Early release for high schools on last week will continue; early release for all schools on last day
January 30, 2024
Historically in Duval, high schools have had an early dismissal schedule for the last week of school due to commencement ceremonies, and all schools have had an early dismissal on...
January 25, 2024
Team Duval has an exciting new milestone to celebrate — a record-high graduation rate. Data released by the state of Florida reveals a district graduate rate of 87.2% for the 202...
January 24, 2024
Every year, our district gives students who want to attend a Duval County school outside their regular attendance zone the opportunity to apply to and change schools. This applica...
January 16, 2024
Jan. 16, 2024 – After reviewing feedback from parents and staff, Duval County Public Schools has revised the schedule for the last week of school. The last week of school – May 2...
December 21, 2023
Dec. 21, 2023 – Enrollment season begins January, and Team Duval is working to support families through the upcoming School Showcase Saturday events. School Showcase Saturdays ...
December 19, 2023
Dec. 19, 2023 – A $4 million federal research grant is bolstering the district’s efforts to provide equitable access to education for students with disabilities. Duval County Pub...
December 11, 2023
Dec. 11, 2023 – Students in Duval County Public Schools earned the district another solid “B” grade for the 2022-23 academic year, and the percentage of district-managed “A” sch...
December 8, 2023
Dec. 8, 2023 – “Go Mandarin! Win State! We Are Mandarin!” These were the cheers heard this morning outside of Mandarin High School as the school community sent off their Mustan...
December 8, 2023
Dec. 8, 2023 – It was a day full of hugs, tears, smiles, and even drumlines! Friday morning, five stellar Team Duval educators received the surprise announcement that they were...
December 6, 2023
Dec. 6, 2023 – Third graders from four Team Duval elementary schools are taking home a new set of wheels ahead of the holidays thanks to the Bikes for Kids Foundation. The annou...
December 5, 2023
Dec. 5, 2023 — Congratulations to the 15 semifinalists for the 2024 VyStar Teacher of the Year award. The semifinalists are composed of veteran educators as well as teachers ea...
December 4, 2023
Dec. 4, 2023 — Significant changes in the economic, financial, and legislative landscape have resulted in a funding gap for the district’s Master Facility Plan (MFP), the renova...
November 27, 2023
Nov. 27, 2023 – Duval County School Police Department’s K9 Maverick has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization V...
November 20, 2023
Nov. 20, 2023 – Student-athletes at Terry Parker High School have 75,000 reasons to celebrate thanks to a $75,000 grant from Dick’s Sporting Goods. The school was one of 75 s...
November 20, 2023
(Editor’s Note – This story has been updated. The deadline has been extended for online applications. That new deadline is Monday, Jan. 15, 2024.) Nov. 20, 2023 — Families can no...
November 9, 2023
Born and raised on Jacksonville’s Eastside, Brandie Stallings has made it a priority to connect with students and families in the often-under-served community. This includes star...
November 7, 2023
Impactful leader. Charismatic. Visionary. These are just some of the words being used to describe Dr. Michael George, who was announced as the district’s Principal of the Year on...
October 27, 2023
The names of more than 100 Highlands and Pine Estates elementary fifth-graders will forever be etched into the history of the new Highlands Elementary School. That is because the...
October 27, 2023
They may not have perfected their stock portfolios just yet, but students at Spring Park Elementary School are definitely pocketing smart financial tips thanks to the “JA in a Day...
October 25, 2023
Oct. 25, 2023 – New STEAM labs, 3D printing pens, and educational field trips. They’re among the resources and tools the district will provide to students in 13 schools with a ...