Clay County School Board Tackles Teacher Pay, Student Safety, and Book Bans Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Clay County School Board meeting addressed numerous issues, including teacher salaries, student safety, and book bans, alongside recognizing outstanding student achievements. The board heard from various community members and educators, who expressed concerns about the district’s policies and their impacts on teachers and students.

St. Johns County Committee Recommends Retaining Book in School Libraries

Overview: The St. Johns County District Media Advisory Committee decided to recommend retaining the book “There’s Someone Inside Your House” by Stephanie Perkins in the school libraries, despite an objection citing inappropriate content. The recommendation will be forwarded to Superintendent Tim Forson for final approval.

Clay County School Board Deliberates on Cell Phone Policies and Staffing Challenges

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Clay County School Board, members discussed various topics, with particular focus on the complexities and enforcement of cell phone policies in schools and the district’s staffing challenges, especially concerning the English Language Learner (ELL) program. The board also touched on broader issues such as policy clarity, teacher feedback, and financial constraints.

Clay County School Board Celebrates Student Achievements, Addresses Veteran Teacher Salaries

Overview: The recent Clay County School Board meeting spotlighted student successes, particularly in the Fine Arts and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, alongside addressing concerns regarding the salaries of veteran teachers. The board recognized outstanding achievements while also confronting ongoing challenges within the district.

McGraw Hill Chosen as Top Resource for Financial Literacy Curriculum by St. Johns County Committee

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Johns County District Media Advisory Committee selected McGraw Hill’s “Florida Focus on Personal Financial Literacy” as the recommended resource for teaching personal finance in high schools, following a detailed review and voting process. The committee’s decision will now be forwarded to the school board for final adoption.