Florida Department of Education

As we wrap up the 2025–2026 school year, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to Florida’s parents and teachers for their unwavering commitment to education and to the success of all students across the state. Together, we will continue building a future where every Florida student can learn, grow and succeed.

Today, @GovRonDeSantis signed Senate Bills 538 and 178 into law, providing greater support for athletic coaches and expanding opportunities for Florida’s student athletes, including those participating in school choice options. These measures strengthen school athletic programs by investing in the students and coaches who help them thrive, fostering success both on and off the field. I am thankful to the Governor and Legislature for their continued support of Florida's students and athletic programs.

Resiliency Florida offers teacher resources to help bring lessons of resiliency into your classroom. Explore the Resiliency Florida Teacher Resources at BuildResiliency.org. #BuildResiliency

It was an honor to lead @EducationFL staff in an invocation and recognize Katie Farsi as the May “Going the Extra Mile” Employee of the Month. Katie serves as a Systems Project Analyst in the Accountability, Research, and Measurement Division. She consistently demonstrates reliability, professionalism and a strong focus on producing high-quality results.    We were also joined by @mdcpresident, who inspired us by sharing about the incredible impact @MDCollege and all @FLCollegeSystem institutions are having on student achievement across the state.

The National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) has become misleading in recent years for states like Florida where over 530,000 students are now attending a private school on a scholarship, and over 150,000 students are being homeschooled. As more students attend private school or home school, the significance of the information gap will only grow. NAEP governing board members and independent researchers agree. “I see it as the most significant challenge facing the NAEP program in the medium term,” said Martin West, a Harvard University education professor and vice chair of the National Assessment Governing Board, “because it threatens our ability to speak with confidence about states’ success in supporting student learning.” That’s exactly why Florida raised questions about the latest NAEP results when they were released in January 2025. Any study on Florida’s education landscape that relies on NAEP results is inherently flawed given the lack of a representative sample of our student population. chalkbeat.org/2026/03/13/low…

We are proud to introduce the 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year Finalists! Congratulations to all five outstanding teachers who inspire excellence and elevate the teaching profession! #FLTOY2027

As we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary, we reflect on one of our most influential leaders, Theodore Roosevelt, and his legacy of responsible decision-making. To help start conversations about responsible decision-making visit BuildResiliency.org.

Thanks to the work of @EDSecMcMahon, Florida now has the flexibility to waive certain federal grant requirements to ensure federal funds are spent where they are needed most—supporting students, empowering teachers, and strengthening learning in the classroom. The approval of the Ed-Flex Waiver is yet another example of @usedgov cutting through red tape and giving education back to the states—an effort we should all applaud. ed.gov/about/news/pre…

Resiliency Coaches serve as the first layer of support for students as they navigate challenges in everyday life. Become a Resiliency Coach and start making an impact on students in your community! Learn more at BuildResiliency.org.

It only takes one person to change the trajectory of a student’s life. That person could be you. Make an impact by becoming a Resiliency Coach at BuildResiliency.org. #BuildResiliency

JUST IN: Florida’s Education Commissioner praises @GovRonDeSantis for signing legislation to beef up campus security legislation and for refusing to “rest on our laurels” @StasiKamoutsas: "I appreciate the governor and his leadership. He is always very clear in his vision that we will continue to build on the successes."

Great to be at the Florida Department of Education Commissioner’s Summit in Miami today to sign HB 757, which enhances school safety measures at our colleges and universities. This legislation protects students and makes campuses more secure by: ✔️ Expanding Florida’s School Guardian Program to public higher education institutions ✔️ Transferring threat assessment reports and psychological evaluations in K-12 student records to a Florida postsecondary institution upon the student’s enrollment ✔️ Establishing faculty training and threat management teams to intervene with students displaying behavioral health issues ✔️ Requiring an annual security risk assessment at every campus in Florida We will continue to champion policies that keep our students safe in Florida’s institutions of higher learning.

Resiliency Coaches serve as the first layer of support for students as they navigate challenges in everyday life. Become a Resiliency Coach and start making an impact on students in your community! Learn more at BuildResiliency.org.

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The Family Resiliency Reading Guides offer literacy tips, lessons in resiliency and conversation starters for books on the Resiliency Reading List. Download the Reading Guide for When the Beat Was Born: DJ Kool Herc and the Creation of Hip Hop by Laban Carrick Hill. After reading, identify an activity to do with your child involving movement, music and making responsible choices. Download the guide at BuildResiliency.org.

During National Charter Schools Week, Florida is celebrating the continued success of charter schools across our state. Charter school students continue to demonstrate significant learning gains, reinforcing the strength and effectiveness of Florida’s school choice landscape.

🚨TOMORROW🚨 Join @FLACommerce and @CareerSourceFL for Rapid Response events for displaced Spirit Airlines employees at @CareerSourceBD ’s Southeast Orange Career Center. Additionally, Spirit employees in Florida affected by this layoff can go to floridajobs.org/spiritairlines for more information about upcoming events. They may also call a dedicated help line at 1-800-385-3920 if they need help filing a claim for Reemployment Assistance while they search for new employment or training opportunities.

Nicole Leon serves in many roles as a teacher and leader for her school. In the classroom, she fosters respectful, evidence-based discussion through the Socratic method where students engage in productive dialogue and collaboratively seek understanding.    Congratulations, Ms. Leon, on being named a 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year Finalist! Read more: bit.ly/4eJB8tx

Visit BuildResiliency.org to discover how to become a Resiliency Coach and build stronger, more resilient students by modeling the 11 Resiliency Characteristics. #BuildResiliency

Nicole Leon, a literature teacher at True North Classical Academy, was selected as a 2027 Florida Teacher of the Year Finalist. Congratulations, Ms. Leon!   @FlCharter #FLTOY2027