Florida College System

With 28 colleges in the Florida College System, we are the primary point of access to higher education in Florida!

[Henry Mack @HenmackIII]

Congrats! 💙💙

[Florida College System @FLCollegeSystem]

4th Annual FCS Cybersecurity Competition!

Thank you to everyone who made this year’s competition a success for our talented students.

Florida’s cybersecurity future is bright!

https://t.co/ULwtUfkp03

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Today, we hosted outstanding students from across the state for @FLCollegeSystem’s annual Cybersecurity Competition.

Thank you to all of the contestants for participating and sharing your knowledge while preparing for exciting, in-demand tech careers!

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

BUILDING THE WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE.

A new lab at @FSCJ_Official is giving Florida students a chance to learn advanced manufacturing—and gain skills that can lead to jobs across Northeast Florida. ⬇️

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Meet Jenale Alfonso Cruz, a first-generation college student and an alumna of @SFSCPanthers.

When she was 12 years old, Jenale’s father had a cardiac event that sent him to the hospital, where nurses and doctors saved his life.

This experience inspired her to pursue a career saving lives—and now she’s working toward a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and Cell Science with a minor in Pathogenesis at @UF.

Read Jenale’s FULL Florida in Focus Spotlight: https://t.co/LfNcqBvAgg

[Anastasios Kamoutsas @StasiKamoutsas]

Congratulations to Greg Littleton, @PolkState District Board of Trustees Chair, who will be recognized with the 2026 James L. Wattenbarger Award at the upcoming Association of Florida Colleges’ Council of Trustees and Council of Presidents Joint Meeting in November. Selected by the presidents of the Florida College System, the James L. Wattenbarger Award is the highest honor bestowed upon an individual in recognition of their support for the @FLCollegeSystem.

It was an honor to nominate Chair Littleton for the prestigious James L. Wattenbarger Award. As a dedicated member of the Board for nearly two decades, he has guided Polk State through the expansion of its programs, campuses, and workforce mission. In the short time I’ve worked with Chair Littleton, I have come to appreciate his faith, thoughtfulness, work ethic, respect in the community, and dedication to his family. Polk State is tremendously blessed to have him serve as our Board Chair.

[Florida College System @FLCollegeSystem]

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

From classrooms to communities, cyber safety matters!

Want to be part of our cyber future? The @FLCollegeSystem is preparing the next generation of cyber pros with high-quality training for in-demand careers⬇️

https://t.co/v9Y75Vuqtw

[Valencia College @valenciacollege]

What an exciting day at Valencia College, as we celebrate a new transfer agreement that guarantees #VCgrads admission to @FAMU_1887 ! Go Pumas! Go Rattlers!

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

🚨JOIN US TOMORROW.

Workforce Pell creates a new opportunity for many Floridians to gain a skill and enter the workforce DEBT-FREE.

Register for our webinar and learn more about how Florida is implementing Workforce Pell: https://t.co/obnyJyJwAr

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

STRENGTHENING FLORIDA’S PUBLIC SAFETY PIPELINE.

Today, @usedgov approved FOUR Workforce Pell programs in Florida.

Eligible students at @EasternFlorida can now use Pell Grant dollars to enroll in programs that will prepare them for in-demand public safety careers!

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

MAJOR WORKFORCE INVESTMENT IN WAKULLA COUNTY.

@TallyState is investing in a new facility that will expand skills training in Florida and give more students access to high-paying, in-demand career opportunities.

WATCH ⬇️

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

It’s NEVER too late to learn a new skill.

Florida colleges like @SeminoleState and @valenciacollege are providing skills training programs that are attracting many Floridians over 50.

Thanks to the leadership of @POTUS Trump and @GovRonDeSantis, many of these students may be eligible for Workforce Pell—allowing them to graduate with new skills DEBT-FREE.

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Florida is leading the way on RESPONSIBLE AI use in the classroom.

Our AI guardrails put PARENTS FIRST, keep teachers at the center of the classroom, and ensure students use AI as a tool to enhance their learning.

Learn more: https://t.co/ynTqeSeg4y

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Today, Commissioner @HenmackIII joined @TallyState and @TSCpresident for the announcement of their NEW Workforce Training and Resilience facility.

This facility will support local employers, strengthen Florida’s workforce pipeline, and provide students with access to the skills needed to thrive in a changing economy.

Under the leadership of @GovRonDeSantis and Commissioner Mack, we remain committed to ensuring EVERY Floridian has the opportunity to succeed.

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Get paid to train for a career in WEEKS, not years.

Many of Florida’s short-term workforce credentials are now ELIGIBLE for federal Pell Grants—meaning you can train faster and start your career sooner with LITTLE to NO DEBT.

https://t.co/QyVPjfW1ZB

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Celebrate Freedom Week STARTS TODAY.

For our nation to continue to prosper, we must build a generation of Americans who honor our founders and have a deep understanding of the principles of our Republic.

From strong K-12 Civics and Government standards to Civics Literacy training for teachers, Florida is LEADING the nation in preparing students to be patriotic, engaged, and responsible citizens. 🇺🇸

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Through Workforce Pell, students can use Pell Grants to cover much of the cost of skills training programs.

For Floridians who take advantage of these grants, this means they can start a high-paying, in-demand career with LITTLE to NO DEBT.

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

We will NEVER surrender our classrooms to a machine.

Our AI rules provide the right kind of flexibility by putting parents FIRST, enhancing student learning, and keeping teachers at the center of education. ⬇️

https://t.co/ynTqeSdIf0

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Scholarships open doors for students, strengthen our schools, and create a brighter future for Florida.

Yesterday, Commissioner @HenmackIII presented @PolkState with a more than $54,000 contribution from the @FLCollegeSystem Foundation to the Polk State College Foundation.

This contribution supports scholarships for Polk State students and represents our commitment to providing opportunity for Floridians.

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

Scholarships. Opportunity. Impact.

The @FLCollegeSystem Foundation awarded $1.7 MILLION in scholarships to support first-generation, teaching, nursing, and allied health students.

Thank you to the FCS Foundation Board for investing in Florida’s future workforce.