College students can tap into $36B in emergency funds from Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education announced on May 11 that it is allocating more than $36 billion in emergency grants to over 5,000 colleges and universities to be used for education infrastructure impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The U.S. Department of Education announced on May 11 that it is allocating more than $36 billion in emergency grants to over 5,000 colleges and universities to be used for education infrastructure impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
'We can and we must': President of teachers union calls for full reopening of schools in fall
Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, called for a full return to in-person learning in the fall — saying the nation’s second-largest teachers union is “all in” on bringing students back to the classroom.
Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, called for a full return to in-person learning in the fall — saying the nation’s second-largest teachers union is “all in” on bringing students back to the classroom.
Georgia university regents restart search for new chancellor
Regents who oversee Georgia’s 26 public universities and colleges are restarting the search for a chancellor, saying they are still trying to find a permanent replacement for outgoing leader Steve Wrigley before he retires June 30.
Regents who oversee Georgia’s 26 public universities and colleges are restarting the search for a chancellor, saying they are still trying to find a permanent replacement for outgoing leader Steve Wrigley before he retires June 30.
DeKalb County offering 750 paid virtual internships
DeKalb County will hire 750 paid virtual interns this summer.
DeKalb County will hire 750 paid virtual interns this summer.
Skilled Professions Signing Day signals bright futures in Cherokee County
A big night for about three dozen Cherokee County students who are taking giant steps toward their careers. It was Skilled Profession Signing Day for those high school seniors who are committing to a skilled trade.
A big night for about three dozen Cherokee County students who are taking giant steps toward their careers. It was Skilled Profession Signing Day for those high school seniors who are committing to a skilled trade.
Atlanta Public Schools students raise concerns over new start times
Thousands of students in Atlanta Public Schools will be setting their alarms earlier when they return to the classroom next fall.
Thousands of students in Atlanta Public Schools will be setting their alarms earlier when they return to the classroom next fall.
Free haircuts boost students' confidence at Henry County school
When teacher Rasheta Johnson realized the reason why her students were wearing hoodies up in class, she decided to do something about it.
When teacher Rasheta Johnson realized the reason why her students were wearing hoodies up in class, she decided to do something about it.
Second Clayton County school to end year virtually due to COVID-19 spike
Clayton County Public Schools said it was aware of an increase in cases at Sequoyah Middle School in Riverdale and, starting May 10, the school would pivot to virtual instruction.
Clayton County Public Schools said it was aware of an increase in cases at Sequoyah Middle School in Riverdale and, starting May 10, the school would pivot to virtual instruction.
Father says 11-year-old son jumped from school bus to 'escape the situation'
The father of an 11-year-old boy who jumped out of a school bus window earlier this week says he did it to escape bullying.
The father of an 11-year-old boy who jumped out of a school bus window earlier this week says he did it to escape bullying.
Former Atlanta Public Schools teacher hopes to open book store to help with childhood literacy
Former educator Corendis Hardy wants to open a book store that'll help improve childhood literacy, especially with children who live in socio-economically disadvantaged communities. She says she worries many young people will remain in a 'vicious cycle' without more community involvement.
Former educator Corendis Hardy wants to open a book store that'll help improve childhood literacy, especially with children who live in socio-economically disadvantaged communities. She says she worries many young people will remain in a 'vicious cycle' without more community involvement.
All Florida public universities expected to be full capacity this fall
The State University System of Florida announced that all 12 public universities in the Sunshine State can return to pre-pandemic operations for academics, social activities, and sports.
The State University System of Florida announced that all 12 public universities in the Sunshine State can return to pre-pandemic operations for academics, social activities, and sports.
Forsyth School cancels SAT, parents and students frustrated
Some parents and students in Forsyth County are upset their high school canceled a planned SAT testing day because of a track meet.
Some parents and students in Forsyth County are upset their high school canceled a planned SAT testing day because of a track meet.
Georgia seniors' college announcements go viral on TikTok
Woodward Academy seniors went viral on TikTok with the unique way they showed off their college decisions.
Woodward Academy seniors went viral on TikTok with the unique way they showed off their college decisions.
Westminster teen accepted to 16 universities, including Ivy League schools
Sweet 16! A high school student in Westminster got accepted to more than a dozen universities -- including her dream school, Harvard University!
Sweet 16! A high school student in Westminster got accepted to more than a dozen universities -- including her dream school, Harvard University!
'Heart' of Duluth High, beloved Gwinnett County teacher dies
Duluth High School students and staff remember social studies teacher Geri Flanary as the "heart" of the school.
Duluth High School students and staff remember social studies teacher Geri Flanary as the "heart" of the school.
Gov. Kemp signs teacher pipeline bill into law
Teachers in Georgia will soon be getting another boost in their paycheck after Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed the so-called "Teacher Pipeline Package" into law. It includes six different pieces of legislation, aiming to recruit, retain and increase training for educators across Georgia.
Teachers in Georgia will soon be getting another boost in their paycheck after Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed the so-called "Teacher Pipeline Package" into law. It includes six different pieces of legislation, aiming to recruit, retain and increase training for educators across Georgia.
Teen to become youngest USF graduate
Four brothers from Apollo Beach became University of South Florida Bulls early. The youngest enrolled at age 14 after graduating early from high school. At ceremonies this Saturday, he’ll be the youngest graduate, at 17.
Four brothers from Apollo Beach became University of South Florida Bulls early. The youngest enrolled at age 14 after graduating early from high school. At ceremonies this Saturday, he’ll be the youngest graduate, at 17.
Delta CEO Ed Bastion to speak at Georgia Tech commencement
Georgia Tech announced Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian will be the 2021 undergraduate commencement speaker on May 8 at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Georgia Tech announced Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian will be the 2021 undergraduate commencement speaker on May 8 at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Some Black parents say pandemic remote learning has shielded students from racism in classroom
Many Black parents are finding another benefit to remote learning beyond avoiding potential COVID-19 infection: being better able to shield their children from racism in classrooms.
Many Black parents are finding another benefit to remote learning beyond avoiding potential COVID-19 infection: being better able to shield their children from racism in classrooms.
Norwegian Cruise Line to celebrate teachers with free cruise
Norwegian Cruise Line is giving away free 7-night cruises to 100 teachers to award them for their passion and dedication.
Norwegian Cruise Line is giving away free 7-night cruises to 100 teachers to award them for their passion and dedication.