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The Smartest Investment Florida Can Make: Early Learning

The Smartest Investment Florida Can Make: Early Learning

by Dawn Montecalvo | Apr 28, 2025

If we want to change outcomes, we have to start where it matters most: early childhood. The first years of life shape the trajectory of everything that follows — school success, career paths, and lifelong well-being. Investing in early learning isn’t a hopeful...
FGCU’s Role in Florida’s Higher Education: Advancing Innovation, Research, and Student Success

FGCU’s Role in Florida’s Higher Education: Advancing Innovation, Research, and Student Success

by Dr. Aysegul Timur and Ray Rodrigues | Apr 1, 2025

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) believes in the power of passion, partnerships, and performance to drive student success and economic prosperity across Southwest Florida. As a young and dynamic institution, FGCU embraces adaptability and forward-thinking...
Documents show Polk bus camera program is cash generator for sheriff, school district

Documents show Polk bus camera program is cash generator for sheriff, school district

by Brian Burgess | Mar 16, 2025

Despite state law meant to prevent profit-driven enforcement, Polk County Sheriff’s Office collects $84 per hour reviewing violations – far exceeding deputy wages, while the school district rakes in millions. New documents reveal the Polk County school bus...
Florida ranks last in nation for nursing exam pass rates despite modest improvements

Florida ranks last in nation for nursing exam pass rates despite modest improvements

by Caden DeLisa | Feb 10, 2025

Florida ranked last in the nation for first-time pass rates on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in 2024, according to a report from the Florida Center for Nursing published on Monday. Despite slight improvements over the previous year, the state...
Albritton announces State Senate appropriations chairs with education getting extra attention

Albritton announces State Senate appropriations chairs with education getting extra attention

by Capitolist Staff | Nov 14, 2024

After a major overhaul of the state’s school choice policies last year, the incoming Florida Senate President has proposed a separate committee to examine Pre-K through 12th education Senate President Designate Ben Albritton unveiled his latest leadership...
Keiser University ranks in top 25 for social mobility for fifth straight year

Keiser University ranks in top 25 for social mobility for fifth straight year

by Caden DeLisa | Sep 24, 2024

Keiser University was ranked in the top 25 for social mobility in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges rankings for the fifth consecutive year, recognized for advancing opportunities for economically disadvantaged students. Keiser University secured a...
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