Gov. DeSantis signs measure expanding sports options for charter school athletesFrom Florida Politics The legislation was inspired by an issue in Vero Beach. Two lawmakers from the city carried it across the finish line. By the beginning of the next school year, charter school students in Florida will have more options when deciding where to play. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 190, which will enable students at charter schools throughout Florida to participate in the athletic programs of willing private schools, regardless of whether a nearby public school has similar offerings. READ MORE |