Alachua County Public Schools has updated their website to have a more user-friendly COVID Dashboard for students, families and the general public. Now it will be easier to get information on COVID-19 cases in local schools. "The new dashboard includes… read more
Alachua County Public School students who started the Alachua Digital Academy last year have the approval for continued online learning for the rest of the school year. The academy has approval from the Florida Department of Education to continue online… read more
Tonight, Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) will announce the 2021 Teacher of the Year winner via a virtual celebration. The three teachers have been chosen as Teacher of the Year finalists include elementary school teacher Mackenzie McNickle (first picture below),… read more
Teachers can get a “Thank You Treat” from McDonald's from now until January 15! Enjoy free coffee and bakery goods! Bakery goods include Apple Fritters, Cinnamon Rolls or Blueberry Muffins. Teachers can also get any sized Premium Roast Coffee on… read more
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) will be able to offer 21st Century after-school programs at five ACPS schools. This comes after federal funding for after-school programs was restored. The programs will be available starting on January 19. "The district was… read more
Now that the holidays are over, we have to say goodbye to all the delicious holiday treats from Starbucks. But have no fear! Starbucks just debuted its new Winter menu items in 2021! Starting yesterday on January 5, you can… read more
Homeschooling rates have been on the rise for years. As the pandemic hit, more families found themselves homeschooling, and more families found themselves tight on money. This isn’t a new issue for homeschoolers. Often, homeschooling families are single income families.… read more
Do you have a kiddo who loves marine life? If they are 5 years old or younger, they can go to SeaWorld for free all year! All you have to do is go online and register for a Preschool Card!… read more
Because of COVID-19, Alachua County Public Schools is taking caution by hosting all open houses online this year. This is due to the inability to host large groups. All open house meetings will take place via Zoom online and livestreamed… read more
North Florida Regional Medical Center and HCA Healthcare are encouraging the community to keep their Christmas lights up until the end of January to show support for #HealthcareHeroes! Participating in #LightsUpForHeroes will show your appreciation for those fighting on the… read more
