Saint Leo University to require AI certifications for all graduates through IBM partnership
A college diploma has always served as proof that a student has mastered their major. But starting this fall at Saint Leo University, that piece of paper will guarantee something else: An understanding of artificial intelligence fundamentals.
A college diploma has always served as proof that a student has mastered their major. But starting this fall at Saint Leo University, that piece of paper will guarantee something else: An understanding of artificial intelligence fundamentals.
Snapology of New Tampa preventing 'summer slide' with fun activities that teach STEAM concepts
A local summer program in New Tampa is helping students stay sharp during the break by combining play with education.
A local summer program in New Tampa is helping students stay sharp during the break by combining play with education.
Student loan borrowers in SAVE plan told to prepare for repayment: What to know
Millions of student loan borrowers will have to find a new repayment plan soon. The available repayment plans will mean higher monthly payments for most.
Millions of student loan borrowers will have to find a new repayment plan soon. The available repayment plans will mean higher monthly payments for most.
CASA Pinellas expands legal help for domestic violence survivors through new Stetson Law partnership
A growing need for legal support among domestic violence survivors is driving a new partnership in Pinellas County, one aimed at expanding access to justice while training future attorneys.
A growing need for legal support among domestic violence survivors is driving a new partnership in Pinellas County, one aimed at expanding access to justice while training future attorneys.
Plant City High School theatre program honored with prestigious Disney grant
Plant City High School is one of 21 schools honored to receive the Disney on Broadway Schools of Excellence grant.
Plant City High School is one of 21 schools honored to receive the Disney on Broadway Schools of Excellence grant.
Treasury Department taking over student loans: What to know
Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.
Defaulted federal student loans will now be managed by the Treasury Department under a new agreement that was announced on Thursday.
Arkansas Ten Commandments law blocked that mandates classroom display
A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.
A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.
Honoring Madi: Local movement fills the gap for foster youth aging out of the system
For Madi Ebie, the disparities in the foster care system weren't just headlines, they were personal.
For Madi Ebie, the disparities in the foster care system weren't just headlines, they were personal.
Carwise Middle School drone team flying to Regional Championship in Alabama
Most students in the Tampa Bay area started spring break on Friday after school got out. When one group of middle schoolers returns, though, they’ll be preparing for the highest level of competition in their young careers.
Most students in the Tampa Bay area started spring break on Friday after school got out. When one group of middle schoolers returns, though, they’ll be preparing for the highest level of competition in their young careers.
States sue Trump administration over policy requiring colleges to collect race data
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
Hillsborough voters could decide whether to elect school superintendent under new Florida bill
Voters in Hillsborough County could soon decide whether they want to elect their school superintendent rather than have the position appointed by the school board.
Voters in Hillsborough County could soon decide whether they want to elect their school superintendent rather than have the position appointed by the school board.
Retired Air Force One pilot who flew on 9/11 helps raise $30K for Polk Public Schools' JROTC scholarships
The nation's 12th presidential pilot stopped in Polk County to talk about his successful career in the United States Air Force and to help open doors for young students aspiring to lead in uniform.
The nation's 12th presidential pilot stopped in Polk County to talk about his successful career in the United States Air Force and to help open doors for young students aspiring to lead in uniform.
Family of fallen Army Capt. Cody Khork launches ROTC scholarship at Florida Southern College
Before he was a captain serving his country overseas, Cody Khork was a student at Florida Southern College. He was a political science major, a fraternity brother, and a young man defined by a deep-seated heart for service.
Before he was a captain serving his country overseas, Cody Khork was a student at Florida Southern College. He was a political science major, a fraternity brother, and a young man defined by a deep-seated heart for service.
Family of Army captain killed in Kuwait honors legacy with ROTC scholarship at Florida Southern College
A Winter Haven family is turning unimaginable loss into a legacy of service.
A Winter Haven family is turning unimaginable loss into a legacy of service.
Ohio State president resigns; investigation launched over 'inappropriate relationship'
Ohio State University has opened an investigation after President Walter “Ted" Carter Jr. abruptly resigned over the weekend following the disclosure of what the university described as an “inappropriate relationship."
Ohio State University has opened an investigation after President Walter “Ted" Carter Jr. abruptly resigned over the weekend following the disclosure of what the university described as an “inappropriate relationship."
The Home Depot Foundation introduces 'Path to Pro Education Grants' to revitalize shop classes nationwide
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics says the skilled trades industry is facing a massive workforce shortage over the next few years, with 41% of the construction workforce set to retire by 2031 and a projected 4.1 million construction jobs needed over the next decade. To help bolster the construction industry, The Home Depot Foundation has launched a grant program to bolster trade training.
Florida 'Medical Freedom Act' would allow parents to opt out of school vaccines for personal beliefs
Vaccine policy is back in the spotlight in Tallahassee as lawmakers debate a proposal that would expand exemptions for required childhood immunizations.
Vaccine policy is back in the spotlight in Tallahassee as lawmakers debate a proposal that would expand exemptions for required childhood immunizations.
Hillsborough school district expanding vaping detector program to all high schools
The Hillsborough County School District is stepping up its crackdown on vaping by installing detectors in every high school across the county.
The Hillsborough County School District is stepping up its crackdown on vaping by installing detectors in every high school across the county.
Pinellas County Schools move forward with closures, consolidations as enrollment declines district wide
Pinellas County Schools is moving forward with closing two campuses and consolidating others after the School Board approved a first round of changes under the district’s "Planning for Progress" effort.
Pinellas County Schools is moving forward with closing two campuses and consolidating others after the School Board approved a first round of changes under the district’s "Planning for Progress" effort.
Florida education leaders voted to add the fall of Venezuelan leader to high school lessons about communism
Florida students will soon be learning about the dramatic removal and capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro as part of their high school history curriculum.
Florida students will soon be learning about the dramatic removal and capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro as part of their high school history curriculum.