This November, Team Duval is partnering with the State of Florida to celebrate “Family Engagement in Education Month,” a time dedicated to highlighting the importance of incorporating the whole family in a child’s educational journey. The district’s Family Engagement Department has made it easy for families to get involved by providing free resources, including an activities calendar and a digital pledge.
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Parent Champions
A Parent Champion is a volunteer parent or guardian designated by each school's principal to serve as a support to their respective schools within the areas of improving academic achievement and increasing school enrollment.
Below are useful links to resources that can aid Parent Champions in this distinguished role.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about this important role, contact the Family Engagement team. Email: FamilyEngagement@duvalschools.org
School District Resources
School District Initiatives
Team Duval News & Updates
Principals share 16 tips to help students transition to middle school
For many parents, a student’s transition to middle school can be a source of uncertainty, questions, and even anxiety. But with the right tools and strategies, educators say a child’s move from elementary to middle school doesn’t have to be intimidating.
Show up to Shine! Combatting truancy in Duval Schools
Combatting citywide truancy is the focus of a new attendance campaign launched by the City of Jacksonville and Duval County Public Schools.
Understanding the District's five year capital plan and the revised Master Facilities Plan
Oct. 30, 2024 - The Duval County School Board recently approved a new Five-Year Capital Plan, formally committing funds to specific capital projects throughout the district. This plan, which was approved at the Oct. 1 Board meeting, includes funding for several projects in the district’s new Master Facilities Plan (MFP).
Cell phones to be off and inside bookbags during class per 2024-25 Student Code of Conduct
Unless a teacher gives permission, students will need to keep their cell phones off, out-of-sight, and inside their bookbag or purse during class according to the updated 2024-25 Student Code of Conduct.
Team Duval Wants Your Shoutouts
Do you know an inspiring educator? Has your school provided an exceptional or meaningful experience for your child?
There are endless stories of amazing things happening in Team Duval, and we invite you to help us Shout It Out.