Tension is intensifying between teachers and the Lee County School Board over possible cuts in pay and jobs. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports.

The time to start applying for the school of your choice in Lee County began Monday. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports.

Say the words ‘New College of Florida’ and you’re likely to get one of two responses: either “Florida’s got a new college?” or “isn’t that where all the smart kids go to school?” Well New College in Sarasota is NOT new...but it IS filled with extremely bright students. As a matter of fact this small, public, liberal arts college consistently ranks among the country’s best. WGCU’s Mike Kiniry spent some time on campus to find out why, and has this report…

Cuts to the state budget may well translate to layoffs in schools. The Lee County School District is bracing for at least 400 layoffs. WGCU's Valerie Alker reports.

With enrollment caps and possible tuition hikes students in Florida do have another option. It’s called the Florida State College System. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez has more.

Ave Maria University is getting serious about reducing food waste in its cafeteria. Margie Menzel reports.

Fort Myers Canterbury School students received visitors from half-way around the world this week as part of a program to promote international understanding and collaboration. WGCU’s Katie Pankow reports.

Florida’s prepaid college tuition program is in its 20th year…and as Lynn Hatter reports, despite the current financial turmoil the program is running a surplus.

The search is on for a new university system Chancellor. The Florida Board of Governor’s held its first search committee meeting Monday to start looking for a replacement. In the meantime a person is already being considered to serve as a temporary stand-in. Lynn Hatter reports.

Enrollment opened this week for the Florida Prepaid College Plan. WGCU’s Mike Kiniry reports.