Druid Hills High fate could be decided Monday
The DeKalb County Board of Education could decide the future of Druid Hills High School as early as next week.
Third DeKalb family alleges sexual assault on school bus
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
Another family says special needs child sexually assaulted on DeKalb school bus
The DeKalb County School District now says three students were involved in an alleged sexual assault on a school bus on October 22.
Family says non-verbal 7-year-old assaulted on DeKalb school bus
A DeKalb County family is frustrated after DeKalb school officials told them their 7-year-old with autism was sexually assaulted by another minor on the school bus.
DeKalb Schools names Dr. Norman Sauce III interim superintendent to mixed reactions
DeKalb County named Dr. Norman Sauce III interim superintendent following Dr. Devon Horton’s resignation under federal charges.
DeKalb County interim superintendent receives one-year contract
The DeKalb County Board of Education approved a one-year contract for interim superintendent Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, who pledged to continue advancing student success and district stability.
DeKalb County school bus involved in crash on Stewart Mill Road
DeKalb County police responded to a crash involving a school bus and a car at Stewart Mill Road and Rockbridge Road Southwest early Wednesday.
Several Cedar Grove High students charged after on-campus fight, officials say
Multiple Cedar Grove High students face charges after a physical fight on campus, officials confirm.
Ex-board member on Horton: 'We knew about former bankruptcies,' possible indictments
Dr. Joyce Morley says DeKalb’s school board made the right decision accepting Dr. Devon Horton’s resignation but argues it should take effect immediately.
DeKalb Schools names Dr. Norman C. Sauce III interim superintendent after Horton suspension
The DeKalb County Board of Education named Dr. Norman C. Sauce III interim superintendent after suspending Dr. Devon Horton.
DeKalb Schools superintendent Dr. Horton’s hiring drew early controversy
Dr. Devon Horton's hiring in 2023 was already controversial, facing public criticism over equity policies and questions about his leadership record.
DeKalb superintendent indicted on 17 federal counts in Illinois case; placed on leave
A federal grand jury indicted DeKalb Schools Superintendent Devon Horton on 17 counts including fraud, theft, and tax evasion.
Public meetings being held about future of Druid Hills High School
The DeKalb County School District is holding a series of public meetings to discuss the future of Druid Hills High School, its oldest facility.
DeKalb County recess debate: BOE to hear update on Monday
The DeKalb County Board of Education will hear an update Monday on recess time for elementary school students, according to its agenda.
DeKalb County considering vape detection sensors at high schools
The DeKalb County School Board is considering a new plan that would make it harder for its high-school students to sneak a vape hit while on campus.
DeKalb County football player dies after medical emergency at practice
A DeKalb County high school football player died after experiencing a medical emergency at practice, according to the school district.
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.
DeKalb County mom outraged after daughter kicked off school bus in rainstorm
A DeKalb County mother says her six-year-old daughter was kicked off the school bus in the middle of a rainstorm, a mile from their home.
DeKalb County Schools brace for potential federal funding shifts amid DOE uncertainty
District officials are considering cost-cutting measures, such as school consolidations and closures, to address financial uncertainties.
Georgia Senate approves bill to ban cell phones in elementary, middle schools
The Georgia Senate passed a bill banning cell phones at public elementary and middle schools, effective July 2026 if signed into law.