Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) has begun mailing new attendance zone assignments to families following approval of a districtwide rezoning and school consolidation plan for the 2026 to 2027 school year. The School Board of Alachua County recently approved a… read more
Avery's mom had tried everything. By the time her daughter reached first grade, she knew something was wrong. She went to a national tutoring franchise, spent $6,000 and her daughter still didn't make any progress. When she sought other options,… read more
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) is inviting local families to attend its free Summer Meals Kick Off Event on June 3 in Gainesville, according to information shared by the district. The event will run from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.… read more
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, high school student-athletes will be required to undergo and pass an electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) at least once before competing in school athletics. The requirement comes with the passing of Florida Senate Bill 1070.… read more
Plan. Teach. Facilitate. Parent. Reflect. Repeat. By the end of the school year, even the most enthusiastic homeschooling parents feel their energy fade. The excitement that fueled the fall may be replaced by the simple desire to just finish. Hang… read more
As the school year winds down, families often find themselves balancing exhaustion, relief and uncertainty about what comes next. The final weeks of school and the beginning of summer provide an opportunity to set the stage for a smoother, more… read more
With the arrival of the 2026 Winter Olympics in February and the 2026 Paralympics in March, the Olympic Games provide a unique learning opportunity for homeschooling families. These events, which occur once every four years, capture history, culture, science and… read more
Homework is an inevitable part of education, starting young and continuing throughout the years. Building solid study strategies and routines in the elementary years will not only help children succeed in their current subjects but set them up for a… read more
No one loves a good deal quite like a homeschooler. Perhaps it’s because so many of us are single-income families, entrepreneurs, or want to turn everything into a learning opportunity, but we tend to jump at low-cost, high-quality curricular options.… read more
The cool, crisp air. The sound of leaves crunching under your feet and finally, being able to go for a walk without oppressive heat and humidity. There’s nothing quite like fall in North Florida. Homeschoolers have the unique privilege of… read more
