Education
1 year ago
Marion County Public Library is looking for volunteer readers

Anyone aged 14 and older can volunteer to lead story time sessions at Head Start programs throughout the county. The library provides training and all the reading materials. Link to apply is in the story.

Education
1 year ago
Buy back-to-school items tax-free until Sunday, August 11. We have answers to FAQs

The tax savings is on essential items students need for the upcoming school year. The tax holiday ends on Sunday, Aug. 11.

Education
1 year ago
REPORT CARD: Alachua and Marion County school districts show improvements in student test score grades

The state recently released district and school grades that show the Alachua County school district received a “B,” while Marion County received a “C.”

Education
1 year ago
Alachua County urges parents to register their kids for school now

Alachua County Public School officials say late registration can lead to lack of class options, not enough staff hired, and confusion for students on the first day of school.

Education
1 year ago
Schedule changes expected to improve quality of education in Alachua County Public Schools

The change will add approximately six days of instructional time to the school year.

Education
1 year ago
Thousands of children can get FREE backpacks stuffed with school supplies at Alachua County back-to-school rally

The 25th annual “Stop the Violence/Back to School” rally will be held on Saturday, July 27, at the North Campus of Santa Fe College.

Students from Buchholz High School with their math competition trophies in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Education
1 year ago
Wins add up to National Championship for Buchholz High School math team

The Buchholz High math team just won its 16th national championship in 17 years.

Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.
Education
1 year ago
New state testing results show academic growth in Marion County students

Marion County students showed year-over-year improvement in four subject areas.

Education
1 year ago
Horse community corralled to raise funds for equine-inspired literacy campaign

North Central Florida’s equine community came together this week to raise funds for the Black Stallion Reading Project which provides the acclaimed book to 4th grade students in Marion County and exposure to horses and equine-related opportunities.

Community
1 year ago
Art center in Ocala celebrates first anniversary with exhibition of creativity and gala reception

The Chelsea Art Center has an anniversary art exhibition featuring the work of 20 artists now through August 30.

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