FSCA NEWS

According to the 2008 Quality Counts report - a national comparison of state education systems - Florida ranked among the top 15 in the country. Since last year, Florida schools have jumped from 31st place in the nation to 14th. Florida was recognized for:

• Outstanding participation in Advanced Placement (AP) programs, specifically more students taking AP courses and passing AP exams
• Academic gains on the National Assessment of Educational Progress
• Closing the achievement gap between white and minority students
• Preparing, attracting and recognizing quality teachers
• Preparing our students for the future by setting high standards and measuring progress

For more information, visit http://www.fldoe.org/news/2008/2008_01_09.asp