Early in my career as an elementary teacher in Duval County public schools, I learned that a simple thank you from a student can go a long way in making a teacher feel appreciated. ...more

May 6, 2008

OSPREY – A third-grade teacher at Pine View School is being honored by USA Today with an honorable mention in its 2007 All-USA Teacher Team program. Fran Squires is included in the 2007 team listed in today's edition of the national newspaper. ...more

October 18, 2007

The Florida Legislature's new and improved teacher merit pay plan may have passed with grudging union support, but teachers still don't like it and some school districts have declined to participate, turning down millions of dollars in state bonus money. ...more

September 17, 2007