The Florida Department of Education (DOE) is the state organization devoted to planning, strategizing, organizing and supporting education in the public schools including K-12, community colleges and universities throughout the state. The DOE offers a wealth of information to teachers, parents, communities and students on the Internet. For example, on the www.firn.edu/doe site, you can find information about: The Professional Code of Ethics The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Statistics about the teaching salaries in Florida Federal programs such as "No Child Left Behind" and "Adequate Yearly Progress" Initiatives for teaching reading and science Background information about school choice Programs providing classroom volunteers Assessment information on the FCAT Course descriptions of K-12 courses Curriculum planning tools Technology resources and information and much more. Also, check out the Teach in Florida site at www.teachinflorida.com for additional information about many topics including: Book reviews of professional books about teaching Lesson plans and lesson plan resources Job opportunities for teachers in Florida Professional development opportunities Teacher certification and reciprocity Technology reviews Grant writing tips Information about the Florida Teacher of the Year program Discussion board for teachers Reading tools for teaching K-12 students Bookmark these two sites and visit them often to keep in touch with the latest in your field throughout the state.