At Duval County Public Schools, the first day of school is more than just the start of a new year—it’s the opening chapter in countless student success stories.
Inside Amber Jennings’ Language Arts classroom at Riverside High School, students jumped right into learning. From engaging reading activities to lively group discussions, the energy and excitement set the tone for a year filled with growth and achievement.
Across the district, classrooms are buzzing with possibility as teachers and students begin working together toward their goals. It’s moments like these that show the heart of Team Duval—dedicated educators, eager learners, and a community committed to excellence.
Be part of the story. Join Team Duval:
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Inside Amber Jennings’ Language Arts classroom at Riverside High School, students jumped right into learning. From engaging reading activities to lively group discussions, the energy and excitement set the tone for a year filled with growth and achievement.
Across the district, classrooms are buzzing with possibility as teachers and students begin working together toward their goals. It’s moments like these that show the heart of Team Duval—dedicated educators, eager learners, and a community committed to excellence.
Be part of the story. Join Team Duval:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, success is worth celebrating—especially when it’s the result of hard work from every corner of our community.
This year’s Back-to-School Bash was more than an event. It was a districtwide celebration of our “A” rating, our dedicated educators, and the students and families who make Team Duval shine.
At no cost to taxpayers, every school came together under one roof—with music, activities, and school spirit filling the air—to honor the teachers who make this achievement possible.
An “A” rating is more than a letter. It’s proof of the passion, talent, and commitment that lives in our classrooms every single day.
Be part of the story. Join Team Duval:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
This year’s Back-to-School Bash was more than an event. It was a districtwide celebration of our “A” rating, our dedicated educators, and the students and families who make Team Duval shine.
At no cost to taxpayers, every school came together under one roof—with music, activities, and school spirit filling the air—to honor the teachers who make this achievement possible.
An “A” rating is more than a letter. It’s proof of the passion, talent, and commitment that lives in our classrooms every single day.
Be part of the story. Join Team Duval:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, some educators don’t just teach—they help shape the heart of a school for generations.
At Alimacani Elementary, Debbie Ashenden has been part of the school’s story since 1991, growing from a dedicated volunteer to the Gifted Learning Lead.
Her classroom is a place where students are encouraged to think deeply, solve problems, and become lifelong learners—because for Debbie, teaching is about more than lessons. It’s about building confidence, community, and a love for learning.
This is what it means to make an impact. This is how Duval Delivers.
Join the A-Team and start your own story with us:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
At Alimacani Elementary, Debbie Ashenden has been part of the school’s story since 1991, growing from a dedicated volunteer to the Gifted Learning Lead.
Her classroom is a place where students are encouraged to think deeply, solve problems, and become lifelong learners—because for Debbie, teaching is about more than lessons. It’s about building confidence, community, and a love for learning.
This is what it means to make an impact. This is how Duval Delivers.
Join the A-Team and start your own story with us:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, new teachers are stepping into the classroom with fresh energy—and a global perspective.
Through CHAMPS Boot Camp, international educators from Ghana, the Philippines, and Jamaica are preparing to lead with confidence on day one.
Hosted by our Teacher Development and Support team, this two-day training equips teachers with the tools to create structure, build relationships, and foster meaningful learning experiences. It’s just one of the many ways Duval Delivers for educators.
Join the A-Team and make your impact with students across Duval:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, educators aren’t just teaching—they’re bringing the world to our classrooms.
Through the TPG Cultural Exchange program, international teachers from the Philippines, Jamaica, and Ghana are officially joining Team Duval.
These educators are stepping into elementary and Exceptional Student Education (ESE) classrooms across the district, sharing their expertise while fostering cultural connections that enrich our schools and students. Their passion and global perspective help spark curiosity and inspire a love of learning in every child they teach.
Join the A-Team and make an impact with students across Duval:
https://www.duvalschools.org/page/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, educators aren’t just teaching—they’re igniting curiosity and preparing students for the future.
At Oceanway Middle School, Ms. Conarton, Ms. Herbert, and Mr. Sori are leading the charge. Fresh off completing the UF IFAS Cultivating STEM Curiosity Workshops 2025: Helping Honeybees Thrive, these dedicated teachers are bringing new skills and innovative lessons back to the STE2AM2 Club.
Their passion is helping students explore STEM in hands-on, exciting ways—sparking curiosity that can lead to future careers in science, technology, and beyond. This year promises to be full of exploration, discovery, and opportunities for every student they reach.
