Foundation for Florida's Future

Director, of Research & Special Projects at Step Up For Students, Ron Matus, shared with The Hill his insights on education choice in Florida, the endless potential for a la carte providers. and the impact for Florida at large. Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q02JK-th0

The Broward County School Board has unanimously passed a near-total ban of cellphone use for all students in the district:

Broward County School Board unanimously passes ban on cellphone use in schools The Broward County School Board unanimously passed a total ban of cellphone use amongst all students in the district.

"Florida’s policy change appears small; it allows private schools to use existing space at places like movie theaters and churches without having to go through local governments for approval.

"But it could have a dramatic impact. This shift gives these private schools access to thousands of buildings, opening the door for new education options to emerge without them having to endure potentially heavy rezoning costs."

'Microschools' could be the next big school choice push. Florida is on the cutting edge. Florida just enacted a little-noticed provision that would make it much easier for these schools — which typically have less than 30 students — to get established.

“An important part of Florida’s story of education success has been the state’s willingness to keep expectations high and demand results from the system. There’s a long way still to go, but we’re happy that Florida is back on track demanding more from our school system.”

The Foundation for Florida's Future responds to the passage of Adjusted School Grade Calculations Florida State Board of Education approved school grade calculations for Elementary, Middle, High and Combination schools.

"After meeting more people, and seeing what’s out there, I realized I can make things happen. I can have what I want for my boys."

Here’s how one parent is doing a la carte learning; imagine what millions could do - NextSteps: Step Up For Students   Editor's note: This post provides a parent's perspective to supplement our recent white paper, "A Taste of À La Carte Learning," which spotlights

ICYMI last week, we ran the year-over-year numbers for Florida’s statewide student assessments. The trend line is positive.

https://afloridapromise.org/2024/07/03/the-foundation-for-floridas-future-responds-to-the-release-of-2024-fast-assessment-results/

Happy Fourth of July from our team!

Today, we celebrate the values of freedom and opportunity that define our nation. We are committed to ensuring that every student has the chance to achieve their full potential, and we wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday!

“This is a testament to the hard work, commitment and resilience of students and their educators, who have focused on learning while maintaining high standards for all students."

The Foundation for Florida’s Future responds to the release of 2024 FAST Assessment results Executive Director Patricia Levesque's statement on year-over-year results from Florida’s statewide student assessments.

“Now, the school districts that have really embraced this – they’ve never done better in terms of what’s happened with the classroom experience.”

DeSantis: Students, parents and teachers agree that no phones in classrooms was the right move Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida made the right move to recently prohibit students from using cellphones in the classroom at a press conference in Hialeah Monday.

"It’s time for all states to follow in Florida’s footsteps, moving beyond old paradigms and embracing a future where every student can succeed."

Francis Suarez, Valeria Gurr: If states aren’t following Florida’s education commitment, they should be Hopefully, Florida will continue prioritizing kids over institutions.

"If they don't have the distraction of a phone during the instructional time, they're more likely to focus on what the teacher is teaching them."

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School finds way to keep students off their phones A school in Palm Beach County has found an interesting way of keeping students from using their cell phones during the school day.

What steps do you think Florida policymakers should take to prepare the state for the public school student enrollment growth projected between now and 2031?

Interactive: In Many Schools, Declines in Student Enrollment Are Here to Stay Aldeman: Districts with the steepest drops can't escape the financial pressures that come with serving fewer kids. See what's happening in your state

Join the National Charter Schools Week Celebration -- May 12-18, 2024!

The FCSA will kick-off the week by highlighting the moms of the movement on Mother’s Day - May 12th, and will post Facts about Florida Charter Schools on social media throughout the week.

Contact an FCSA team member if you're celebrating on your campus.

"Success is never final. Reform is never finished. Florida must keep its foot on the gas to ensure each and every student has access to a quality education that prepares them for lifelong success."

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, who chairs the Foundation for Florida’s Future, released a statement today in response to Gov. Ron DeSantis signing education bills that passed in the 2024 legislative session.

Gov. Jeb Bush reacts to signing of Florida education laws Statement from the Foundation for Florida's Future founder and former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush on final bills signed into law this session.

