Florida Department of Education: Florida Surpasses 540 Purple Star Schools of Distinction, Recognizing Commitment to Military Families

Tallahassee, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - November 11, 2026) - In recognition of Veterans Day, the Florida Department of Education recognizes Florida's continued commitment to military-connected students and families. Florida now has over 540 Purple Star Schools of Distinction, with 94 new schools earning the designation, and 69 schools renewing their designation. Additionally, three school districts—Clay County Schools, Escambia County Schools, and Flagler County Schools—have earned the Purple...

2026-11-11 2:01 PM EST