Join the A-Team and inspire the next generation of innovators:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/humanresources
At Oceanway Middle School, Ms. Conarton, Ms. Herbert, and Mr. Sori are leading the charge. Fresh off completing the UF IFAS Cultivating STEM Curiosity Workshops 2025: Helping Honeybees Thrive, these dedicated teachers are bringing new skills and innovative lessons back to the STE2AM2 Club.
Their passion is helping students explore STEM in hands-on, exciting ways—sparking curiosity that can lead to future careers in science, technology, and beyond. This year promises to be full of exploration, discovery, and opportunities for every student they reach.
Join the A-Team and inspire the next generation of innovators:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/humanresources
At Duval County Public Schools, educators aren’t just teaching—they’re shaping futures and building careers. Cory Jeffords is proof of that. A Jacksonville native and proud Class of ’88 alum, Cory returned to Frank H. Peterson after a successful career as a master mechanic to teach the very automotive program that shaped his own path. Now in his 10th year, he’s helping students turn hands-on skills into lifelong opportunities. This year, every one of his graduates earned industry certifications—including one student who achieved seven. Stories like Cory’s show the lasting impact one educator can make.
Join the A-Team and help students build careers and confidence for life:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
Join the A-Team and help students build careers and confidence for life:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, school police officers play a vital role in creating safe, supportive campuses for students and staff.
Officer Dowling is one of many officers whose work goes far beyond security. Each day, he greets students with a smile, builds connections with families, mentors young people, and helps ensure every campus is a welcoming place to learn and grow.
By combining safety with relationship-building, officers like Dowling make a lasting impact on the school communities they serve.
Join a district where every role helps students succeed:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/humanresources/page/careers
Officer Dowling is one of many officers whose work goes far beyond security. Each day, he greets students with a smile, builds connections with families, mentors young people, and helps ensure every campus is a welcoming place to learn and grow.
By combining safety with relationship-building, officers like Dowling make a lasting impact on the school communities they serve.
Join a district where every role helps students succeed:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/humanresources/page/careers
At Southside Estates Elementary, teaching is more than a job for Sarah Quinlan—it’s a calling.
She began her career at Windy Hill Elementary, where she spent six years mentoring future educators, earning a master’s in Educational Leadership, and building lasting connections with students and families. When Windy Hill merged into Southside Estates, Sarah embraced the change, continuing her work with the same passion and dedication.
Now, she’s helping shape a new school community while making a lasting impact on students and colleagues alike.
Join a district where educators grow, lead, and inspire every day:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/humanresources/page/careers
At Spring Park Elementary, teaching Pre-K isn’t just a profession for Silvia Ramirez—it’s personal.
Originally from Lima, Peru, she came to the U.S. at age 15 and learned English as a second language. Now, she’s guiding a class of 14 English language learners—each on their own path, just like hers.
In her bilingual classroom, learning is active and joyful. With singing, dancing, and reading at the core of every day, Mrs. Ramirez creates a space where students feel seen, supported, and excited to grow.
With 11 years in education—six of them with Duval County Public Schools—she’s helping students find their voice in more than one language.
At Spring Park, educators like Ramirez lead with heart and inspire with every lesson.
Want to be part of a district that celebrates culture and supports its teachers?
Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Oceanway Middle School, innovation is hands-on. Four STE²AM² Club facilitators—Ms. Amos, Ms. Conarton, Mrs. Mangalindan-Stewart, and Ms. Herbert—just returned from the AI4Middle School Summer Training in Atlanta, where they explored autonomous vehicles, facial recognition, and robotics.
They didn’t just learn about AI—they experienced how it can be used with purpose and creativity to solve real-world challenges.
Now, they’re bringing that energy back to Duval County Public Schools, inspiring students to think critically, explore boldly, and prepare for the future.
At Oceanway, teachers lead with vision—and students rise to meet it.
Want to work in a district that empowers innovation?
Join Team Duval: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Normandy Village Elementary, Dankeisha Ivester is shaping more than just young minds—she’s shaping futures. A proud graduate of Duval County Public Schools herself, Ivester now brings that full-circle perspective to her own classroom, where building confidence is just as important as mastering academics.
Whether it’s encouraging independence or creating a safe and supportive learning space, Ivester’s goal is simple: help every student believe in themselves and their ability to grow.
She’s not just teaching lessons—she’s creating moments students will carry with them for life.
At Normandy Village, educators like Ivester are leading with heart, purpose, and pride.
Want to join a district that empowers its teachers and invests in student success?
