Due to the potential for significant flooding and Georgia being in the path of Hurricane Helene, several school districts have adjusted their plans for classes, athletic events, and after-school activities. Hurricane Helene has intensified into a Category 1 storm with winds reaching 80 mph as of Wednesday morning. The storm is expected to move through […]
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Shooter identified; 2 students and 2 teachers dead at shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County
Education in Atlanta has confirmed that a shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County on Wednesday morning resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals and sent nine others to the hospital. The deceased include two students and two teachers. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has identified the shooter as 14-year-old Cold […]
State Superintendent clarifies implementation, adds AP African American Studies to course catalog
Georgia’s state school superintendent has reversed his course and announced that Advanced Placement courses, including the AP African American Studies course, will be exempt from the state’s divisive concepts law. State School Superintendent Richard Woods said Wednesday that AP, International Baccalaureate, and dual enrollment courses will not be restricted by O.C.G.A. § 20-1-11, which prohibits […]
Henry County Board of Education names Dr. John Pace as sole finalist for superintendent
The Henry County Board of Education has unanimously selected Dr. John Pace III as the sole finalist to serve as the district’s next superintendent. Dr. John Pace, III The board announced its decision at a special called meeting on July 22, setting in motion a 14-day waiting period required by Georgia law before they can […]
Midtown High School to ban personal electronic devices for the 2024-2025 school year
Midtown High School is implementing a new policy for the 2024-25 school year that will make the campus free of personal electronic devices (PEDs) from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The decision comes after the school’s teaching staff reported that policing cell phone use and competing with cell phones for student attention was their biggest […]
Atlanta school board chair: Reading proficiency is a pressing issue
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 […]
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 […]
Gwinnett County School Superintendent staying with the district despite reports
One day after reports named Dr. Calvin J. Watts as 1 of 3 final candidates for the superintendent role in Atlanta Public Schools, Watts reassured the community he was staying in Gwinnett County Schools. The letter came after news broke last night that Watts was one of the final three candidates for the Atlanta Public […]
Three names emerge as finalists for Atlanta Board of Education superintendent role
The Atlanta Board of Education is closer to finding a superintendent to lead the district. Yesterday, three candidates were presented to a community panel that provided feedback and insight on the final candidates to the board. The process, which Hazard, Young, Attea, and Associates (HYA) manages, has been notoriously secret. However, due to sources close […]
Clark Atlanta University to offer music education after 19 years
In a press release released this week, Clark Atlanta University (CAU) announced the relaunch of its Music Education major—nineteen years after the initial hiatus. The major will offer a curriculum that combines theory and practice while honoring the department’s thirty-year legacy. The revival of this major will focus on equipping students with the knowledge, skills, […]
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 […]
Complaints filed against Cobb County School District
Yesterday, the National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) filed two complaints with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), urging an investigation into Cobb County School District and Florida’s Collier County Public School District for creating a hostile environment for students through practices that include censoring books and learning materials that feature, tell […]
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, […]
Kemp signs $36.1 billion state budget
by Dave Williams | May 7, 2024 | Capitol Beat News Service Gov. Brian Kemp signed what he called an “historic” $36.1 billion state budget Tuesday containing healthy raises for state employees and public school teachers. The fiscal 2025 budget, which takes effect July 1, represents an increase of $3.7 billion over the fiscal 2024 budget the General Assembly adopted […]
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 […]
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signs House and Senate bills in press conference
On Tuesday, Gov. Brian Kemp signed several bills at a press conference that focused on school choice, property disposal, school supplies for teachers, social media, and more. Kemp stood alongside a large group of people outside the Georgia Department of Education who awaited the signing. Lieutenant Gov. of Georgia Burt Jones welcomed Kemp, emphasizing how […]
Cobb County Schools bans four additional books citing lewd, vulgar, and sexually explicit content
At a board meeting Thursday, Cobb County Schools Superintendent Chris Ragsdale pulled an additional 4 library books citing materials containing “lewd, vulgar, and sexually explicit content”, nor will your taxes be used to fund it”. The additional books taken off the shelves as of Thursday in Cobb County Schools are “13 Reasons Why” by Jay […]
Dalton Public Schools selects new superintendent
Dalton Public Schools unanimously voted to name Dr. Steve Craft the sole finalist for their next superintendent. “Today, we are excited to unanimously name Dr. Steven Craft as the sole finalist to be the next Superintendent of Dalton Public Schools. Early in this transition process, our Board decided to look internally for the next Superintendent. […]
Atlanta Board of Education extends interim superintendent contract
The Atlanta Board of Education voted unanimously to extend interim superintendent Dr. Danielle S. Battle’s contract through December 31, 2024. Dr. Battle’s original contract was set to expire on June 30. “Continuing this important work to illuminate the vision established by the ABOE is exactly what I am driven to do,” said Interim Superintendent Dr. […]
University of Georgia School of Law ranked among the top nation’s law schools
U.S. News & World Report has again ranked the University of Georgia School of Law in the Top 20 among the nation’s law schools. “All of these markers of success were achieved through the efforts of many,” Dean Peter B. “Bo” Rutledge said. “You – our graduates and friends – continue to answer the call […]
Forsyth County names new superintendent
In a unanimous vote, Forsyth County Board of Education has announced hiring a new superintendent after months of searching. Effective July 1, 2024, Mr. James Mitchell “Mitch” Young will become Forsyth’s 22nd Superintendent and the 6th appointed to the position. “Mr. Young strongly possesses the qualities, characteristics, and skills we were seeking,” shared Board Chairperson […]
A new program in Georgia aims to introduce students to car and road safety
A new program in the state is focused on educating Georgia students about road safety. This free partnership with the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) and We Are Teachers will launch the free K-12 Car and Road Safety Program, which will discuss the importance of road safety whether passengers are in a car, riding […]
Georgia General Assembly introduces bill to establish school supplies for educators program
If the General Assembly passes Senate Bill 464, the Georgia Senate could give educators the funds needed for classrooms. Last week, the Georgia General Assembly introduced Senate Bill 464, which could require the state’s Board of Education to establish a School Supplies For Educators Program. The program would work with the State School Superintendent […]
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 […]