Thanks to Ron DeSantis, Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday will now run the entire month of August and is a permanent part of Florida’s budget. Parents—starting on August 1st, you can purchase your student’s notebooks, backpacks, clothing and shoes, tax free! Let’s

Congratulations Tiffany Justice! Tiffany has fought for families and parental rights across the nation and I know she will bring that same tenacity to Heritage Action!

Since 2020, Ron DeSantis has invested over $5 billion dollars to raise teacher pay. But local unions are delaying increases by playing politics- keeping teachers from the raises they deserve. That is why I sent a letter to all school district teachers imploring that they

Proud to serve as Commissioner of Education under the leadership of Ron DeSantis who understands that our hardworking teachers should not have their raises delayed by unions with agendas.

Hope Florida links people with any need to the community resources available. It’s the saying, “It takes a village,” fully operationalized. Everyone, at any stage of life, sometimes finds themselves needing help finding help. And that's what Hope Florida provides.

Unions keep failing the teachers they claim to represent by pushing ideology over education. The Woke Economic Forum’s curriculum will not fly in Florida.

Florida teacher vacancies continue to drop! Compounded with the reduction in 2024-2025, teacher vacancies have decreased by nearly 30% over the last two years. Read the full release here: bit.ly/3H2RmiW

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I agree with Attorney General James Uthmeier. These allegations are extremely disturbing and these predators should face death. No child should ever have to experience this kind of evil. A clear message must be sent!

What I witnessed in the video of the incident was extremely troubling and absolutely criminal. I commend Florida State University and FSU President Richard McCullough for taking swift action against the Hamas sympathizer.

I had the privilege to visit Tallahassee State College today with Jim Murdaugh. It was wonderful to learn about your focus on career readiness, especially at the dental clinic and simulation lab. The Tallahassee Charter Academy and Innovation Hub are also going to be pivotal components to

If the Alachua County School Board thinks they’re going to violate parents’ first amendment rights at school board meetings, they’re in for a rude awakening. Given the circus at the latest meeting, my recommendation is that the State Board of Education withhold the entire school

.Hillsborough Schools continues to expose students to inappropriate content in their media centers, even after the State Board of Education addressed the issue. Van Ayres I expect this to be remedied immediately or you can expect another invite to our next meeting.

It was great to visit Brevard Schools yesterday with Superintendent Rendell. I was very impressed with Mr. Mac and some of his former students from EauGallieHighSchool’ Aerospace and Aviation Assembly and Fabrication program. The students shared about the amazing jobs they have in the

Thank you to Eastern Florida State College and President Richey for the inspiring tour of the Center for Innovative Technology on your Melbourne Campus. This new center will enhance the opportunities you provide students to bridge education and industry.

Thanks to the leadership of Ron DeSantis, Florida is home to more than 150,000 home school students. No state offers more freedom in educational choice than Florida. I sent a letter to homeschool parents today praising them and Governor DeSantis for the strides made over the

It was great to speak to over 300 new teachers in Miami-Dade Schools, our nation’s 3rd largest school district! I look forward to seeing all our educators and students build on last year’s success.

As the 2025-26 school year begins, we celebrate the powerful partnership between teachers and parents, which drives Florida’s education success. Thanks to the bold vision from Ron DeSantis, Florida continues to set the standard for education nationwide. With dedication in

I had a wonderful visit with Broward Schools and Superintendent Howard Hepburn! Hearing firsthand from teachers about how progress monitoring is driving real results was powerful. I’m excited for a successful new school year!