UF Launches New Online Teaching Degree

• Florida ranks last in average teacher pay nationally.
• FEA advocates for legislative measures to improve teacher retention, including Senate Bill 136 and House Bill 439, aimed at increasing salaries and job protections.

Next Steps for Aspiring Teachers

The new elementary education program will begin accepting students each fall, with the first cohort set to start later this year. Interested applicants should note that the application deadline for the initial class is April 28. As educational leaders monitor this program's impact, its success could play a significant role in addressing Florida's teaching workforce challenges.