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NASA Will Launch American Astronauts to Space Station On May 30

By Amanda Roland | May 28, 2020 | Blog

Yesterday (May 27), NASA and SpaceX planned to launch an American rocket with American astronauts to the International Space Station for the first time since 2011, but the launch was scrubbed due to weather complications. The next launch attempt will be this Saturday, May 30. American astronauts Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will be on

Brush Up On Car Seat Safety to Keep Your Kiddo’s Safe

By Christina Lynch | May 27, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Toddler

As a parent, you do everything you can to protect your child — including putting them in a car seat. But did you know that there really isn’t much of a difference between that $50 Cosco seat and the $450 Nuna Rava? They all have to meet the same National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Walt Disney World Announces Plans To Reopen on July 11

By Amanda Roland | May 27, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Today (May 27) in a virtual meeting with the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force, the plans for reopening Walt Disney World were announced. In the meeting, Jim McPhee, senior vice president of operations for Walt Disney World announced the plan to begin reopening the Disney theme parks on July 11. For the plan to

ACPS Will Hold Second Telephone Town Hall Meeting on May 28

By Amanda Roland | May 27, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

On Thursday, May 28, Alachua County Public Schools will have its second Telephone Town Hall Meeting from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. The meeting will discuss the impact that COVID-19 has had on our schools, students and staff. "At the beginning of the meeting, you will receive an automated phone call inviting you to stay

‘Summer with the Library’ Starts on May 29!

By Amanda Roland | May 26, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

The Alachua County Library District’s summer program, "Summer with the Library", will be all online this year. The program will kick off this Friday, May 29. To start "Summer with the Library", there will be a Summer Reader Palooza LIVE on Friday on Facebook at 3:30 p.m. Participants of all ages can register for the

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

Universal Orlando’s 3 Parks Will Reopen to the Public on June 5

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

Today (May 21), Universal Orlando Resort shared plans with the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force to reopen the parks in June. Orlando mayor, Mayor Demings, started the meeting by announcing that he received a copy of the park's reopening plans. The opening of the Universal Orlando Resort will be a huge factor in reopening

#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

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

Alachua County is Beginning to Open After COVID-19 Closures | Updated 5/18

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

The state of Florida started Phase One of the state's reopening process on May 4, and things are beginning to open after COVID-19 closures. Here, we have a list of companies and businesses that are reopening in Alachua County or continuing their services in response to Phase One. This list will be updated as new

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NASA Will Launch American Astronauts to Space Station On May 30

Brush Up On Car Seat Safety to Keep Your Kiddo’s Safe

Walt Disney World Announces Plans To Reopen on July 11

ACPS Will Hold Second Telephone Town Hall Meeting on May 28

‘Summer with the Library’ Starts on May 29!

Alachua County Senior Is Named a US Presidential Scholar

Universal Orlando’s 3 Parks Will Reopen to the Public on June 5

#TeacherTips: For Parents From Teachers!

Alachua County Public Schools Registration Is Open

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