When to stop for a school bus & how to keep children safe on roads as they head back to school
As students in 11 local counties head back to school on Thursday, police and road crews want drivers to remember the rules of sharing the road with buses, and the Florida Department of Transportation is reminding parents of simple ways to keep students safe at the bus stop.
See something, say something: Anonymous tip lines successful in stopping possible school threats, attackers
School districts around the country are working to beef up security measures. This school year, safety of students is top of mind more than ever. That's why school systems like Roanoke City are having to rethink the way they do things.
Addressing school safety: Duval school police, staff underwent training ahead of new school year
In Duval County, staff at Mandarin High School held special drills this summer. The same drills were also held at Crown Point Elementary. They focused on how to reunite parents and children if there is a disaster, like an armed attacker.
Keeping students safe: Hereโs how DCPS is spending money from half-cent sales tax
With Duval County residents being asked to support another type of tax increase, this one to improve teacher pay, News4JAX is looking into what the school district has been doing with money from its last tax increase.
Families of Slain Children, Inc. hosts back-to-school event to equip children with the supplies, clothing they need
Itโs back-to-school time, and while some children might be excited to meet their new teachers and start a new school year, other children may be filled with anxiety because they do not have the basic supplies needed to succeed in school.
Back-to-school safety: Former Jacksonville police officer shares measures parents can take to protect their children
With many Northeast Florida students back in class and Duval County students returning to school on Monday, now is a good time for parents to talk with their children about personal safety, especially walking to and home from school.
Back to school snacks for all ages
Back To School can be difficult for parents on many levels. Time and stressing over organizing; a little help from your kids would be nice. One of the best ways to help them grow to be self-sufficient is teaching them to prepare their own meals. Chef Jennifer Williams offers up a few easy โBack To Schoolโ snacks that can be prepared by your children. She also shares how to incorporate children help level in the kitchen by age group.
โWe are in this togetherโ: DCPS superintendent lays out plan for navigating teacher shortage as school year looms
In a message to district staff Wednesday, Duval County Public Schools Dr. Superintendent Diana Greene announced that class sizes in grades K-8 will increase by one or two students across the district.
โCommunity Giveaway Weekendโ: James Coleman to host free backpack giveaway, food distribution & youth football camp
The best birthday gift for James Coleman is the opportunity to give back. Every year for his birthday, Coleman gives back to the Jacksonville community and this year is no different.