By Erikia Y. Mitchell In conversations about the looming literacy crisis for students in Georgia, Atlanta Board of Education Chair Erica Y. Mitchell reached out with her vision for students in Atlanta Public Schools. ************* In the vibrant city of Atlanta, where innovation and progress are the cornerstones of our community, the Atlanta Public Schools […]
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Clayton County Board of Education holds second public hearing for SY 2025
JONESBORO, Ga. – The Clayton County Board of Education held its second public hearing on the fiscal year 2025 superintendent’s proposed budget on Monday, June 3. The budget addresses Superintendent Dr. Anthony W. Smith’s five priorities: cultivating a school safety culture, promoting a positive work environment, increasing academic achievement, maintaining financial stability and sustainability, strengthening […]
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Hiring: General Reporter Role
ABOUT THE ROLE Education in Atlanta is seeking (2) general assignments reporter roles (part-time) who have range and can follow the beat to all things happening around the metro area that directly (and indirectly) impact education. This job is great for someone who likes to dig beyond the headlines, seeking documents and data to evaluate […]
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Fulton County Schools 2024 Graduation Schedule
SCHOOLLOCATIONDATETIMEAlpharetta High SchoolAmeris Bank AmphitheatreThursday, May 237:30 PMBanneker High SchoolGateway ArenaThursday, May 166:00 PMCambridge High SchoolAmeris Bank AmphitheatreThursday, May 232:00 PMCentennial High SchoolGas South ArenaTuesday, May 211:30 PMChattahoochee High SchoolGas South ArenaMonday, May 201:30 PMCreekside High SchoolGateway ArenaThursday, May 1611:00 AM Fulton Academy of Virtual ExcellenceRiverwood High SchoolFriday, May 2410:00 AMHapeville Charter Career AcademyGateway Arena Tuesday, […]
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Dekalb County Schools: Andrew Ziffer, Candidate for District 1 Seat
On May 21, during the General Primary elections, voters in the metro Atlanta area will choose representation for various elected seats, including school board seats. As is customary for us as an independent news organization, we have approached every candidate who qualified to run with a series of questions for them to answer for the […]
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On this day in 1956: March 1
On this day in 1956 by Jerry Mitchell, Mississippi TodayMarch 1, 2024 March 1, 1956 Autherine Lucy pictured here with Roy Wilkins, left, executive director of the national NAACP, and Thurgood Marshall, who led the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund. The University of Alabama expelled Autherine Lucy, the first Black student ever admitted. Thousands […]
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Superintendent Woods appoints leader to build statewide literacy coaching model
State School Superintendent Richard Woods has appointed Dr. J. Nicholas Philmon, a key figure in developing structured literacy practices in Marietta City Schools, to spearhead and develop a statewide literacy coaching model in Georgia. As the Structured Literacy Coaching Coordinator, Dr. Philmon, while retaining his position with Marietta City Schools, will collaborate with the Georgia […]
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Winter weather advisory forces closure of some metro districts on January 16th
In response to a Winter Weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service, several school districts have announced closures for Tuesday, January 16th, 2024. The advisory warns of potentially dangerous conditions, including freezing rain, ice accumulations, and hazardous travel conditions. As of this evening, the following schools have announced closures, with more anticipated into the […]
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We’re hiring! Seeking a general assignments reporter for
ABOUT THE ROLE Education in Atlanta is seeking a general assignments reporter who has range and can follow the beat to all things happening around the metro area that directly (and indirectly) impact education. This job is great for someone who likes to dig beyond the headlines, seeking documents and data to evaluate education programs […]