Trump admin withholds $6 billion for after-school, summer programs
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
Barrow County School District to receive $1M after Apalachee HS shooting
Barrow County Schools will receive $1 million in federal funds to offset costs from the Apalachee High School shooting.
Majority US families expect to maintain or increase back-to-school spending, survey finds
Nearly 3 in 4 US families plan to spend the same or more on back-to-school shopping this fall, according to a new survey from PwC, signaling strong demand despite inflation and tariff-related price pressures.
California, Texas are home to America's least-educated cities: See the 2025 list
A new study examined areas where cities aren’t making the grade when it comes to education and here’s what the data revealed.
Longtime coach McCrary steps down, sparking debate in DeKalb County
Dr. Phillip McCrary, a respected coach with 30 years of experience, resigned after controversy over his disciplinary methods during a school trip.
Poll shows low support for taxpayer-funded religious schools
The recent poll sheds light on an ongoing debate involving the role of religion in public schools.
Berry College, UGA named among most beautiful campuses in the nation
Berry College ranked No. 2 on Travel & Leisure’s list of the most beautiful college campuses, praised for its 27,000 acres and Gothic-inspired architecture.
Cursive writing making comeback to Georgia classrooms
Georgia's updated English Language Arts standards will require cursive writing instruction for students in grades 3 through 5.
Scammers using AI to steal college financial aid: What we know
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
Georgia's early child care educators to receive $500 annual bonuses
Georgia's early child care educators and staff at Quality Rated Child Care facilities are eligible for a $500 annual bonus, funded by a $17-million grant.
Fulton County school board votes to ban cellphones in class
Students in grades K-8 will not be allowed to use personal electronics during the school day.
Rockdale County schools plan to lock up students' cellphones
If students don't turn over their device or tamper with the pouch, they will receive consequences according to the student handbook, according to the district.
Kids in SW Atlanta receive free glasses thanks to YMCA, Georgia Lions
Some children in southwest Atlanta are seeing the world in a whole new way, thanks to a free vision program hosted at a local summer camp.
Student loan delinquencies dropping credit scores: What to know
Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.
Fayette County hosts Georgia's largest spinal injury response training for high school football
Fayette County hosted the largest spinal injury response training in Georgia, focusing on best practices for handling potential spinal injuries on the football field.
China’s rare earth minerals included in new trade deal, Trump says
Details are being released about the new trade and tariff deal reached between President Trump and China, which includes rare minerals and Chinese students attending American universities.
Barrow County faces backlash over proposed cuts to school resource officer funding
Barrow County plans to reduce funding for school resource officers, supporting only 12 of 25 positions, reversing a previous cost-sharing agreement with the school board.
Stuff the bus to help students in Henry County
The foundation is requesting new or unused art, cleaning, and classroom supplies, non-perishable snacks, bottled water, or other items teachers could use.
APS changes start date for upcoming school year
The district changed the start date for the 2025/2026 school year from Friday, Aug. 1 to Monday, Aug. 4.
Atlanta kids explore STEM careers at Westside Park event
Hope for Youth (HYPE) hosted the “STEM Into Summer” event at Westside Park, offering fun, hands-on STEM activities like making ice cream.