Students at Pasco-Hernando Community College are now getting the opportunity to have a one-on-one relationship with faculty and staff members as their mentors to help them stay in school. The new mentoring program, which targets African American students, was introduced this fall, with 18 students participating. ...more

November 28, 2007

GAINESVILLE The Florida High School Athletic Association Board of Directors approved a recommendation to discontinue the state fall soccer series immediately if 48 schools do not commit to participate in the event. The organization will continue recognition status as long as at least 32 schools sponsor a fall soccer program. ...more

November 20, 2007

Alarmed by slipping support for free trade even among Republicans, President Bush is arguing that protectionism will cut Americans out of chances for more - and better - jobs. ...more

October 14, 2007

TAMPA - Florida's Board of Education today chose a senior executive with The College Board to shepherd the state's education policy after years of controversy under former Gov. Jeb Bush. ...more

October 8, 2007

The session is scheduled from Wednesday through Oct. 12. The House, Senate and Gov. Charlie Crist are staking out their positions. Here is a look at what may be in store in major areas of spending. ...more

September 30, 2007

An Arizona-based foundation that made headlines last year by giving millions to Florida colleges and universities has set up shop in Tampa. ...more

September 21, 2007

Several university student leaders on Tuesday told Gov. Charlie Crist they could accept a tuition increase if it's used for such purposes as reducing class sizes and offering more need-based financial aid. The governor remained cool to the idea. ...more

September 5, 2007