Forest High teacher honored for inspiring students through healthcare education
Sunny Collins receives “Thank a Teacher” award for helping students explore medical careers and fostering future success.
Education
Historic school is safe for now: Marion County School Board halts closure talks for Fessenden
Marion County Public Schools stated that while focusing on budget balancing, the board has decided not to close any schools at this time, responding to community feedback.
Nearly 3,000 Marion County seniors set to graduate this spring
Graduation ceremonies begin May 15 and continue through July.
Santa Fe College earns national recognition as an “Opportunity College”
New Carnegie classification highlights accessibility and student success.
Ross Prairie and Winding Oaks named as Marion County’s newest elementary schools
With deep roots in local history, the newly named schools also gain community partners and move closer to their 2025 openings.
Discover horses, spark imaginations: A free family event your kids will love
From petting ponies to trying on jockey silks, this hands-on Ocala event brings reading and the equine world together for kids of all ages.
Showing up matters: How school attendance shapes a child’s future
From kindergarten to high school, Marion County educators stress the lifelong impact of developing strong attendance habits early.
Marion schools tap longtime educator Dr. Danielle Brewer as interim superintendent
A former teacher and principal, Brewer will step into the role this July to lead the district through a period of transition.
Why missing just two days a month could hold your child back in school
Marion County schools tackle truancy and chronic absenteeism with community partnerships and a focus on student wellness.
CF students now have a guaranteed path to UF through “Going Gator” program
New transfer program creates a seamless, affordable path from CF to the University of Florida’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.