Schools in Georgia planning for possible coronavirus outbreak
So far, there have been no reported cases in Georgia, but that is not stopping the State Department of Public Health and school districts across the state from planning for the worst now. This comes a day after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the country’s first case of the virus without a known source.
So far, there have been no reported cases in Georgia, but that is not stopping the State Department of Public Health and school districts across the state from planning for the worst now. This comes a day after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the country’s first case of the virus without a known source.
Henry County church works to pay down student lunch debt
A church is helping to clear out school lunch debts for some Henry County students.
A church is helping to clear out school lunch debts for some Henry County students.
CPS votes out Columbus Day in favor of Indigenous Peoples Day
Chicago Public Schools is officially doing away with Columbus Day in favor of Indigenous Peoples Day, according to a report.
Chicago Public Schools is officially doing away with Columbus Day in favor of Indigenous Peoples Day, according to a report.
After lengthy debate, Bible bill passes in West Virginia House
Delegates passed House Bill 4780 that would allow classes about the Bible to be taught in schools across the state.
Delegates passed House Bill 4780 that would allow classes about the Bible to be taught in schools across the state.
Bill: Widen Georgia aid for students to go to private school
Supporters of broadening a Georgia program that pays for special education students to attend private schools say changes would meet its original mission, while opponents say it’s another attack on the state’s public schools.
Supporters of broadening a Georgia program that pays for special education students to attend private schools say changes would meet its original mission, while opponents say it’s another attack on the state’s public schools.
Georgia educator killed in crash with man driving stolen car, police say
"She always had an amazing smile, sense of humor, and a determined, unbreakable spirit. She is going to be missed dearly."
"She always had an amazing smile, sense of humor, and a determined, unbreakable spirit. She is going to be missed dearly."
UGA, Georgia Tech oppose early admit bill favoring Georgians
The University of Georgia and Georgia Tech are fighting a proposal to make them favor in-state residents in early admissions, saying a state senator’s proposal would degrade their ability to recruit top out-of-state students and maintain their national reputations.
The University of Georgia and Georgia Tech are fighting a proposal to make them favor in-state residents in early admissions, saying a state senator’s proposal would degrade their ability to recruit top out-of-state students and maintain their national reputations.
Rent your diploma to Natural Light for $100
Natural Light, or as it's known across many college campuses "Natty Light," is offering graduates $100 if they are willing to loan their diplomas to the company.
Natural Light, or as it's known across many college campuses "Natty Light," is offering graduates $100 if they are willing to loan their diplomas to the company.
Ola High School choir invited to perform at Carnegie Hall, but they can't afford to go
A high school choir in Henry County just got a once in a lifetime invitation to sing at Carnegie Hall but, the choir has more than 170 students, and they can't all afford to make the trip.
A high school choir in Henry County just got a once in a lifetime invitation to sing at Carnegie Hall but, the choir has more than 170 students, and they can't all afford to make the trip.
Gov. Kemp reiterates need for teacher pay raises
Governor Brian Kemp is not backing down from his push to increase teacher pay across the state, despite the fact that some have questioned its high price tag amidst a year of budget cuts.
Governor Brian Kemp is not backing down from his push to increase teacher pay across the state, despite the fact that some have questioned its high price tag amidst a year of budget cuts.
East Bay school board unanimously votes to rename Wilson Elementary after Michelle Obama
The PTA president added that she feels the current name does not reflect "who we are as a community."
The PTA president added that she feels the current name does not reflect "who we are as a community."
Students: Teacher told classmate to leave US for not standing during national anthem
If the allegations are true, the teacher’s comments would be a violation of the district’s anti-discrimination policy.
If the allegations are true, the teacher’s comments would be a violation of the district’s anti-discrimination policy.
Arson investigation underway at Morris Brown College
Atlanta Fire and Rescue is investigating a case of alleged arson at Morris Brown College.
Atlanta Fire and Rescue is investigating a case of alleged arson at Morris Brown College.
Anonymous donor pays off all lunch debts in one Texas district's elementary schools
A school district in Texas says an anonymous donor paid off lunch debts in all of their elementary schools.
A school district in Texas says an anonymous donor paid off lunch debts in all of their elementary schools.
193 LeBron James foundation students offered free tuition at Kent State University for 4 years
LeBron James' foundation has partnered with Kent State University to give nearly 200 high school students a full ride to the college.
LeBron James' foundation has partnered with Kent State University to give nearly 200 high school students a full ride to the college.
Photo circulates of Martin Luther King High School students posing with swastika, Confederate flag
Administrators say they're taking action after a photo began circulating on social media that showed students who attend Riverside Unified’s Martin Luther King High School posing with a swastika and Confederate flag.
Administrators say they're taking action after a photo began circulating on social media that showed students who attend Riverside Unified’s Martin Luther King High School posing with a swastika and Confederate flag.
Dunwoody parents outraged after DeKalb County Board of Education relocates 800 students
Dozens of parents were left frustrated and confused after Monday night's Dekalb County Board of Education meeting vote to move 800 students to new schools.
Dozens of parents were left frustrated and confused after Monday night's Dekalb County Board of Education meeting vote to move 800 students to new schools.
Atlanta non-profit give place for young to grow
The goal of one Atlanta-area non-profit is to give young men a place to feel loved, heard, and supported. They recently partnered with Atlanta Public Schools to provide a broader reach.
The goal of one Atlanta-area non-profit is to give young men a place to feel loved, heard, and supported. They recently partnered with Atlanta Public Schools to provide a broader reach.
Texas legislators voice support for CROWN Act
The CROWN Act, which stands for "Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair," is a law that prohibits discrimination based on hair texture and styles, commonly associated with race. The CROWN Act addresses unfair grooming policies that have a disparate impact on Black children, women, and men.
The CROWN Act, which stands for "Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair," is a law that prohibits discrimination based on hair texture and styles, commonly associated with race. The CROWN Act addresses unfair grooming policies that have a disparate impact on Black children, women, and men.
California may halt student fitness tests due to bullying of disabled, non-binary students
California Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to pause physical education tests for students for three years due to concerns over bullying and the test discriminating against disabled and non-binary students. The move also comes after annual test results show a growing percentage of students scoring not healthy.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to pause physical education tests for students for three years due to concerns over bullying and the test discriminating against disabled and non-binary students. The move also comes after annual test results show a growing percentage of students scoring not healthy.