Face masks are required to be worn inside businesses in Alachua County. If you are in need of a face mask, there are some places around the county that are giving away free face masks! If you would like to… read more
COVID-19 Updates
ACPS Approves Late Start Date and Mandatory Mask Policy For Schools
Yesterday, July 15, Alachua County Public Schools had a special meeting with the school board to discuss a late start date for the 2020/2021 school year and mandatory mask policy at schools. Both discussion items were approved. The late start… read more
ACPS Will Hold Workshop on July 15 to Discuss School Reopening Details
On Wednesday, July 15, Alachua County Public Schools will hold a workshop/special meeting at 4 p.m. to discuss school reopening details, such as mask requirements and other opening issues. Superintendent Karen Clarke will discuss recommendations for school reopening matters, and… read more
ACPS Requests Parents to Select School Options for Education in the Fall
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) is requesting that parents select school options for educating their children in the fall. There are three options available, and the district requests that options be selected by July 20. The three options for education… read more
2 Lysol Disinfectant Sprays Are Approved for Use Against COVID-19
On Monday, July 6, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved the use of two Lysol disinfectant sprays to protect against COVID-19. The two sprays are called Lysol Disinfectant Spray (EPA Reg No. 777-99) and Lysol Disinfectant Max Cover… read more
State of Emergency Extended for 60 Days in Florida
On July 7, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida's state of emergency will be extended for another 60 days. The original state of emergency in Florida came about in March when COVID-19 first started to have an impact on the… read more
Staying at Home Doesn’t Have to Mean Staying on Screens
The recent COVID-19 lockdown sent a twist into everyone’s best laid plans. Students were sent home for virtual learning, parents were sent home to balance working and home schooling. Suddenly the schedules were turned upside down and everyone had to… read more
The Historic Haile Homestead Will Be Closed Until the End of July
Due to the spike in COVID-19 cases in Alachua County, the Historic Haile Homestead in Gainesville will be closed at least until the end of July. The Historic Haile Homestead lies on Kanapaha Plantation where it was started in 1852… read more
Make Easy D.I.Y. Hand Sanitizers With Just a Few Ingredients
If you can’t get your hands on a store bought hand sanitizer, try these easy-to-make, D.I.Y. hand sanitizers below. Life can’t stop because of the coronavirus. We still have to work, care for children and buy groceries, which is why… read more
View the ACPS Draft Plan for Reopening Schools in Fall
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) has developed a draft plan for reopening schools in the fall with guidance from the Florida Department of Education and local healthcare experts. You can view the full draft plan by clicking here! The plan… read more