Explore careers with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Mamie Agnes Jones Elementary, learning in Mrs. Patricia Raymer’s 5th grade class goes far beyond paper and pencil. From turning worksheets into escape rooms to transforming lessons into games like Battleship and Connect Four, Raymer makes every moment in her classroom an adventure.
As the sponsor of the National Elementary Honor Society, she recently guided students through a schoolwide project collecting recycled plastic—earning the school two buddy benches to encourage connection and inclusion.
At Mamie Agnes Jones, students are excited to learn, and teachers like Raymer are leading with purpose and passion.
Want to be part of a district that celebrates innovation and supports its educators?
Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At San Jose Elementary, math class is more than numbers—it’s an experience students look forward to.
Lori Matthews, 5th grade math teacher, brings energy and creativity into every lesson using games, movies, and activities her students already love. “We only have a little bit of time together each day,” she says, “so we try and make the most of it.”
In her classroom, students support and motivate one another—building a culture of encouragement and engagement.
Matthews says the school’s supportive environment empowers her to take risks and teach in ways that connect: “This is a culture school, and that makes me feel confident and comfortable taking the leap.”
Want to be part of a district that values innovation and connection?
Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Springfield Middle School, computer class is more than typing and screens—it’s a launchpad for life. Nichole Fisher, ICT teacher and classroom innovator, uses tools like Minecraft to teach students real-world skills, career exploration, and teamwork. For the past eight years, she’s helped students see how technology connects to their lives beyond the classroom. “If I can teach them something using something they like to do, they can make a correlation to it,” Fisher says. From planting the seeds of knowledge to helping students relate to one another, her class is about growth in every sense. Want to be part of a district where tech and creativity go hand in hand?
Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Normandy Village Elementary, 4th grade is more than just a grade level—it’s a chance to build lifelong confidence. Tahisha Merrell, a U.S. Air Force veteran and proud DCPS parent, brings structure and heart to her classroom, creating strong connections that extend across grade levels. Known for being a steady and trusted presence, she makes sure students feel supported every step of the way. “It’s all about the connection with the kids,” she says, reflecting her deep investment in their growth. Looking for a district where your impact matters? Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School, math is more than formulas—it’s innovation in action. Loravie Howell, Math Department Head and Math Team Coach, teaches high school geometry to 8th graders and brings lessons to life through hands-on projects like 3D printing.
Her students aren’t just learning—they’re creating. From designing geometric models to printing detailed octopus figures, they’re seeing how math shapes the world.
With 12 years in education, Howell says Duval has been the most impactful:
“The district is so collaborative—you can reach out, share ideas with fellow teachers, and actually grow from those conversations.”
Want to be part of a district where innovation thrives and educators grow together?
Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
At Samuel Wolfson School for Advanced Studies, college prep is more than a goal—it’s a way of life. With dedicated college counselors guiding students through résumés, scholarships, and campus visits, the focus on life after graduation starts early. And it’s working—over 90% of Wolfson students from this past school year were accepted into four-year universities. Each acceptance is a celebration, and every student leaves with a plan. Want to be part of a district where futures are built every day?
Explore opportunities with Duval County Public Schools: https://www.duvalschools.org/careers
At Duval County Public Schools, some students are choosing a different kind of path — one that reaches beyond graduation.
Through a unique partnership with Florida State College at Jacksonville, the Extended Transition Program supports students who defer their diplomas to pursue college-level industry and technical certifications.
It’s a highly competitive opportunity that blends academic learning with real-world skills, social development, and independent living strategies — all designed to help students thrive in adulthood.
Whether it’s preparing for the workforce or building confidence in daily life, this program is about more than academics — it’s about empowerment.
Want to be part of a district that opens doors and inspires futures? Explore opportunities:
https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
From the final bell to the first burst of summer joy, this time of year is filled with celebration, gratitude, and reflection. At Mamie Agnes Jones Elementary School in Baldwin, Florida, students are closing out the year with a powerful message: everyone deserves to feel seen, included, and supported.
The school’s new Buddy Bench is more than just a place to sit — it’s a symbol of kindness and connection. Whether a student is looking for a friend or reaching out to someone in need, the bench offers a quiet but powerful reminder: you are never alone at Duval County Public Schools.
As another incredible school year comes to a close, we’re inspired by the care and compassion found across our campuses. From all of us in Human Resources at Duval County Public Schools, thank you to our students, staff, and families for creating communities where everyone belongs.
Want to be part of a district where connection, kindness, and student success come first?
Explore opportunities: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/careers
