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The group is challenging a 2023 state law and related regulations that prevent colleges from spending money on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Under the bill, Florida's public higher ed institutions with an acceptance rate of less than 85% would not be allowed to accept undocumented applicants.

While the increase is good news, some education advocates say the statistic is just one measure of student success.

The agreement with the district gives experienced educators a raise of just over 3 percent. The pay boost does not include new teachers.

Both schools have a wide array of workforce training programs

A lobbyist says he hopes to get a proposal up for consideration during the legislative session that starts in March.

The board that oversees the state’s universities has set goals regarding school rankings, number of degrees awarded, and graduation rates.

The positions are subject to the state senate approval.

There are only five districts in Florida that have earned the designation.

The law allows certain undocumented students to avoid higher out-of-state tuition rates. Florida Senate President Ben Albritton suggests a sunset of the law.