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Visit to historical plantation home puts human face on slavery for students

June 24, 2022 – Tucked away on Jacksonville’s Northside is the oldest plantation house in the state of Florida and a place where enslaved people were voiceless. Now, students are working to make sure their stories are told.

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Educators become emotional discussing impact of low pay on their profession

June 23, 2022 – With tears in her eyes, former First Coast High School teacher Kayla Solon recalls the day she informed her students she was leaving.

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John Love art project blooms into display at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

June 15, 2022 – Using brush strokes, bright colors, and even their hands, Pre-K students at John Love Early Center were able to transform an art project into real world knowledge about insects and plant life.

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Backpacks not allowed for summer learning programs

June 9, 2022 – Summer programs in Duval County Public Schools begin on June 13, and the district is asking families to leave student backpacks at home.

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