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Board told recommended state‑adopted science textbooks; public hearing set April 8, adoption slated May 6

2489744 · March 4, 2025
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District adoption committee recommended a slate of state‑adopted K–12 science instructional materials, estimated cost about $9.33 million; public hearing scheduled for April 8 and board adoption set for May 6 with an objection window to follow.

District staff and the adoption committee presented recommended science instructional materials from state‑adopted publishers and described the public review and adoption timeline.

Chief Academic Officer Nathan Shaker said the Florida Department of Education posted state‑adopted science materials in July and the district limited vendor participation to those state‑adopted options. Committees composed of teachers, administrators, students and…

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