A massive expansion of Florida’s school-choice programs that would make all students eligible for taxpayer-backed vouchers is headed to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Senate-approved bill will require universities to feature “opposing viewpoints” at campus events
A senate committee approved a proposal on Wednesday that would establish more requirements for university-sponsored speakers and events.
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MidPoint: What’s Scaring Florida Media?
Journalist Ben Montgomery was fired by Axios Media for calling out a DeSantis press agent for sending out propaganda, not press releases. Why are journalists afraid to speak the truth to power?
Florida legislators on why they voted for or against HB1 – universal vouchers for private schools
A universal school voucher bill (HB 1 / SB 202) is sailing through the Florida legislature.
Florida House passes a major expansion of school vouchers
The House passed a measure that would make every Florida student eligible for taxpayer-backed school vouchers. Critics slammed the expansion.
Florida’s school book rules draw a challenge
A teachers union has filed a challenge against the state Department of Education over new rules related to school books.
Florida government requests union spending info from universities
Florida’s government continues to crack down on higher education, and the new focus is on faculty unions. State government has requested details from Florida universities on their negotiations with large unions, and more specifically, the money spent on collective bargaining. Andrew Gothard, president of faculty labor union United Faculty of Florida, says that government has… Read more »
USF students call for dropped charges outside State Attorney’s office
In response to 4 campus arrests earlier this month at a protest against House Bill 999, about 20 demonstrators gathered today in front of the Hillsborough County Courthouse calling for justice. [Chanting] “Justice for….Tampa 4! Justice for….Tampa 4! Justice for….Tampa 4!” They demanded that newly appointed State Attorney Suzy Lopez drop the charges against students… Read more »
Gov. DeSantis holds roundtable attacking diversity in state universities
Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference in West Palm Beach as a bill that takes aim at diversity programs in universities is being heard in the legislature today. Florida House bill 999 prohibits fields of study including race and gender studies, and prohibits spending on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in universities. The bill… Read more »
Blink on Gun Violence, USF Protest Arrest
Protestors at the University of South Florida were arrested protesting the attacks on diversity and other attacks on education. The right-wing attempt to roll back the clock on progress in many areas of society is in full swing in Florida. There is a war against public education. USF Tampa students arrested at protest call for… Read more »
WMNF’s daily digest of news headlines for Friday, March 10th, 2023
WMNF’s daily digest of news headlines for Friday, March 10th, 2023
Activist groups speak out after USF police arrests protestors
Four demonstrators were arrested and charged by USF police while protesting at the school. They spoke out at a press conference today.
Teacher unions gather to voice concern over Florida legislation
Two major teachers’ unions teamed up to spread awareness about recent government attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion in Florida schools, as well as other concerns affecting Florida education from pre-k to graduate school. The United Faculty of Florida and the Florida Education Association held a “Public Education Day of Action” on Tuesday, focused on… Read more »
Florida House panel backs changes to school board elections
A Florida House panel Wednesday moved forward with two proposals that would revamp county school-board elections.
University of South Florida students protest for administration to do more to protect vulnerable students
University of South Florida students protested Monday to ensure vulnerable communities are protected in the midst of Gov. DeSantis’s push for change in state colleges. Protesters gathered outside of the University of South Florida’s busy student center to demand that the university protects students from Governor DeSantis’s recent attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion…. Read more »
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MidPoint with Florida House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell
Rep, Driskell joined us to discuss the parade of horrible legislation that the Florida Republican-controlled legislature is planning now that they have a super-majority. Brian Connolly, Vice President of the USF Faculty Senate also joins us to discuss House Bill 999 and the death of academic freedom in Florida.
Gov. DeSantis considers “open market” for college prep classes amid College Board clash
College Board’s Advanced Placement, or AP program, dates back to the 1950’s. However, in a press conference Monday, DeSantis again expressed thoughts on introducing other college preparatory choices in Florida schools. More than a third of US public high school graduates in the class of 2021 took at least one AP class, according to data from… Read more »
Judge tosses a challenge to Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” law
A federal judge has rejected a lawsuit seeking to block Florida’s “Parental Rights in Education” law, also called “Don’t Say Gay.”
Richard Corcoran gets $699K contract at New College of Florida
The New College of Florida Board of Trustees approved a contract for interim president Richard Corcoran, including a $699,000 base salary.
DeSantis ratchets up fight with College Board over AP courses
Governor Ron DeSantis said that Florida will “look to re-evaluate” its relationship with the College Board over its AP courses.
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