THE NWUP REPORTER

St Johns County School District Compass Program What is it:  St. Johns County families can choose St. Johns Compass for the ability to combine personalized learning with a trusted public-school...

Today’s agenda the building of High School “JJJ”, which will be built in Silverleaf.  Timeframe will be the 2029-2030 school year. High School history:  The district evolved from two to...

The following student recognition were awarded:  Recognition of the National Speech and Debate Winners.    Superintendent, Dr. Asplen gave his 2026-2027 State of the Schools  Career Academies: Sixty-four percent of...

Legislative Update The Legislature finally wrapped up its extended/ special session, and several decisions could have a direct impact on St. Johns County. State Budget After weeks of delays and political fighting, lawmakers approved Florida’s budget. While leaders are touting tax cuts and fiscal responsibility, many Floridians are still struggling with rising insurance costs, a lack of affordable housing, and continued challenges facing public education...

The following student recognition were awarded:  2026 Spring State Athletic Championship  2026 Crime Stoppers Poster Winners  Winner of the National Cambridge Learner Award for Psychology  Consent to approve the following: Theses approvals impact the finances of...

5 Year Work Plan Introduction – The 5-year facilities work plan guides the district capital and construction decisions.  It includes projections for 5, 10 and 20 years. The presentation began...

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...