Federal hearing taking place over Cobb Schools COVID policy
Parents with medically sensitive students are asking for an emergency injunction to compel the Cobb County School District to begin following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
Cobb School Board passes antisemitism and racism resolution
The Cobb County School board adopted a resolution taking a stand against antisemitism and racism. The move comes after swastikas were found on bathroom walls at two schools. Many at the meeting said it's a start, but they want to see action.
Cobb County parents concerned after school board vice-chair shares COVID-19 misinformation
In a recent email to Cobb County parents, Cobb County School Board Vice Chairman David Banks appears to be sharing debunked information from someone else.
Cobb County School Board to discuss parent's COVID-19 lawsuit during closed-door meeting
A group of parents has sued the Cobb County School District over its COVID-19 policy. They claim the school board has not done enough to protect their medically vulnerable children.
Parents of Cobb County students file suit over COVID-19 policies
A group of parents with medically vulnerable children are suing Cobb County School District, saying it is not doing enough to protect their children from COVID-19.
Families threaten to sue Cobb County Schools over lack of COVID safety measures
Attorneys for multiple Cobb County students say they plan to sue the school district if it does not implement COVID-19 measures, arguing that the lack of safety precautions is “rooted in discrimination and systematic racism.”
Parents demand Cobb Schools leaders combat anti-Semitism in schools
Swastikas on walls in two Cobb County schools. Thursday night, parents and members of the Jewish community called on the school board to do something about hate crimes in schools.
'Inadequate response': Anti-hate organizations call out Cobb County School Board over hate speech in schools
The Atlanta Initiative Against Anti-Semitism, Anti-Defamation League, and other organizations plan to attend Thursday's school board meeting to express concerns with the board's response to recent antisemitism in schools.
Georgia lawmakers condemn anti-Semitic graffiti found in Cobb County schools
The Georgia House Democratic Caucus condemned the message discovered in a Pope High School restroom and another discovered days later at Lassiter High School.
Jewish students in Cobb County on edge after anti-Semitic message found in high school, Rabbi says
An anti-Semitic message written in big letters inside a boys’ bathroom at Pope High School has students who are Jewish on edge, Rabbi Larry Sernovitz said.
Cobb health board recommends schools follow CDC guidance on masks
A Cobb County health board responsible for advising school safety is recommending Cobb County schools mandate masks.
Cobb County schools approves raises for subs, supply positions
The Cobb County Schools recently announced raises for substitute teachers, supply teachers, substitute nurses and supply nurses using CARES Act funds. Those selection positions at Cobb Schools will be eligible for pay increases temporarily through May 2022.
'If you think you can change it, change it': Teen fights 'sexist' school dress code
Sophia Trevino said she is advocating for change not only for herself but for all the girls that come after her.
Cobb County Schools asks parents about optional COVID-19 testing at school
In recent days, metro Atlanta schools have reported 13,000 COVID-19 cases and as of last week, Cobb County alone reported close to 1,800 cases in their schools.
Protesters rally outside Cobb County School Board meeting about masks
More than 100 people showed up at tonight's Cobb County School board meeting. At times those who wanted a mask mandate and those who don't want their children to be forced to wear a mask got into heated debates.
Cobb County Schools announces $1,200 retention bonuses for bus drivers
Bonuses of $1,200 will be delivered in December, a Cobb County School District spokesperson said.
Hundreds of doctors sign letter to Cobb County school leaders
A letter signed by 240 physicians has been sent to Cobb County Schools Superintendent Chris Ragsdale and board members.
Children among hundreds seeking daily COVID-19 tests in Cobb County
The demand for COVID-19 testing in metro Atlantais back up as the more virulent delta variant continues to target unvaccinated individuals.
5th graders at Cobb elementary to learn virtually Aug. 12-20
According to a Cobb County Schools District spokesperson, fifth-graders at East Side Elementary will learn virtually August 12-20 based on district protocols.
All 5th graders at a Cobb elementary school sent home, parents want action
All 5th graders at a Cobb County elementary school were sent home Wednesday. They will all have to learn virtually for the next 10 days because of high COVID numbers.