workforce.
To these three outstanding students: keep building, keep creating, and I wish you continued success in the future!
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Florida law prohibits loyalty oaths and diversity statements in admissions, hiring, employment, promotion, tenure, disciplinary, and evaluation processes. Our public universities remain focused on qualifications, achievement, and merit.
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Miami Dade College and the City of Miami Gardens are launching a one-year registered apprenticeship to prepare the next generation of 911 dispatchers. The program combines paid work experience, hands-on training and classroom instruction to strengthen South Florida’s public safety workforce. Thanks to MDC Alumni Hall of Famer @ChiefNoelPratt for her partnership on this initiative, and to @MayorRHarris and MDC alum @RLStephens3_ for their continued leadership and support.
Kyla Hottz, a senior at Monarch High School, is having a MAJOR impact on the @browardschools community.
Her involvement in the community even includes raising $18,000 for Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and helping find a child who was lost.
Check out her story. ⬇️
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🎬🌟 All Access with Dr. Asplen is back, and this time we’re visiting South Woods Elementary School!
Join Superintendent Dr. Brennan Asplen as he takes us inside South Woods Elementary School to highlight the students, staff and learning experiences that make it such a special place to learn and grow!
🎥 Watch the latest episode and see what makes South Woods shine!
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Thank you @HenmackIII for spending time celebrating and encouraging school and district leaders at Chancellor’s Leadership Academy. Having you there certainly elevated the connection and critical thinking. The Bureau of Educator Recruitment, Development and Retention appreciates your leadership! @EducationFL
Yesterday, Commissioner @HenmackIII spoke with principals and school leaders from every corner of our state.
Our gains in reading, math, and graduation rates don’t happen by accident—they happen because school leaders keep the focus on mastery, not motion.
Florida’s educators are aligned: high expectations, teacher support, and pathways that prepare students for work and citizenship.
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Thank YOU for your leadership in helping to transform lives!
Thank you @HenmackIII for spending time celebrating and encouraging school and district leaders at Chancellor’s Leadership Academy. Having you there certainly elevated the connection and critical thinking. The Bureau of Educator Recruitment, Development and Retention appreciates your leadership! @EducationFL
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During National Transfer Student Week, I want to recognize that Florida has a nation-leading 2+2 Targeted Pathway Program that gives our students a clear, affordable route from a state college to a bachelor’s degree. fsw.edu/news/20261023-transf… @EducationFL @FLCollegeSystem
We are committed to ensuring our students and educators have a safe learning environment.
Our Office of Safe Schools will continue providing our districts, safe-school officers, and law enforcement partners with the resources needed to keep Florida's students and educators safe.
Learn more about our work and the Office of Safe Schools: fldoe.org/safe-schools/
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During #NationalTransferStudentWeek, we're celebrating the great 2+2 transfer programs that have made Florida the nation's model for transfer success!
Since 2006, more than 48,000 Valencia College grads have earned a bachelor's degree from @UCF, thanks to @DC2UCF. @EducationFL
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION.
Next Tuesday we are hosting the FINAL stop of our Science Standards listening tour.
Join us and share your thoughts on our draft standards directly with Commissioner @HenMackIII.
Yesterday, Commissioner @HenmackIII spoke with principals and school leaders from every corner of our state.
Our gains in reading, math, and graduation rates don’t happen by accident—they happen because school leaders keep the focus on mastery, not motion.
Florida’s educators are aligned: high expectations, teacher support, and pathways that prepare students for work and citizenship.