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ACPS Released a Survey for Parents Regarding Going Back To School

By Amanda Roland | June 5, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Alachua County Public Schools has released an online survey for parents to fill out regarding the reopening of schools in the fall. The responses that the county will receive from the survey will be taken into account when making decisions for the 2020-2021 school year, as well as direction from the state. In the survey,

Local Hippodrome Theater Offers Classes for Kiddos and Parents

By Amanda Roland | June 3, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates , Local Fun

The Hippodrome Theater, nicknamed the Hipp, is located in Downtown Gainesville. Because of COVID-19, the theater had to put some of its shows on pause, but the Hipp is still offering camps and classes for kiddos and parents this summer. Check out what the Hipp has to offer below: For kiddos: Hipp Kid's Camp

Is Homeschooling Becoming More Popular?

By Amanda Roland | May 29, 2020 | Homeschool , Learn

My aunt and uncle chose to homeschool their sons in the 1980s. The modern homeschooling movement was in its infancy and their decision was controversial. They needed help, so they attended a homeschool conference. At the time, the largest one in Florida was held in a church fellowship hall. They went to see their curricular

Alachua County Senior Is Named a US Presidential Scholar

By Amanda Roland | May 26, 2020 | Blog

Alachua County Public Schools high school senior, Helena Jiang, has been named a U.S. Presidential Scholar. She is one of just 161 in the entire country. To become a Presidential Scholar, much is taken into consideration, including academics, college entrance exams, school evaluations, essays, community service, transcripts and leadership. “These exemplary young people have excelled

Keep Schools Safe When They Reopen By Following CDC Guidelines

By Amanda Roland | May 21, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

On May 19, the CDC updated its guidelines on how to keep schools safe when they reopen. These strategies include requiring face mask covering for student and staff, posting signs that promote protective measures, discouraging shared objects and more. While implementing all of theses recommendation would be ideal, the CDC says, "Implementation should be guided by

#TeacherTips: For Parents From Teachers!

By Amanda Roland | May 20, 2020 | COVID-19 Updates , Learn

Parents, you made it to the end of the school year! We have one last #TeacherTip from Ms. Romano for you to use with your at-home students to make sure your summer starts off well! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oE_GsLv_2KY Look below for more #TeacherTips from our local teachers! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR3f6_3SvIo&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATdEp7cT5M0&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnWn_bpFACM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIqgjj7iM-0&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOetnWzvWzw&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tREV6fb1pEU&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYq6AKw-JOg&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgKog1aL4O8&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6g4FSRW-7yI&feature=youtu.be

ACPS Announces Graduation Ceremony Plans for the Class of 2020

By Amanda Roland | May 19, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Due to COVID-19, graduation ceremonies all over the country have been canceled. To make sure Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) students get the celebration they deserve, ACPS just announced their graduation ceremony plans for the class of 2020 as they “cross the finish line” of their high school career. From June 8-10, the Gainesville Raceway

Alachua County Public Schools Registration Is Open

By Amanda Roland | May 18, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

While the county is still unsure of how and when schools will open this fall, Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) registration is now open. The registration form has been moved online this year, but families will still have to provide documents to the schools to complete the registration process. “Although we don’t know what school

Box Tops for Education Gives Back To Teachers With The #GiveExtraCredit Campaign

By Amanda Roland | May 15, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Box Tops for Education, a program that lets families earn cash for their schools, is giving back to teachers with the #GiveExtraCredit campaign. "Last week for Teacher Appreciation Week, Box Tops for Education partnered with Chance The Rapper for the first-ever Twilight Awards, where we donated $300,000 to teachers and schools," according to the Box Tops

Meet Kirk Tapley, Alachua County’s Teacher of the Year

By Amanda Roland | May 1, 2020 | Articles , Your Schools

Sometimes in life we come across people who radiate passion. The ones you could sit and listen to for hours, just because they’re so excited about what they do. The ones who respond with, “How much time do we have?” when you ask about their favorite part of their job. When Kirk Tapley walks into

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Is Homeschooling Becoming More Popular?

Alachua County Senior Is Named a US Presidential Scholar

#TeacherTips: For Parents From Teachers!

Alachua County Public Schools Registration Is Open

Box Tops for Education Gives Back To Teachers With The #GiveExtraCredit Campaign

Meet Kirk Tapley, Alachua County’s Teacher of the Year

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