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2015 Public Education Perceptions Poll: Most Duval County residents unaware of improvements to the graduation rate

12/1/2015

Duval County residents are on average four years behind when it comes to perceptions of the graduation rate, according to results of the Jacksonville Public Education Fund’s annual Public Education Perceptions Poll.

A new question this year asked poll respondents what they thought the current Duval County high school graduation rate was, and the average response was 61 percent. Duval’s graduation rate is currently 74 percent. It was 63 percent in 2011.

Keep reading to learn more and see full poll results.

2015 Public Education Perceptions Poll: Most Duval County residents unaware of improvements to the graduation rate

12/1/2015

Duval County residents are on average four years behind when it comes to perceptions of the graduation rate, according to results of the Jacksonville Public Education Fund’s annual Public Education Perceptions Poll.

A new question this year asked poll respondents what they thought the current Duval County high school graduation rate was, and the average response was 61 percent. Duval’s graduation rate is currently 74 percent. It was 63 percent in 2011.

Keep reading to learn more and see full poll results.

#GivingTuesday: Powering the potential of our community’s voice

11/30/2015

Our research wouldn't be possible without support from individuals like you. This #GivingTuesday, send a message that accurate information matters — make a contribution today!

#GivingTuesday: Powering the potential of our community’s voice

11/30/2015

Our research wouldn't be possible without support from individuals like you. This #GivingTuesday, send a message that accurate information matters — make a contribution today!

9th Annual NEFL Advocacy Training: New partnerships, inspiring stories and tips for success

11/24/2015

The Jacksonville Public Education Fund was honored to partner with Healthy Start Coalition, the Jacksonville Kids Coalition and United Way of Northeast Florida and the Jacksonville Children's Commission for the 9th Annual Advocacy Training on November 10.  

That's why we're excited to share Erin Addington of Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition summary of their annual advocacy workshop held each year for child-serving agencies in the region. We're thankful for meaningful collaborations that will help volunteers and nonprofit professionals become better advocates.