Category Archives: Involvement

Fort Walton Beach High School Visit

Today Governor Scott and I met with Principal Couvillon of Fort Walton Beach High School to kick off our Education Listening Tour visit. Although the weather was less than desirable, the teachers and students were very excited and welcomed us to their school. … Continue reading

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Open communication leads to productive conversations

During yesterday’s Education Listening Tour visits to Lexington Middle School and Madeira Beach Fundamental K-8 School, both teachers and parents were very open with Governor Scott. Many attendees remarked on how comfortable his humble manner made them feel while voicing … Continue reading

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Great Discussions at Boca Raton High School

Governor Rick Scott and the Deputy Chancellor for Educator Quality, Kathy Hebda participated in the 9/11 Commemoration ceremony at Boca Raton High School, and Governor Scott recounted his personal experiences on that day.  The school’s JROTC and chorus provided a moving … Continue reading

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Pinedale Elementary has P-A-N-D-A Pride!

It was great visiting with the teachers, parents, and students of Pinedale Elementary, “Home of the Pandas,” in Jacksonville, Fla. Governor Scott and I had the opportunity to hear from several teachers who were able to share their thoughts and ideas … Continue reading

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Message from Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart

Welcome, readers!  It is truly an honor for me to serve as your Commissioner of Education. Much of my adult life has focused on education. Whether serving as a teacher, guidance counselor, principal, deputy superintendent, or Chancellor of Public Schools, … Continue reading

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A Motto Matters

 Video of Commissioner Robinson’s back-to-school message, including information about the new motto. A motto is a good way to convey an ethos of any organization.  As Florida’s new Commissioner of Education, I am implementing a new motto in support of … Continue reading

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Using Data in Education

Last week, the Data Quality Campaign (DQC) released Data for Action 2010, an annual nationwide analysis of states’ ability to collect and use data to improve student achievement. For the 5th year in a row, Florida achieved a perfect score … Continue reading

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Getting Involved in Education

Today, Florida’s State Board of Education met to discuss a number of important education policies and issues. Their discussions centered on things such as integrating more digital content into our classrooms and turning around our lowest performing schools. (The complete … Continue reading

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