Florida Department of Education

Florida Department of Education Florida’s official source for education news, opportunities and stories. Supporting students, families and educators from early learning to career.

The Florida Department of Education oversees the PreK-12 Public Education and State College systems as well as Career and Adult education, serving a total student population of more than 2.6 million. Through our educational programs and services we work to ensure every student in Florida receives a quality education through a seamless, coordinated system, built to ensure our graduates are prepared to enter the ever-changing 21st century workforce. We also work to enhance the economic self-sufficiency of Floridians through programs and services geared toward workforce education, apprenticeships, job-specific skills and career development. Our Department manages programs that assist individuals who are blind, visually-impaired or disabled to succeed either in the school setting or in careers – encouraging independence and self-sufficiency.

09/17/2026

Commissioner Henry Mack’s message to bachelor’s degree earners who have a job that doesn’t match their diploma:

“For all of those bachelor degree earners out there who might find themselves, incidentally, in entry-level occupations where you’re well overqualified…COME BACK to one of our [technical colleges] and EARN a certification.”

Workforce Pell is non-loan-based aid that allows Floridians to get workforce development training and REAL skills with NO NEW DEBT.

The Constitution is more than just a historical document—it's the foundation of the most free nation in human history. ...
09/17/2026

The Constitution is more than just a historical document—it's the foundation of the most free nation in human history.

In Florida, we will continue working to build a generation of civic-minded Patriots who embrace American history and the great nation our forefathers created.

On this day in 1787, our Founding Fathers signed the Constitution. 239 years later, we honor our founders, remember our ...
09/17/2026

On this day in 1787, our Founding Fathers signed the Constitution.

239 years later, we honor our founders, remember our American heritage, and recognize that we are the inheritors of the greatest civilization known to man.🇺🇸

'Signing of the Constitution' -Howard Chandler Christy

Our rule governing AI in classrooms puts PARENTS FIRST, protects student privacy, and keeps teachers at the center of le...
09/16/2026

Our rule governing AI in classrooms puts PARENTS FIRST, protects student privacy, and keeps teachers at the center of learning.

Florida will continue leading the charge in classroom innovation while protecting our students and ensuring our children are prepared for the future.

Scholarships. Opportunity. Impact. The Florida College System Foundation awarded $1.7 MILLION in scholarships to support...
09/16/2026

Scholarships. Opportunity. Impact.

The Florida College System Foundation awarded $1.7 MILLION in scholarships to support first-generation, teaching, nursing, and allied health students.

Thank you to the FCS Foundation Board for investing in Florida’s future workforce.

Scholarships open doors for students, strengthen our schools, and create a brighter future for Florida. Yesterday, Commi...
09/16/2026

Scholarships open doors for students, strengthen our schools, and create a brighter future for Florida.

Yesterday, Commissioner Mack presented Polk State College with a more than $54,000 contribution from the Florida College System Foundation to the Polk State College Foundation.

This contribution supports scholarships for Polk State students and represents our commitment to providing opportunity for Floridians.

09/16/2026

Under the leadership of Commissioner Mack, we are committed to:

1) Protecting the innocence of our children.

2) Ensuring we are graduating individuals equipped with both the knowledge and character to thrive in our Republic.

09/16/2026

“We need to ensure that students graduate with FACTUAL understandings of history and are NOT indoctrinated in leftist, woke ideology.” Education Commissioner Henry Mack

This October, Florida's education and workforce leaders will gather at Florida Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Future of Flor...
09/15/2026

This October, Florida's education and workforce leaders will gather at Florida Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Future of Florida Forum (F3) to discuss how education can help build America's BEST workforce.

Join us as Commissioner Henry Mack shares how Florida is reimagining K-20 education to better connect learning with workforce needs and prepare students for success.

Learn more at: flchm.co/f3spk26

Happy birthday to the Education Governor, Governor Ron DeSantis!Thank you for always fighting for Florida teachers, stud...
09/14/2026

Happy birthday to the Education Governor, Governor Ron DeSantis!

Thank you for always fighting for Florida teachers, students, and parents.

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