The end of the summer can be an exciting time for parents and students as they prepare to head back to the classroom.

This year, with the new "Learn Local" legislation in effect, schools have more authority over teacher training and retention initiatives, as well as a new framework to measure student progress.

What will these changes mean for teachers and students? And how will school district funding plans and testing requirements be impacted?

GUESTS:

• State Sen. Corey Simon (R) District 3, Quincy / Chair, Committee on Education Pre-K -12
• Patti Rendon, District 4, Hillsborough County School Board
• Justin Sharpless, District 6, Polk County School Board