VPK Rule Workshop Update FACCM attended the series of VPK Rule Promulgation workshops a few weeks ago. The state board of education is in review of the comments providers offered and work has continued on drafting language for the VPK state board rule which provides direction on the application process for a
October 17, 2011
Legislative Update Oct 17th 2011
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, Oct. 14, 2011.. The Legislature returns this week, with redistricting and budget meetings, as well as hearings on actual bills in a few committees. Few of the most controversial issues are ready to be discussed, and committees are still in the period where they’re hearing a lot of presentations
October 11, 2011
Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Estimate Conference
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August 3, 2011
FACCM Newsletter – Summer 2011
In This Newsletter Balancing Act Motivating Adults to Learn Legislative Updates Legislative Updates On the Horizon 2012 » Click Here To Download
August 3, 2011
SEEDS Newsletter – Summer 2011
In This Newsletter Twins in School-What Teachers Should Know Summer Activity: Plant a Classroom Butterfly Garden Outdoor Play: Designing , Building and Remodeling Playgrounds Membership Application Classroom Crafts Classroom Recipes » Click Here To Download
With the arrival of the new federal competition, Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge, early childhood programs are finally getting a seat at the table in conversations about education reform. This webinar will answer what everyone wants to know: Which states have a shot at winning a grant? What kinds
May 18, 2011
Final Legislative Report – 2011 Session
Final Legislative Report – 2011 Session This report was delayed so that we could make certain there were no surprises in the enrolled bills. They are posted several weeks after the session ends. Summary Comments: FACCM was more successful in executing a legislative agenda than in past years. We consistently focused on
Several of the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s education reform priorities saw movement in the legislature this week. The Florida Chamber views a quality education as a vehicle for ensuring Florida’s transition to the new economy and will lead efforts to enhance educational governance, focus on better outcomes and improve opportunities for
April 18, 2011
Legislative Update Session Week 6
FY 2011-12 Budget – SB 2000 – HB 5001 FY 2011-12 Budget – SB 2000 – HB 5001 Budget Conference The budget conference process, which was set to begin this week, is currently at a standstill. Typically, once each chamber has passed their respective budgets they move into a formal conference committee