Category: Florida Gulf Coast University

Reading Is ‘Going to the Dogs’ in Southwest Florida

March 15, 2022
ArchivedFlorida Gulf Coast UniversityGulf Coast Humane Society. Reading to Shelter DogsNewsUSUS News
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Fort Myers, Florida–Melissa Meehan leads three children through the thick glass double doors of the kennels, where many furry bodies sit quietly, while some others are very vocal–but all are rife with anticipation. Clutching a book in one hand and a pillow in the other, Karl, 6, Karsen, 4, and Kaleb, 2, approach the enclosures…

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Florida Lawmakers Want Students to Take Financial Literacy Course Before Graduating High School

February 24, 2022
ArchivedEducation & Family NewsFlorida Gulf Coast UniversityFlorida LegislatureNewsSocial Issuesstudent loans and debtUSUS News
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Florida lawmakers unanimously approved a bill on Feb. 23 that would require high school students to take and pass a financial literacy course before graduating. House Bill 1115 would add the course requirement starting as early as the 2022-2023 school year. It could become a condition for getting their diplomas. Currently, students are required to…

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