Cheer on the Gators and support ACPS staff appreciation programs by purchasing discounted tickets to the UF Homecoming game vs. Mississippi state on October 18 at 4:15. gofevo.com/group/Alachuacounty6

Open Houses for academic and career tech magnet programs begin next week AND the annual Magnet Showcase is October 25 from 10-1 at the Alachua County Sports and Event Center at Celebration Pointe. . More open house, Showcase and application info is available at alachuaschools.net/magnets

Fall Driver Education
Alachua County Public Schools is offering two options this fall:
🔹 Behind-the-Wheel Lab Only – for students who have already completed a Driver Education classroom course.
🔹 Classroom + Lab – for students who have not yet taken a Driver Education course (earn .5 credit).
Requirements:
✔ Must be 15 or older
✔ Must have a Learner’s Permit (for Lab Only option)
📅 Classes begin this fall
💲 Fees: $200 (Lab Only) | $250 (Classroom + Lab)
👉 Learn more and register here: www.alachuaschools.net/driversed
📞 For more information, call 352-955-6959

Wednesday, November 12th 6pm - 8pm
This is for all 8th graders and their parents who are interested in joining one of our Magnets:
Cambridge
Academy of Future Teachers
Academy of Health Professions
ACPS middle/high school families: Starting September 22, free virtual counseling and academic advising from certified school counselors offered after school through the district's Beyond the Bell program. Information at alachuaschools.net/beyondthebell

Thank you to the team from UF Health that provided Stop the Bleed training for principals today. As with our recent training on reunifying families after a school crisis, today's session is another example of the district's commitment to the safety and well-being of students, families and staff.




📢 Attention Hurricanes!
On Thursday, November 6th, we will be offering FREE Flu Mist to all students.
✅ In order to receive it, the form below must be filled out in advance
alachuaschools.net/flumist
Stay healthy and take advantage of this opportunity!


After school CROP will begin Monday September 8th and run through November 13th. It will be held from 3-5 Monday through Wednesday, and 3-4 on Thursdays. See the flyer below for more details.

All students will take their school pictures during their English class.
Seniors: If you have not yet taken your senior photos, you will do so Friday in the MPR. Don’t miss your chance to be included in the yearbook!



📣 It’s Here! A better way to stay connected!
Starting today, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Alachua County Public Schools app—or by text and email if you prefer.
Check out this short video with more information!
This is communication, simplified!



