April 6, 2020 – Children love to ask why. There are times when you may not have the answers. Especially when it comes to online learning, and the unique circumstances which we all find ourselves these days. We have a trusted companion to help children. DJ, Duval County Public Schools’ endearing, four-legged mascot, has the […]
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April 6, 2020 – It’s story time with your favorite Duval celebrity! On Monday, the district launched the Duval HomeRoom Celebrity Reading Room. Visit to see some of Duval’s most well-known faces read their favorite children’s books. This includes media personalities, athletes and city and community leaders. Play video above to see Superintendent Dr. […]
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April 2, 2020 – The shift from school-based learning to home-based learning has been an interesting — and sometimes challenging — experience for all of us. We’re inspired by the support schools, teachers, parents, and students are sharing with one another through this uncharted territory. To lend a helping hand, we’ve consulted with our Chief […]
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March 31, 2020 – In the face of a new, home-learning environment, Duval County Public Schools’ educators are rising to the challenge – and that includes those who work with students with special needs. We caught up with three Oak Hill Academy teachers who are stepping up their game in order to engage their students. […]
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March 30, 2020 – We all need some inspiration! That’s why we’re taking the national “Chalk Your Walk” initiative and putting a Team Duval spin on it this week. It’s simple. Just like the national initiative, all you need is chalk, a sidewalk, and a kind message! On Thursday and Friday, write/draw a message and encouragement […]
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March 29, 2020 – Human trafficking, the consequences of prejudice and the wonder of DNA are among the themes of award-winning artwork by Duval County Public Schools’ students that can now be viewed virtually through the new Duval HomeRoom Gallery of Fine Art. This gallery is a virtual showcase of student artwork – including mixed […]
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March 20, 2020- Duval County Public Schools teachers are ready to welcome back their students in “virtual style,” as the new “Duval HomeRoom” distance learning program launches. Team Duval sat down with an elementary, middle, and high school teacher to explain how they’re bringing the classroom into student’s homes.
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March 18, 2020– Team Duval is working to bring the classroom to student’s homes through its new home education plan, “Duval Homeroom.” A summary of the plan is below. You can also watch the video above to see Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene unveil the details of the new plan. High School and Middle School students – […]
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March 18, 2020– Duval county high school students have the opportunity to snag some free internet hotspots to help get their school work done. The district launched the Free Hotspots for High School Students program this school year. This program provides free high-speed internet access to qualifying high school students who do not currently have reliable […]
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March 5, 2020 – There was a time when none of the books she was reading had characters or storylines she could relate to, Dr. Diana Greene recalls. Now, as Superintendent of Duval County Public Schools, Dr. Greene says she wants to make sure students in her school district don’t have that problem. The superintendent […]
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