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Board highlights student science, performing arts and student-led advocacy; Education Foundation details $689,000 in scholarships
Summary
The board opened with arts and science recognitions and a student-led "Amplified Student Voice" presentation; the Education Foundation reported nearly $689,000 in scholarships and program grants, and encouraged mentor recruitment for Take Stock in Children.
The Alachua County School Board devoted the start of its May 5 meeting to honoring student achievement and community partnerships in the arts, STEM and student advocacy.
Arts recognition: Diane Rollo and district music leaders presented district performing-arts results for the 2025–26 school year, including more than 2,700 secondary students enrolled in performing-arts courses, 25 large ensembles with superior festival ratings and multiple ensembles that advanced to state competitions. Rollo noted that two high-school bands earned straight superior ratings across Florida Bandmasters…
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