Gov. Rick Scott announced Wednesday the distribution of more than $124 million in School Recognition Program funding across the state.
And Central Florida’s nine school districts will see nearly $25 million of that money.
Schools that get an "A" or improve their grade are eligible for the money.
“Florida’s teachers and schools prepare our students to pursue a college degree or excel at a great career when they graduate, “Scott said. “It’s important to continue to provide our teachers and schools the resources they need to ensure our students are successful in the classroom. That is why I am excited to award more than $124 million in school recognition awards to help recognize schools for their success and help increase student achievement. During this year’s Legislative session, we will continue to invest in our K-12 classrooms by proposing record per-student funding.”
The school’s staff and advisory council at each school will jointly decide how to use the money.
Amounts awarded to districts:
- Brevard -- $3,871,778
- Flagler -- $668,281
- Lake -- $728,304
- Marion -- $1,042,366
- Orange -- $10,302,440
- Osceola -- $1,483,702
- Seminole -- $4,398,238
- Sumter -- $456,169
- Volusia -- $1,779,099
- Total -- $24,730,377