Help your child thrive: Back-to-school homework strategies
Read full article: Help your child thrive: Back-to-school homework strategiesA study of the largest urban school districts in the U.S. found that students take an average of 112 standardized tests between Pre-K and 12th grade. While some students excel at test-taking, others can get stressed out.
SOUND OFF: Past, present school bus drivers, share your experience with us & what you think would make the job better
Read full article: SOUND OFF: Past, present school bus drivers, share your experience with us & what you think would make the job betterPast and current bus drivers, we want to hear from you. Share your experience driving a school bus and what you think would make the job better.
Beyond differences: Kids building friendships and saving lives
Read full article: Beyond differences: Kids building friendships and saving livesA recent Gallup poll found one in four young people are experiencing symptoms of loneliness. This comes after Surgeon General, Doctor Vivek Murthy described loneliness as an epidemic. We’re about to meet one woman who decided to do something about it. She discovered it’s the kids themselves who have the best chance to help one another.
Clay County students must follow district’s new cellphone policy as they head back to school Tuesday
Read full article: Clay County students must follow district’s new cellphone policy as they head back to school TuesdayThe more than 40,000 students in 43 schools going back to class in Clay County today are all under a new policy when it comes to cellphones and other wireless devices.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office takes over school security as new year begins
Read full article: Clay County Sheriff’s Office takes over school security as new year beginsThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office is handling security and safety once again for the district's schools after the School Board voted to disband the district's police force.
‘Safety is everybody’s job’: Traffic enforcement teams out in Duval County for first day of school
Read full article: ‘Safety is everybody’s job’: Traffic enforcement teams out in Duval County for first day of schoolJSO and DCPS Police are working together to not only keep kids safe in school, but also on their way to and from.
‘It’s not safe’: U.S. Highway stands in the way as students in Duval go back to school
Read full article: ‘It’s not safe’: U.S. Highway stands in the way as students in Duval go back to schoolMiddle and high school students who live within two miles of their school will no longer have a bus to pick them up. The change means hundreds of kids will now have to either walk or find their own ride.
Sulzbacher, VyStar team up to give away 500 backpacks with supplies ahead of new school year
Read full article: Sulzbacher, VyStar team up to give away 500 backpacks with supplies ahead of new school yearSulzbacher Village and VyStar Credit Union teamed up for a back-to-school giveaway for Duval County students on Saturday morning.
FBI leading campaign against online sextortion before students go back to school
Read full article: FBI leading campaign against online sextortion before students go back to schoolNo conversation may be as important as the one about the dangers of online predators and your child’s pictures and information ending up in the wrong hands.
Keeping your kids safe on the way to school: Clay County practices worst-case scenario with school bus
Read full article: Keeping your kids safe on the way to school: Clay County practices worst-case scenario with school busWith thousands of students getting ready for the school year, the transportation department in Clay County is working to make sure your kids are safe on the ride to school.
Back-to-school shopping on a budget: The Goodwill treasure hunt
Read full article: Back-to-school shopping on a budget: The Goodwill treasure huntFor many kids, the first day of school is all about two things: friends and fashion! The right outfit is crucial, and the latest drip can make all the difference. But with the average family spending over $400 on clothes and shoes, how can you keep your kids looking fresh without breaking the bank?
From student discounts to fixing your child’s sleep schedule, we have your last-minute back-to-school checklist
Read full article: From student discounts to fixing your child’s sleep schedule, we have your last-minute back-to-school checklistParents -- we know the scramble well! There's a lot do to get your kids ready to return to school. We have your last-minute checklist to start the year off right.
Duval students required to keep phones off and ‘out-of-sight’ inside bookbags during class
Read full article: Duval students required to keep phones off and ‘out-of-sight’ inside bookbags during classThe Duval County School Board has revised its “out-of-sight” cell phone policy under the Student Code of Conduct for the upcoming school year.
DCPS has been running ads to help boost enrollment amid ongoing slide. Only time will tell if it’s working
Read full article: DCPS has been running ads to help boost enrollment amid ongoing slide. Only time will tell if it’s workingAmid a dip in enrollment numbers in recent years, Duval County Public Schools has been running ads to try and recruit students to join the district.
Vaping, fentanyl, violence focus of new safety initiative for St. Johns, Flagler, Putnam, Volusia school districts
Read full article: Vaping, fentanyl, violence focus of new safety initiative for St. Johns, Flagler, Putnam, Volusia school districtsDistrict and state leaders in St. Johns, Flagler, Putnam and Volusia counties want to “change the script” when it comes to substance use and violence among students.
‘We’ve seen an increase’: FBI warns students about consequences of swatting ahead of the school year
Read full article: ‘We’ve seen an increase’: FBI warns students about consequences of swatting ahead of the school yearIn short, it’s when someone calls 911 or alerts authorities to a fake threat that causes a mass police response.
How to save big on groceries as students head back to school
Read full article: How to save big on groceries as students head back to schoolWith only one week until the school year begins for most students in our area, one thing is clear: kids need to eat. In a time when everything costs more, being savvy can lead to significant savings.
