Former DeKalb superintendent 'blindsided' by firing

Former DeKalb County School District superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris said she was “blindsided” to learn the Board of Education voted to sever ties with her on Tuesday.

Board of Education fires DeKalb County superintendent

The DeKalb County School Board has voted to sever ties with Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris.

DeKalb school board 'concerned' by state superintendent's criticism of Druid Hills High repairs

The DeKalb County Board of Education is concerned by the Georgia Department of Education's characterization of improvements to Druid Hills High School facilities in a letter from Superintendent Richard Woods.

State superintendent reacts to viral video showing conditions at Druid Hills High School

The Georgia State School Superintendent is now weighing in on the DeKalb County School District's response to ongoing issues at Druid Hills High School brought to light by a student-made video.

Cross Keys principal hosts safety meeting after student arrested with gun on campus

Cross Keys High School Principal Brittany Cunningham hosted the safety meeting to share with parents what happened on Tuesday and what can be done to prevent it.

Mother wants driver fired after fight on DeKalb County school bus

Chasrice Green showed FOX 5 cellphone video which shows students on her daughters' DeKalb County school bus first attacking her 8-year-old, then beating her 10-year-old when she tried to defend her sister.

DeKalb County School Board to discuss Druid Hills High issues after viral student video

The DeKalb County School Board is expected to discuss a viral video produced by students that show their concerns over the conditions inside one of the district's oldest schools.

Druid Hills High School conditions: Superintendent responds to student video

Some Druid Hills High School students are concerned about what they say are poor conditions inside the building like electrical issues, mold, and water damage. They're demanding that district leaders prioritize renovating the school.

Teen carjacked at gunpoint in Lithonia High School parking lot

DeKalb County School District confirmed the 19-year-old was in line to pick up her brother from school when two men walked up, tapped on her window and held up a gun.

Masks will remain on inside DeKalb County schools this upcoming semester

The DeKalb County School District said staff and students will continue to be required to wear masks within DCSD buildings during the upcoming semester.

Officials: Ex-DeKalb school officer fired after using 'excessive force' with student

A former DeKalb County School District police officer has been fired and will be charged after they used "excessive force" during an incident with a student, school officials say.

DeKalb parents, guardians can track child's school bus with new app

DeKalb County Public Schools announced the launch of its Edulog Parent Portal app that will give parents and guardians track the status of their child's school bus in real-time.

DeKalb County elementary school closes for 10 days after rise in COVID-19 cases

A DeKalb County elementary school is shutting down in-person classes for 10 days after over a dozen students tested positive for COVID-19. More than 90 other students and 13 staff members have been quarantined.

Man arrested after incident at Lithonia High School

Ricky Brookins II was charged in connection to an incident at Lithonia High School on Thursday that led to an officer opening fire.

Fire damages DeKalb County school, teacher charged with arson

A DeKalb County teacher faces several charges including arson after school officials confirm he started a fire inside a school.

Mask policies for each school district in metro Atlanta

A list of mask policies for school districts in metro Atlanta following the new guidance released by the CDC recommending everyone in K-12 schools to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status.