Our annual Meadowbrook Carnival is only ONE week away, and we are so excited!! Visit this website for the full list of vendors and attractions, as well as all the information that you need! https://app.givebacks.gives/meadowbrookcarnival/Campaign/Details?ReturnUrl=%2FCampaigns%2FSetup%2F8590b1%2FPageDesign
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
We feel so LUCKY to be a Manatee!!☘️☘️☘️ We hope everyone is enjoying their Spring Break!
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
Meet today’s Manatee… Mrs. Repp, our 3rd Grade Team Leader! Her leadership, dedication, and care for students make 3rd grade an amazing place to learn and grow. Read more about her below🩵🩵
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
Happy Pi Day from Ms. Vellake's 5th graders! 🥧 Students celebrated 3.14 with pi-themed math challenges, hands-on activities, and of course… PIE!
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
Take a scroll through the First Grade Wax Museum!! 🖼️🖼️ Our students became famous figures for the day after researching important people from history. They wrote speeches & dressed the part- we are so proud of these awesome kids!
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
Our students turned into mini scientists with the help of the UF Chemistry Club!🐊🧡. These 2nd graders had the best time learning how to make slime!!🧑‍🔬🧑‍🔬
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
We love celebrating our teachers!! We had the best time at our "Nuggets & Nuptials" event where we congratulated our newest Manatee Moms, Mrs. Zumberg, Mrs. McKaig, & Mrs. Tomlinson, as well as Ms. Kutz' upcoming wedding!!👶🩵💍
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN
We are rolling into science! 🎢 After learning about kinetic and potential energy, Mrs. McKaig's science students created marble roller coasters to test energy transfer and had the best time!!
2 months ago, NICOLE WASSERMAN

The Alachua County Public Schools Curriculum Department formally announces the review process for the 2025-2026 Instructional Materials Adoption for K-12 ELA, K-3 ELA Intervention, Personal Finance, K-5 Art, K-5 Music, World Languages, and Personal Fitness.

View the materials at www.alachuaschools.net/textbookadoption

4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
2025-2026 Textbook Adoption
Graduation rates for the seven ACPS high schools rose in 2025, from 92.7% to 93.9%. All seven schools posted rates above 90%.
4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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DEADLINE to apply for an academic/career tech magnet program is this coming Monday, January 12 at 4 p.m. Don't miss this opportunity for your child! alachuaschools.net/magnets
4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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🎓 Find Your Future at the 2025 Magnet Showcase!

Families — don’t miss your chance to explore the many magnet options available at our elementary, middle, and high schools!

Learn more about open house dates, shadowing opportunities, and application deadlines all in one place.

📅 Saturday, October 25
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Alachua County Sports and Event Center
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville

🚗 Due to another event in the area, please enter Celebration Pointe from Archer Rd and park in the South Parking Garage before following the signage and walking to the Sports & Event Center.

Visit 🔗 www.alachuaschools.net/magnets for details.

7 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Magnet Showcase

🌟 Celebrating Our Citizens of the Month! 🌟

Congratulations to all the Alachua County Public Schools students recognized as Citizens of the Month! These students are being celebrated for their kindness, leadership, and positive contributions to their school communities.

Thank you to Mainstreet Daily News, Bosshardt Realty and the Children’s Trust of Alachua County for sponsoring this wonderful recognition program.

7 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
September Citizens of the Month
Families of students in 5th through 10th grade can sign up now for their student to 'shadow' in one or more middle/high school academic and career tech magnet programs so they can experience first-hand what these programs have to offer. The shadowing window is Nov 13-Dec 12. More info at https://www.alachuaschools.net/magnets.
7 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
ACPS Magnet Programs

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

8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
UF Football Fundraiser

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

8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Check out upcoming events and other happenings in Alachua County Public Schools in this month's iNews! https://conta.cc/48KKGRL
8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
I News October
The Florida Department of Health has created a website (floridahealth.gov/diabetes) for the families of PreK - 1st grade students on the early detection of diabetes.
8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Progress reports available on Family Access or by requesting a paper copy from school. Instructions for accessing progress reports available at alachuaschools.net/progressreports
8 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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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.

9 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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STB Trainer
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