Category: Education
Triumph Approves Term Sheets for UWF, PSC Projects
Triumph Gulf Coast Board of Directors approved the term sheets for significant projects at the University of West Florida and Pensacola State College. UWF’s term…
TBT, Politico Report on State Vouchers Issues
Two weeks ago, I reported on the accountability nightmare surrounding Florida’s state voucher program. “The scholarship program is about a $4.3 billion issue right now,…
A Petty Denial: New College President Refuses Emerita Status for Faculty Chair
In the ongoing transformation of New College of Florida—what many alumni call “the takeover” — President Richard Corcoran’s recent denial of emerita status to Professor…
Struggling with Kindergarten Readiness
In 2018, Achieve Escambia created the Kindergarten Readiness Action Network (KRAN). Why? For the first time since 2014, the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) had…
Kindergarten Readiness by School
In 16 of Escambia County’s elementary schools, fewer than one in three kindergarteners reported being ready to start school last year. Six of the schools…
Yikes, Kindergarten Readiness Dropped for 2024-25 School Year
According to the Florida Department of Educaton, only 36% of Escambia County kindergarteners were ready to start school for the 2024-25 school year — a…
Former Trustee Calls Out New Pensacola State College Board
In viewpoint published by the News Journal, Pensacola business leader Julian MacQueen calls out the four new trustees who believes have altered the college’s successful…
Top Reads: Week ended Oct. 18, 2025
Little-known Pensacola attorney Zach Smith has tried to make a name for himself as Pensacola’s DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) enforcer. As trustess for both…
In-Depth Look @ UWF State of the University 2025
The University of West Florida held its annual State of the University address today, with Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. delivering the keynote. Joined by…
United Way Dropped “Equity” from Achieve, Not Zack Smith
United Way of West Florida President & CEO Lauren Gilliam told Inweekly yesterday afternoon that it was her decision to drop “equity” from the Achieve…
West Florida High Named to “Best High Schools” List
U.S. News & World Report has announced that West Florida High School of Advanced Technology is a “Best High Schools” winner, earning a national ranking…
Escambia Children’s Trust Puts Mental Health Programs on Hold Amid Budget Concerns
Board members raise questions about expenses, missing audits, and mission drift as three providers face additional review. What was expected to be a routine renewal…
Something’s Not Adding Up in Florida’s Voucher Program
When Gov. Ron DeSantis signed universal school choice into law in 2023, advocates celebrated a historic victory. Today, more than half of Florida’s K-12 students…
Zack Smith Wipes Away Achieve Escambia
Pensacola State College (PSC) Trustee Zack Smith has problems with Achieve Escambia and PSC hiring its former executive director, according to the draft minutes for…
UWF Here For Good Math Doesn’t Add Up
Here For Good The University of West Florida announced on Friday that it was increasing its goal for its Here For Good capital campaign from…
Escambia and Santa Rosa Announce Top Teachers
ECPS Office of Community Involvement Announces School-Based Teacher of the Year Nominees Pensacola, FL – The Office of Community Involvement for the Escambia County (FL)…
Howard Reddy Leaving UWF
The University of West Florida announced Howard Reddy, vice president for University Advancement, has accepted the role of vice president of University Advancement, president and…
Pensacola Interstate Fair, Escambia County School District Launch “Step Right Up Student Awards”
In celebration of its 90th anniversary, the Pensacola Interstate Fair is proud to partner with the Escambia County Public Schools and Reithoffer Shows to launch…
UWF Center for Cybersecurity Secures Largest Federal Grant Ever
The University of West Florida just made history. The UWF Center for Cybersecurity has been awarded a groundbreaking $9.6 million grant from the U.S. Department…
UWF: Leading in the AI Age
Artificial intelligence isn’t just changing technology—it’s transforming how we lead, make decisions and shape the future of our communities. On Friday, Nov. 7, the University…
