The Board of Directors of the St. Johns County Education Foundation doing business as Investing in Kids (INK!) will host the February combined Executive & Finance Committee Meeting and regular Board meeting on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Fullerwood Training Center, 10 Hildreth Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Meeting times and agenda items are outlined below.…
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Each year, the St. Johns County education community comes together to celebrate the educators who inspire, ignite curiosity, and create lasting impact in the lives of students. This year’s Teacher and Rookie Teacher of the Year Celebration was no exception. On January 15, educators, school leaders, community partners, and supporters gathered for an unforgettable evening…
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As we reflect on 2025, one thing is clear: INK!’s impact is powered by community. Because of the generosity of our donors, partners, volunteers, and advocates, students and educators across St. Johns County public schools received the support they needed to thrive—academically, emotionally, and professionally. This year was marked by meaningful moments and measurable results—from…
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INK! acknowledges outstanding work of local teachers Every year, we recognize the dedicated teaching community with two prestigious awards: Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year. On Tuesday, December 16th, representatives of INK! surprised the five Teacher of the Year finalists in the classroom, sharing the exciting news and including students in…
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🎙️New Podcast Episode: Community First Credit Union & INK! Supporting Local Educators & Students We are excited to announce the release of the latest episode of the INK! podcast — now live! In this episode, we sit down with Missy Peters and Sabrina Papovitch from Community First Credit Union to explore their deep commitment to…
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Join Us for an Afternoon of Appreciation & Connection! INK! and Take Stock in Children St. Johns County invite you to our Mentor Mixer, a special event to celebrate our incredible mentors and welcome those interested in learning more about the life-changing impact of mentoring a student. This casual gathering is the perfect opportunity to:…
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R.J. Murray Middle School Unveils Innovative STEM Classroom Makeover with an Outdoor Greenhouse Some students at R.J. Murray Middle School did not recognize their own classroom when they walked through the doors on Friday. Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) joined the INK!, the St. Johns Education Foundation, and the St. Johns County School District…
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Nearly 900 participants & $40K raised at the annual 5K hosted by INK! & Old Town Trolley Tours INK! and Old Town Trolley Tours® hosted the 9th Annual Jail Break 5K at The Old Jail on Saturday, October 25th. The race began at The Old Jail and ended in downtown Vilano Beach. The event raises…
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🎙️Ready to Learn: Why Early Literacy Matters A conversation with Dawn Sapp, Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services In Episode 18 of the INK! Podcast, Dawn Sapp, Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services, joins our hosts to dive deep into the vital topic of literacy and reading readiness. The discussion takes us beyond simply learning to read…
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The Board of Directors of the St. Johns County Education Foundation doing business as Investing in Kids (INK!) will host the October combined Executive & Finance Committee Meeting and regular Board meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Fullerwood Training Center, 10 Hildreth Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Meeting times and agenda items are outlined below.…
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