THE NWUP REPORTER

Recently, Laura Hines who is a Pinellas County School board member and Executive Director of a non-profit organization called Educating Florida Families put a video together to review the impact of Florida's School Voucher law on our public-school systems.  This is a very informative video, and it is strongly recommended for families interested in keeping our state education system strong.  you can click on the link to watch it.  We have also summarized the subject matter below...

The meeting begins with several Recognitions and proclamations: two gentlemen 100th birthdays, both in attendance, also correctional officers, St Gerard campus for teen mothers, and Foster Parents appreciation. Public comments: One woman in the audience gave a 3 min. statement that centered on pro Christian religion in government. She gave biblical references but was unclear as to what she was requesting. Another person spoke in support of the city changing to electric horseless carriages...

Holding a redraw outside that cycle raises red flags about political manipulation and gerrymandering. Redistricting decides who represents us and done fairly it reflects real communities; done strategically it can silence voters...

The first half of the meeting was for recognizing and presenting of awards to students from different schools and for designation of dates in May 2026 for different proclamations. St. Augustine Montessori Charter school requested to renew their contract for 5 years. During the April 7, 2026 School Board meeting, it was expressed by the school board members the accuracy and timeliness of submitting the school's financials to the board. Discussion followed and Dr. Thomson would like to...

The following is a summary of the legislation and legislative actions that were taken during the 2026 Florida Legislative session. Florida Legislative Recap — Key Bills (2026) 🚩 Bad Bills That Passed (Awaiting Governor action or becoming law) HB 991 — Voting Changes (Florida version of the SAVE Act) Adds new requirements for voter registration, including additional verification steps and expanded state oversight of voter rolls. SB 1296 — Public Employee Unions  Increases...

Recently I wrote a letter to our State Representative, Kim Kendall to point out her disappointment in her voting record and stance on our public schools. Please take time to read it below: Dear Representative Kendall, I am a constituent and parent writing because your actions in Tallahassee have been deeply disappointing and do not reflect the priorities or values of many families in St. Johns County. At a time when our public schools are facing real challenges, your focus and rhetoric...