‘It felt great’: Thousands of students receive free backpacks, supplies, haircuts and more at Prime Osborn Center
Read full article: ‘It felt great’: Thousands of students receive free backpacks, supplies, haircuts and more at Prime Osborn CenterThousands of students are prepping to return to school soon, and there were several back-to-school events across Northeast Florida Saturday to get students the supplies they need.
LIST: Back-to-school events to help families in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Read full article: LIST: Back-to-school events to help families in Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaSummer break is about to come to an end, and thousands of families across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are already preparing for the upcoming school year.
Former FSU, NFL player celebrating birthday with 5th annual community giveaway in Jacksonville
Read full article: Former FSU, NFL player celebrating birthday with 5th annual community giveaway in JacksonvilleFormer Florida State University and NFL player James Coleman has a unique way of celebrating his birthday: by giving back to several communities, including Jacksonville.
Former FSU, NFL player hosts 5th annual community giveaway
Read full article: Former FSU, NFL player hosts 5th annual community giveawayFormer Florida State University and NFL player James Coleman has a unique way of celebrating his birthday: by giving back to several communities, including Jacksonville.
Helping students transition back to school: What experts say to do right now & after classes start
Read full article: Helping students transition back to school: What experts say to do right now & after classes startPutting away the bathing suits and packing the bookbags may feel different for each student, and experts say preparing for it now can help.
How Target’s ‘School Assist Program’ is simplifying back-to-school shopping this season
Read full article: How Target’s ‘School Assist Program’ is simplifying back-to-school shopping this seasonMonday began a two-week tax-free holiday in Florida, which can be the perfect opportunity for families to get their back-to-school shopping done.
How Target’s ‘School Assist Program’ is simplifying back-to-school shopping this season
Read full article: How Target’s ‘School Assist Program’ is simplifying back-to-school shopping this seasonFlorida’s two-week tax-free holiday began Monday, and it can be the perfect opportunity for families to get their back-to-school shopping done.
Safe & affordable: Safety groups reveal best used cars for your teen drivers
Read full article: Safe & affordable: Safety groups reveal best used cars for your teen driversTwo safety groups -- Consumer Reports and the IIHS -- share their top picks and features so you know what to look for when buying a used car for your young driver.
Safety groups reveal best used cars for your teen drivers
Read full article: Safety groups reveal best used cars for your teen driversTwo safety groups -- Consumer Reports and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety -- are sharing their top picks and features so you know what to look for when buying a used car for your young driver.
Here’s what you can buy sales-tax free for 2 weeks
Read full article: Here’s what you can buy sales-tax free for 2 weeksFlorida’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday begins on Monday, July 29, and runs until Sunday, Aug. 11. Over the next two weeks, shoppers can save on everything from pencils to PCs.
Military families enjoy free back-to-school bash at several YMCA locations across Northeast Florida
Read full article: Military families enjoy free back-to-school bash at several YMCA locations across Northeast FloridaStudents are just weeks away from heading back to school and to help the families of men and women who’ve protected our country, First Coast YMCA and VyStar Credit Union held a back-to-school bash for them Saturday morning.
Military families enjoy free back-to-school bash at several YMCA locations across Northeast Florida
Read full article: Military families enjoy free back-to-school bash at several YMCA locations across Northeast FloridaStudents are just weeks away from heading back to school and to help the families of men and women who’ve protected our country, First Coast YMCA and VyStar Credit Union held a back-to-school bash for them Saturday morning.
Friday finds | Back to school fashion with Goodwill of North Florida
Read full article: Friday finds | Back to school fashion with Goodwill of North FloridaTips for Back-To-School Shopping At Goodwill of North Florida Parents can stretch their back-to-school shopping budget even further by shopping secondhand – and shopping during Florida’s tax free holidays, starting July 29 and running through August 11. Here are some thrift lessons: Keep An Open Mind. Try to go into a thrift or secondhand store without a specific purchase in mind. Go in with a broad idea of what you’re looking for – a pair of jeans, a backpack, a dress. Start with whatever jumps out to you the most, check for size and then put it in your cart – there’s only one of one at the thrift store. Assess your finds before you check out and decide what you want to buy. Note the Tag Color. Seasoned shoppers always make note of the weekly tag sale right when they walk through the door. Items with the weekly tag sale color save an additional 40% off the price. Hive Mind. Shop with a group of your most creative Mom or Dad friends – you can divide and conquer and shop for each other’s kids. For more information, follow Goodwill of North FL on Instagram and Facebook.
Positively JAX: Nonprofit needs uniform donations for students for upcoming back-to-school party
Read full article: Positively JAX: Nonprofit needs uniform donations for students for upcoming back-to-school partyThe annual back-to-school party organized by Jewels of the Future outside Cutz, Linez, and Trimz barbershop gives away school supplies to children living in one of the most underserved ZIP codes in Florida: 32209.