Federal funding-freeze could affect Georgia students
The U.S. Department of Education has withheld nearly $7 billion in federal funds meant for public schools. $200 million of that should go to Georgia. Georgia lawmakers said that could hurt students in the state.
Supreme Court says Trump's Education Department layoffs can resume
The Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to put his plan to dismantle the Education Department back on track and go through with laying off nearly 1,400 employees.
Nonprofit offers metro Atlanta students free summer learning
Nonprofit Horizons Atlanta is helping students by showing them what they can achieve outside the classroom.
Trump administration resuming interest charges for nearly 8M student loan borrowers
The Department of Education is expected to resume student loan interest payments on Aug. 1.
Student loan forgiveness program getting Trump overhaul: What’s changing
Here’s a look at how President Trump and the Education Department are looking to reshape the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which cancels student debt for some employees after 10 years.
Atlanta Public Schools extends superintendent's contract through 2028
Atlanta Public Schools has extended Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson’s contract through July 2028 following a unanimous vote by the Board of Education.
These states now require cursive to be taught in schools
Cursive instruction waned after Common Core Standards were adopted by most states in 2010, but in recent years, cursive requirements have increased.
Tennessee teens could lose driver's licenses as punishment for bullying
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Trump admin withholds $6 billion for after-school, summer programs
A funding freeze could wreck summer for low-income families and wipe out some after-school programming this fall.
Barrow County School District to receive $1M after Apalachee HS shooting
Barrow County Schools will receive $1 million in federal funds to offset costs from the Apalachee High School shooting.
Majority US families expect to maintain or increase back-to-school spending, survey finds
Nearly 3 in 4 US families plan to spend the same or more on back-to-school shopping this fall, according to a new survey from PwC, signaling strong demand despite inflation and tariff-related price pressures.
California, Texas are home to America's least-educated cities: See the 2025 list
A new study examined areas where cities aren’t making the grade when it comes to education and here’s what the data revealed.
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.
Poll shows low support for taxpayer-funded religious schools
The recent poll sheds light on an ongoing debate involving the role of religion in public schools.
Berry College, UGA named among most beautiful campuses in the nation
Berry College ranked No. 2 on Travel & Leisure’s list of the most beautiful college campuses, praised for its 27,000 acres and Gothic-inspired architecture.
Cursive writing making comeback to Georgia classrooms
Georgia's updated English Language Arts standards will require cursive writing instruction for students in grades 3 through 5.
Scammers using AI to steal college financial aid: What we know
Victims of identity theft who discover loans fraudulently taken out in their names must go through months of calling colleges, the federal government and loan servicers to get the debt erased.
Georgia's early child care educators to receive $500 annual bonuses
Georgia's early child care educators and staff at Quality Rated Child Care facilities are eligible for a $500 annual bonus, funded by a $17-million grant.
Fulton County school board votes to ban cellphones in class
Students in grades K-8 will not be allowed to use personal electronics during the school day.
Rockdale County schools plan to lock up students' cellphones
If students don't turn over their device or tamper with the pouch, they will receive consequences according to the student handbook, according to the district.