Back to School

10 incredibly easy weekday meals you can make in the Instant Pot

Getting dinner on the table at a reasonable hour can be a challenge, but those who have Instant Pots know that dinner can be done in 30 minutes or less with this trendy cooking machine.

5 steps to take if you want to graduate high school early

More and more students are taking advantage of the opportunity to graduate high school early, mostly a semester early in December or January.

Boy, 8, consoles, befriends classmate with autism on first day of school

The first day of school is hard, but one 8-year-old boy helped his classmate with autism, who was having a particularly hard time.

Starting your freshman year of college? Take a deep breath, savor these wise words

On Twitter, a woman posed the following question.

Hoping for a smooth freshman year? These 5 steps will help your student nail it

Starting high school can understandably create nervousness among parents and kids.

3 tips to help avoid ‘senioritis’

It’s a term that sounds like it’s some sort of physical sickness, but it’s a malaise that plagues the mind and one’s actions.

Brevard Public Schools assigns take-home computers to middle schoolers

With help from pandemic relief money, the Brevard County school district is assigning some special new school supplies to thousands of kids.

Disney volunteers get results for A Gift For Teaching by collecting thousands of school supplies

Walt Disney World cast members and "voluntEARS" were making magic at the "A Gift For Teaching" warehouse on Monday.

Volusia starts new school year with masks required for staff, visitors

Students went back to class Monday in Volusia County where new face-covering rules were put in place for the beginning of the school year.

As school gets back in session, Trooper Steve offers advice to new drivers

“Please be as safe as you possibly can,” News 6 traffic safety expert and state trooper Steven Montiero says.

COVID-19 cases reported in dozens of Brevard County schools

Brevard Public Schools updated its COVID-19 dashboard Friday showing more than 400 students and employees tested positive.

Do Central Florida school districts need more money to purchase PPE?

School districts in the nine counties that serve Central Florida families have spent in excess of $16 million combined on personal protective equipment over the last year, and some districts are unsure how much they will spend for the upcoming school year.

Volusia County teachers ready to welcome students next week

Volusia County students return to the classroom on Aug. 16.

At least 50 Orange County schools are over capacity. Here’s what’s being done to help

When it comes to overcrowded campuses, News 6 investigators found Windermere High is not alone. Enrollment numbers from May show 23 schools at 120% capacity or higher.

Osceola school district says readjustment to classrooms causing anxiety in some students

Now that many students have transitioned back into school buildings, leaders in the Osceola County school district warn parents they may need time to adjust.

Volusia County organization provides school supplies, food, and vaccines for students

Organizers with "Food Brings Hope" gave out hundreds of bookbags along with groceries and Girl Scout cookies.

Osceola County students return to school amid changes, challenges

Students return to school in Osceola County.

Ask Trooper Steve: Tips to stay visible while walking to school

As students return to the classrooms this week, Trooper Steve is sharing some tips for those walking or even riding their bicycle to school.

Teachers, staff at Volusia County schools must wear masks for 30 days

Policy to go into effect starting the first day of school.

Brevard school board chair swings mask vote in favor of remaining optional

After a six-hour meeting Tuesday night following the first day of school, the Brevard County school board is keeping masks optional for students and staff.

Osceola County still needs full-time bus drivers ahead of first day of school

School district says substitute drivers and CDL-certified personnel will help drive routes.

Florida continues rollout of $1,000 bonuses to teachers, principals as school year kicks off

As many Florida educators have received or will receive their $1,000 bonuses, Gov. Ron DeSantis made a stop at a St. Petersburg school to hand-deliver checks to teachers.

Orange County schools ensure students have the food to ‘fuel their brain’

Lines wrapped around school buildings weekly this summer as parents waited to get free meals for their kids.

Orange County school district starts new year with 209 confirmed COVID-19 cases

Orange County Public Schools coronavirus dashboard shows a majority of cases were reported Monday.

Expect some delays in Marion County as district works to hire more school bus drivers

Just like many other school districts in Central Florida, Marion County Schools is having a difficult time hiring bus drivers.

Everything else you can use your library card for -- other than checking out books

Everyone knows you can go to the library for books, classes and kids events, but did you know that you can use your library card to get information about fixing your car or investing in stocks?

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Lockdown lifted at Liberty High School near Kissimmee after student located

Here’s what’s brewing in the tropics

Have an IEP? What are your school district’s responsibilities to you?

State investigates Brevard Public Schools over COVID-19 mask mandate

Judge signs order giving Florida school boards power to issue mask mandates to combat COVID

Medical exemption notes for Orange County mask mandate must come from these professionals, officials say

Debate over masks in Florida classrooms heads to court

Bus driver shortages are latest challenge hitting US schools

You won’t want to miss these back-to-school deals for students and teachers

Test your knowledge: How well do you know the schools from your favorite TV shows and movies?

Lake County Public Schools to offer coronavirus vaccine