Congratulations to our Senior Legislative Director Nathan Hoffman for his appointment to the Florida Scholars Academy Board of Trustees.

https://www.flgov.com/2024/05/08/governor-ron-desantis-appoints-nathan-hoffman-to-the-florida-scholars-academy-board-of-trustees/

"'Just Calculate, Florida!' doesn’t roll off the tongue like 'Just Read, Florida!' does. But maybe some smart marketing professional can come up with a better slogan to promote the improvement of math instruction in the state."

https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/07/heres-why-its-time-florida-educators-parents-students-focus-math/?n=@

Here’s why it’s time for Florida educators, parents and students to focus on math. “Just Calculate, Florida!” doesn’t roll off the tongue like “Just Read, Florida!” does. But maybe some smart marketing professional can come up with a better slogan to promote the improvement of math instruction in the state.

"An overhauled school safety database has made it easier than ever for parents, educators, and other stakeholders to understand the characteristics of public and charter schools that could affect school safety."

New database sorts Florida public and charter schools by grad rates, student absenteeism New database aims to make data more uniform and easier to compare so leaders can see what's working.

We're delighted to share that Gretchen Schoenhaar is our new CEO! Doug Tuthill, who led us as president since 2008, will now take on the role of Chief Vision Officer. This leadership shift follows a thorough search for a next-generation leader experienced in payments, products and technology to meet the public's growing demand for education choice options. https://hubs.la/Q02vBzQH0

12 Florida public high schools were recognized alongside 100 public schools as being the best in the United States, according to a study from U.S. News and World Report.

12 Florida public high schools among top 100 in America: report 12 Florida public high schools were recognized alongside 100 public schools as being the best in the United States, according to a study from U.S. News and World Report.

Last week's podcast features Shawn Naugle of LiFT Academy in . The topic? The fuss around "accredited schools" and programs. Listen here:

The fuss around "accredited schools" and school choice programs | ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights Hear from leaders of non-accredited schools and learn why accreditation is probably not what you might assume.

Florida is one of the states that's expected to gain public school students between 2021 and 2031. Experts are predicting 4.6% growth—roughly 130,000 students—over the 10-year period.

Interactive: In Many Schools, Declines in Student Enrollment Are Here to Stay Aldeman: Districts with the steepest drops can't escape the financial pressures that come with serving fewer kids. See what's happening in your state

This Axios data visualization of the U.S. News and World Report best high schools in America is looking pretty great for the Sunshine State.

ICYMI, our Senior Legislative Director Nathan Hoffman was recently featured in a local news segment about school consolidation in Duval County. https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/proposal-merge-local-schools/1763e9e5-ba09-457a-9141-53585f21bcb7/

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Did you catch our Senior Legislative Director Nathan Hoffman on Action News Jax this week talking school closings, public charter schools and school choice?

Exciting news! Applications for the 2024-25 school year are officially OPEN! Give your child the gift of a customized education. Apply now! https://hubs.la/Q02t82fZ0

Libraries continue to play a vital role in improving literacy skills. This , we want to thank all the librarians who help better the lives of countless individuals and their communities as a whole.

To help students better understand themselves, future career options & skills needed to succeed, there is a free career readiness platform available to all Florida school districts at no cost. See more at bit.ly/FLXello.

"Each year following Florida’s Legislative Session, the Foundation for Florida’s Future ranks lawmakers on advancing key education issues and produces a report card much like teachers prepare grades for students and schools. These ratings provide a valuable tool for all Floridians to measure their lawmakers’ support for student-centered education policies, which are the Foundation’s priorities."

Patricia Levesque: FFF 2024 Legislative Report Cards — who made the grade? Lawmakers earn their grades for the year based on their votes and leadership on bills and amendments in committees and on the floor.

🌟🎓 Wondering what's new in Florida's education landscape? Dive into this comprehensive overview of the key highlights and successes from the 2024 legislative session.

From school choice to social media policy, you’ll gain insights into how these decisions will be shaping the future of education in the Sunshine State.

Education Highlights and Successes from the 2024 Florida Legislative Session From school choice to social media, explore significant developments and reforms in education policy advanced during the 2024 session.