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College Maps pairs college aged mentors with aspiring students
8+ hour, 14+ min ago (268+ words) College MAPS, a new North Florida education company, has launched to help 6th12th grade students build confidence, discover their interests, and approach the college journey with greater clarity and purpose. Founded by four women with extensive backgrounds in education, admissions, and…...
News4 JAX+ at 10 a. m. : Parents' experiences of children's heart defect
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (375+ words) This weekend, student athletes can get a free heart screening. They will need it if they have not had one and want to play sports in high school. A new law that takes effect July 1st requires all rising 9th graders to…...
Life-changing: Floridas first pediatric hospice and palliative care center to open in Jacksonville
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (467+ words) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " A new center opening in Jacksonville aims to provide children with serious illnesses and their families something many say is hard to find: a place designed specifically for them. The Dorion Family Pediatric Center, set to officially open…...
Malaysia enforces ban on social media accounts for children younger than 16
1+ week, 1+ day ago (765+ words) KUALA LUMPUR " Malaysia on Monday began enforcing rules barring millions of children younger than 16 from having social media accounts, joining a global effort to tighten online safety protections for young users. The rules require social media platforms with at least…...
Trump tells agencies to align with study calling for narrower childhood vaccine recommendations
1+ week, 3+ day ago (418+ words) WASHINGTON " President Donald Trump on Friday gave his endorsement to a January study by the Department of Health and Human Services that calls for cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every American child. An executive order from Trump directs…...
Terry Parker class of 2026 graduates share plans for college, military, and beyond
1+ week, 3+ day ago (537+ words) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " Terry Parker High School seniors made it official Friday night, picking up their diplomas and stepping into the next chapter of their lives. The ceremony at UNF Arena closed out Duval County's graduation season for the class of…...
Girl Scouts of Gateway Council offers summer camp experiences across Northeast Florida
1+ week, 4+ day ago (74+ words) News4 JAX Summer break is right around the corner, and many parents are searching for activities that will keep their children engaged, active, and learning long after the school year ends. Girl Scouts of Gateway Council offers a variety of summer…...
If graduates don't know what's next, could a gap year be a good option?
1+ week, 4+ day ago (280+ words) Caps, gowns, and a big life decision. Graduating from high school can be exciting, but also stressful. One poll found that about 66% of teens say they're worried about what comes after high school. After graduation, many students head straight to…...
Experts say building family traditions teach kids, confidence, problem solving, resilience
1+ week, 5+ day ago (50+ words) News4 JAX Experts say building family traditions teach kids, confidence, problem solving, resilience More young adults say they feel unprepared for real-life responsibilities. In fact, a survey found 80 percent say they don't feel confident with basic life skills....
Jaguars" Travis Hunter kicks off Planet Fitness free Summer Pass Program
1+ week, 5+ day ago (396+ words) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " High school athletes from across Northeast Florida packed into Planet Fitness Lakewood for the chance to meet one of football's brightest stars. "I'm pumped you know," Baker County quarterback Keldon Dupree said. "Love his game. Been watching him…...