Advocacy Nights offer the community a valuable opportunity to receive comprehensive updates on educational developments at multiple levels. These events provide insights into the latest advancements and challenges in education within Duval County and broader updates on statewide and federal education policies. Attendees will hear from key stakeholders, including local education leaders, policymakers, and experts, who will discuss recent changes, upcoming initiatives, and their potential impact on students and schools. By participating in Advocacy Nights, community members will be better informed about how educational issues are being addressed at all levels and can engage in meaningful discussions about the future of education in their community and beyond.
JPEF hosted an Advocacy Night on Thursday, March 13, to discuss the DCPS legislative agenda.
Legislation Discussed at Advocacy Night
Teacher/School Workforce:
SB 112 - Children with Developmental Disabilities
SB 102 - Exceptional Student Education
HB 327 - Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
SB 508 - Family Empowerment Scholarship Program
SB 166 - Administrative Efficiency in Public Schools, See Lines:
- 1251 - Financial Incentives for Teachers at Title 1 Schools
- 1484 - Instructional Multi-year Contract
- 1593 - Performance Evaluation
- 1643 - Incentive Pay
- 1648 - CTE Teacher Requirements
School Absences:
SB 166 - Line 38
HB 1367 - School Attendance
SB 938 - School Attendance
School Transportation
HB 85 - Hazardous Walking Conditions
School Start Times
SB 296 - Middle School and High School Start Times
HB 261 - Middle School and High School Start Times
School Safety
SB 1470 - School Safety
Buying/Selling School Property
HB 123 - Prohibits school board from purchasing or acquiring real property if enrollment in school district has declined in preceding 5-year period
SB 140 - Prohibits school board from purchasing or acquiring real property if enrollment in school district has declined in preceding 5-year period
For more information on bills JPEF is tracking see the Legislative Session page.
March 13, 2025 Advocacy Night
November 21, 2024
Advocacy Night - Duval Delegation
