The jury is still out on the new FSA

There have been many stories in the news the past couple of weeks about the new FSA (replacing FCAT).

Governor Rick Scott issued an Executive Order Tuesday to suspend the 11th grade Florida Standards Assessment English Language Arts exam. Governor Scott says he wants the test suspended until Florida lawmakers have an opportunity to consider new laws to eliminate the mandate.The elimination of the test follows an investigation conducted by Commissioner Pam Stewart recommending a reduction in the number tests Florida students in public school are required to take.

There have also been numerous reports about technical difficulties with the computerized testing, and large districts like Miami-Dade and Broward have elected to cancel their testing.

So what's going on?  Tutoring Club of Jacksonville wants to know: what are your thoughts about the new FSA and testing of our students in general? #tutoringclubjax

Back to School Fest

Back to school is a hectic time for most of us.  We have to buy school supplies, fill out forms, attend orientation, etc!  We found this page in Family! magazine and wanted to pass it along.  There will be a back to School Fest held on 8/2/14 from 9-noon at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds.  Information on this event can be found at:

http://www.jacksonvillefair.com/expo/events.php

The event includes: FREE backpacks and school supplies, entertainment, Walmart Fashion Show, and health and vision screenings.  FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 904/-443-0750

School Grades

School grades are in and the great news is there are more A schools in Duval County.  The bad news is there are more F schools in Duval County too.  Do you know your school's grade? 


For the complete listing, please visit the following link:




http://www.duvalschools.org/domain/5682






We would love to have your thoughts on your school's grade and what you believe can make a positive difference in bringing up that grade!