Newnan High School's grand reopening: Take a sneak peek inside
It has been three years since a tornado so badly damaged Newnan High School that it had to be torn down.
I-Team: Thousands ticketed by school zone cameras set up further from the school than law allows
The FOX 5 I-Team found a pair of automated school zone cameras in southwest Atlanta set up too far away from an elementary school under Georgia law, but the city and Atlanta Public Schools aren't budging on more than 6K citations issued there. Under the 2018 law legalizing the cameras, school zones must be within 1,000 feet of a school boundary, but one camera for the Fickett Elementary school zone stands double that distance away.
This Florida school district will require teachers to wear panic button
Lake County Schools teachers are required to wear a panic alert system called CENTEGIX. It's essentially a panic button attached to a lanyard worn around their neck. This school year, it will automatically sync with the emergency system used by law enforcement, Fusus.
Georgia superintendent blocks AP African American studies: Kemp, Metro Atlanta schools respond
A group of state lawmakers, joined by educators, students, pastors and activists, vigorously called into question state superintendent Richard Woods' decision to pull state funding for an advanced placement African-American studies course.
Should AP African American Studies be taught in Georgia schools? Congresswomen talk superintendent ban
Should Advanced Placement African American Studies be taught in Georgia schools? According to State School Superintendent of the Georgia Department of Education Richard Woods, it's not a priority.
Henry County school board names sole superintendent finalist
Dr. John Pace III was named the sole finalist to serve as the Henry County school superintendent for the upcoming school year.
1K students receive new shoes, school supplies from Change Church
On July 20, 2024, Change Church, in partnership with The Change Foundation and local businesses, hosted the 2nd Annual Change Mart.
Back-to-School 2024: When does school start in metro Atlanta?
As summer winds down, excitement fills the air in metro Atlanta as students prepare to return to school. Here is a list of start dates.
Atlanta Public Schools holds Back-to-School Bash over weekend
Atlanta Public Schools celebrated the start of a brand-new school year with a big Back-to-School Bash at the Georgia World Congress Center over the weekend.
Remainder of Biden’s student debt relief plan blocked by appeals court
The ruling comes the same day the Biden administration announced it would forgive roughly $1.2 billion in additional student loan debt for borrowers who work in public service.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden cancels another $1.2B in debt for public service workers
Student loan borrowers who work in public service, such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others, will benefit from the student debt relief, the Education Department said.
Teachers struggle with burden of covering cost of crucial school supplies
When adjusting for inflation, teachers are making 5% less on average than they did 10 years ago, data shows.
Changes are coming to ACT test, including making science portion optional
The ACT college admissions exam will undergo major changes starting in spring 2025, including shortening the test and making the science section optional. The updates aim to reduce student fatigue and provide more flexibility, aligning with recent changes to the SAT.
Back-to-school events and giveaways in metro Atlanta | 2024
List of back-to-school events and giveaways in the metro Atlanta area for 2024.
Morehouse College president announces retirement
Dr. David A. Thomas, the esteemed president of Morehouse College, has announced that he will retire next summer after a distinguished tenure marked by innovation, growth, and a commitment to social justice.
DeKalb County approves new weapons detection systems in schools, stadiums
DeKalb County is beefing up security measures at six schools and five football stadiums to reduce the number of weapons that make it onto campus.
Shaq takes 20 North Texas kids on $500 back-to-school shopping sprees at JCPenney
The 20 kids received $500 gift cards and an hour to shop with the NBA legend himself!
Cellphone ban: DeKalb County Schools approves $400K for smartphone pouch pilot program
The DeKalb County School Board has voted to spend $400,000 on a smartphone pouch pilot program during its meeting on Monday.
Target announces back-to-school and college savings deals
Target has announced several back-to-school deals. Here’s what’s included.
Most Johns Hopkins medical students will no longer pay tuition
Most medical students at Johns Hopkins University will no longer pay tuition, and many will also have their living expenses and fees covered, too.