AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSchool Policy & Accountability: Hillsborough County changed its GPA calculation after valedictorian Vaibhav Bhaskar earned a record 11.99 weighted GPA—driven by bonus points for AP and dual enrollment—prompting a GPA cap starting with next year’s graduates. Legal Fight Over Student Speech: A federal appeals court upheld an injunction against Florida’s “Stop WOKE Act” higher-ed speech limits, saying the restrictions violate the First Amendment and academic freedom. Civic Education: The Florida Bar rolled out an updated “The Vote’s in Your Court” website and voter guide to explain merit retention and judicial elections ahead of November. K-12 Mental Health Funding: Fifteen Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration to block cuts to a $1 billion school-based mental health grant program tied to the Parkland response. Public Health & Safety: Health officials warned against contact with blue-green algae toxins found at Cape Coral’s Carousel Lake. Food Safety: Florida AG James Uthmeier pushed for a ban on potassium bromate in flour and said subpoenas will target companies using the additive. Online Learning Access: FLVS Full Time opened enrollment for 2026–27, with applications due July 24 and classes starting Aug. 19.
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