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

1 day ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Drivers Ed Flyer
Thank you to the Gettel Foundation for donating $25,000 to our Academy of Automotive Technology. We appreciate your continuous support!
1 day ago, PAM @ Loften High School
Gettel Foundation donates funds to Loften
With Ms. Walsh's guidance, our Interact Club members rolled up their sleeves and beautified our campus this past Thursday, September 25.
2 days ago, PAM @ Loften High School
Interact Club Schoolwide Cleanup
Cleaning the undergrowth
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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
3 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Autumn is here, testing is near. Keep track of upcoming tests by clicking our tentative testing schedule. Dates are subject to change.
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Join our PTSA today!
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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

17 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Beyond the Bell logo
Progress reports available on Family Access or by requesting a paper copy from school. Instructions for accessing progress reports available at alachuaschools.net/progressreports
18 days 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.

26 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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STB Trainer
STB modeling
Stop the Bleedsimulator

Fair Share is due October 1, 2025. Click here for more information.

about 1 month ago, PAM @ Loften High School
Fair Share Links
Protect your family from flu. Sign up your child for free FluMist at school. Info and consent form at alachuaschools.net/flumist
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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It's been a great first week! Just a reminder that the warning bell rings at 8:30 am and students need to be in class by 8:35 am. Dismissal is everyday at 2:52 pm. Have a great weekend!
about 2 months ago, PAM @ Loften High School
Classes in session, bell schedule, and dismissal time

📣 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!

about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Alachua County Public Schools App
Spectators at middle/high school athletic events in ACPS facilities AND Citizens Field are limited to ONE clear bag. Medical items exempted. More information on what is and is not permitted is at alachuaschools.net/clearbag
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHedPJ9IfGk

🎉 We’re ready to kick off an amazing 2025–2026 school year! Watch this welcome message from Superintendent Dr. Kamela Patton to learn about new tools, new resources, and how you can get involved.
📲 Visit alachuaschools.net for everything you need to start the year strong!
🎒 First day is Monday, August 11 — let’s go, ACPS!

about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Check out the August issue of Alachua County Public Schools iNews, with important back-to-school information! https://conta.cc/47fF950
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Bus stop locations, pick up/drop off times and bus numbers now available through Family Access or on the district's website at alachuaschools.net/findmybus. Please be sure to follow all instructions for accessing bus information on the website.
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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With a new state law limiting the use of cell phones and other devices, ACPS has revised its guidelines. More information at alachuaschools.net/cellphones.
2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Free meals available at 80+ local sites for all children 0-18 through the ACPS Summer Meals Program. Visit https://yourchoicefresh.com for locations and serving dates/times.
4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Summer Break  Spot

Will your child need to ride a school bus in 2025-26? If so, you must complete the Student Transportation Information form. Visit https://www.sbac.edu/familyaccess to complete the form online, or request a copy from your child's school.

4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
School buses