We’re failing our educators and our kids by not paying them enough to make ends meet. As a product of Florida public schools and former educator in Broward County, I hold education and our local teachers close to my heart. I’m a firm believer that public education is the foundation of a strong, 21st-century democracy …
Opinion: “Shevrin Jones: The power of public schools” Read More »
A new measure from state Rep. Shevrin Jones would rework the state’s standardized testing system by requiring school districts to obtain parental consent before issuing exams to students. “As a former educator, I have seen the stress that many parents, teachers, and students feel when it comes to Florida’s high-stakes standardized testing firsthand,” Jones said in a …
Rep. Shevrin Jones appeared on MSNBC to discuss Florida’s decision to allow armed teacher in the classroom and the need for implicit bias training. Read the original article here.
Teachers in this state could soon be armed—and this lawmaker is fighting to protect Black children from the proven disciplinary bias that could soon turn lethal. Florida is a signature away from arming its teachers despite this lawmakers best efforts. FL State Rep. Shevrin Jones proposed an amendment that would require armed teachers undergo implicit …
Now This: “Democrat Passionately Rails Against Arming Teachers Without Bias Training” Read More »
MIAMI — The outcome of the vote in the Florida State House this week was a foregone conclusion: A proposal to allow teachers to carry firearms in school would easily win approval. But that did not mean the debate would not be long and emotional, as Democrats implored Republicans in the majority to consider the …
New York Times: “Florida to Let Teachers Carry Guns. Will Black Students Pay the Price?” Read More »
[Opinion Editorial by Rep. Shevrin Jones] As a former educator in Broward Public Schools and state lawmaker who represents communities in South Florida, I am horrified by some of the legislation moving through Tallahassee this legislative session. This week, the Florida Legislature is considering HB 7093, a bill set to allow teachers with concealed …
Florida Politics: “Shevrin Jones: Responsibility to keep our kids safe” Read More »
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Several lawmakers have applauded a judge’s ruling that overturned Gov. Ron DeSantis’ mask mandate ban for Florida schools. On Friday, Leon County …
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