Government and community in Tallahassee, FL

Florida Department of Education administers public primary and secondary schools in Florida and is based in Tallahassee, Fla. It offers a dual enrollment program that allows high school students to simultaneously earn college or vocational credit. The department s Talented 20 Program guarantees admission to one of the more than 10 state universities. It also operates an official online student advising system that assists students in high school progress evaluation, checking high school transcripts and grades, exploring careers, and learning about higher educational opportunities. The department has various divisions, including student financial assistance office, instruction and innovation bureau, educational facilities division, agency administrative services, and finance and operations.

The Florida Division of Recreation and Parks has been in operation for more than 70 years. The division is responsible for the maintenance of over 155 parks in the state. It is a part of the Department of Environmental Protection, which is operated by the government of the State of Florida. The Florida Division of Recreation and Parks offers a variety of group, primitive and youth camping options. The division also provides opportunities for scuba diving, boating, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, surfing and bicycling. In addition, its parks provide space for weddings, social meetings and family reunions. The Florida Division of Recreation and Parks Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park features Wakulla Springs Lodge.