Marion County Public Schools Honor All Who Served During Veterans Day Ceremony
Marion County Public Schools presented its 19th consecutive Veterans Day program at the Ocala/Marion County Veterans Memorial Park, Honoring All Who Served.
Education
Marion County Schools Board to Take a Closer Look at Efficient Facility Use
A attendance boundary advisory committee may be formed to look at the utilization of district facilities across the district. The Marion County Public School Board will vote on an agenda item at its Nov. 11 meeting.
Hard Conversations Loom as Marion County Public School District Moves into a New Era
The Marion County Public School district will be facing a number of challenging conversations in the coming years.
Marion County Schools Superintendent Search Contractor Holds First Virtual Focus Group
The search firm hired by Marion County Public Schools is seeking input from the community regarding the board’s next superintendent via virtual focus groups.
Marion Technical College Unveils New Diesel and Aviation Mechanics Facility
Marion Technical College’s new Diesel and Aviation Mechanics Facility represents a boon to the area’s potential for workforce development.
Construction to Begin Soon on Lake Weir Middle School Replacement
The Marion County Public School Board unanimously approved the construction management contract for the new Lake Weir Middle School replacement at their meeting Oct. 28, 2025.
Ocala Horse Alliance to Raise Funds for Black Stallion Reading Project
The Ocala Horse Alliance will be holding a fundraiser, Leg Up for Literacy, to help support the Black Stallion Reading Project, which has become a staple in Marion County Schools.
College of Central Florida Nursing Program Touted in U.S. News & World Report
CF’s RN to BSN program has been ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Marion County School Board Weighs Options for Northside Schools
Concepts for how to use facilities on the north side of Marion County, particularly the four elementary schools, were discussed at a Marion County Public School Board administrative briefing and work session on Oct. 16, 2025.
Marion County Public School Board Hears Parents’ Concerns over Potential School Merger
Marion County residents voiced their concern regarding the possible merger of the Fordham Early Learning Academy with Reddick Collier Elementary School.