2 Georgia schools make top 100 in U.S. News high school list
Two public high schools in Georgia are among the top 100 schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best High Schools list released this week.
Two public high schools in Georgia are among the top 100 schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best High Schools list released this week.
Henry County Schools respond after mock 'funeral' pep rally draws outrage
Henry County Schools issued a video message emphasizing safety and sportsmanship after a viral Stockbridge High pep rally featured a mock “funeral" for rival Dutchtown High.
Henry County Schools issued a video message emphasizing safety and sportsmanship after a viral Stockbridge High pep rally featured a mock “funeral" for rival Dutchtown High.
DeKalb County mom wants accountability after child eats THC gummy at school
A DeKalb County mother is calling for accountability after her daughter ate a THC-laced gummy at school without knowing.
A DeKalb County mother is calling for accountability after her daughter ate a THC-laced gummy at school without knowing.
Students stripped 6th grader of his clothes at Phoenix private school, police say
A 6th grader at an exclusive Phoenix private school was allegedly stripped in a bathroom by older students. Parents are questioning the school's response and transparency.
A 6th grader at an exclusive Phoenix private school was allegedly stripped in a bathroom by older students. Parents are questioning the school's response and transparency.
Gun fired into toilet at Gwinnett elementary; superintendent responds
Parents are concerned about the 24-hour delay in notification regarding a firearm incident at a Gwinnett County elementary school.
Parents are concerned about the 24-hour delay in notification regarding a firearm incident at a Gwinnett County elementary school.
Four DeKalb middle school students ingest gummies, 1 hospitalized
Four Stephenson Middle School students reportedly ingested gummies on Aug. 13, prompting a school investigation.
Four Stephenson Middle School students reportedly ingested gummies on Aug. 13, prompting a school investigation.
Judge blocks Trump plan to curb DEI initiatives at schools
A federal judge has struck down two Trump administration memos threatening to cut school funding over diversity, equity and inclusion programs, siding with teachers’ unions in a major legal battle.
A federal judge has struck down two Trump administration memos threatening to cut school funding over diversity, equity and inclusion programs, siding with teachers’ unions in a major legal battle.
Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
Clayton County teacher’s video celebrating Black male educators goes viral
Clayton County teacher Alfred “Shivy” Brooks posts viral video highlighting Black male educators.
Clayton County teacher Alfred “Shivy” Brooks posts viral video highlighting Black male educators.
Freshmen move into UGA dorms, continue annual tradition
Thousands of UGA freshmen filled Sanford Stadium to form the school’s “UGA” logo in an annual tradition.
Thousands of UGA freshmen filled Sanford Stadium to form the school’s “UGA” logo in an annual tradition.
Spelman College welcomes new freshman on Move-In Day
Spirits are high as incoming students prepare to move into the dorms at Atlanta's Spelman College this week.
Spirits are high as incoming students prepare to move into the dorms at Atlanta's Spelman College this week.
Atlanta Public Schools student hit after getting off bus
Police are investigating after an elementary school students was hit while getting off the school bus in Atlanta.
Police are investigating after an elementary school students was hit while getting off the school bus in Atlanta.
Ranking the best and worst community colleges in 2025
There are many things to consider when selecting a school like tuition costs and class offerings, and these community colleges earn high grades. See the list.
There are many things to consider when selecting a school like tuition costs and class offerings, and these community colleges earn high grades. See the list.
Senate committee meeting next week to discuss higher ed costs in Georgia
Georgia borrowers carry some of the heaviest student loan debt in the country, with the average balance topping $42,200, according to a new report from the Education Data Initiative.
Georgia borrowers carry some of the heaviest student loan debt in the country, with the average balance topping $42,200, according to a new report from the Education Data Initiative.
DeKalb County parents concerned over elementary school recess cuts
When DeKalb County elementary students returned to class last week, some kids saw that their recess time had been cut to 15 minutes a day to make room for more academic instruction.
When DeKalb County elementary students returned to class last week, some kids saw that their recess time had been cut to 15 minutes a day to make room for more academic instruction.
Kidsignments gives back-to-school shopping a thrifty spin
What’s the secret to saving money while back-to-school shopping? For many local parents, it’s Kidsignments.
What’s the secret to saving money while back-to-school shopping? For many local parents, it’s Kidsignments.
Trump orders universities to hand over college admissions data on race
President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
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.
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.
Flood of last-minute applications causes enrollment delays in Barrow County Schools
Over 460 last-minute student registration applications overwhelmed Barrow County's system, causing delays in school enrollment.
Over 460 last-minute student registration applications overwhelmed Barrow County's system, causing delays in school enrollment.
Scholarship program aims to transform lives of families affected by incarceration
Jennifer Greene, a bail bondswoman, has launched a scholarship program to support children with incarcerated parents.
Jennifer Greene, a bail bondswoman, has launched a scholarship program to support children with incarcerated parents.