Study: Teens spend 90 minutes on phones during school day, raising concerns
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents spend an average of 90 minutes on their smartphones during school hours.
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents spend an average of 90 minutes on their smartphones during school hours.
Book ban investigations ended, including complaints against Forsyth County Schools
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced it will no longer investigate school book removals, effectively ending its involvement in the nationwide debate over so-called "book bans."
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced it will no longer investigate school book removals, effectively ending its involvement in the nationwide debate over so-called "book bans."
Fight to ban school zone speed cameras begins in Georgia House
A state lawmaker just declared war on school zone speed cameras, and he says he has quite the army to back him up.
A state lawmaker just declared war on school zone speed cameras, and he says he has quite the army to back him up.
Georgia House Speaker introduces sweeping school safety reforms after mass shooting
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns has introduced a comprehensive school safety plan to the legislature, aiming to prevent tragedies like the mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County last fall.
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns has introduced a comprehensive school safety plan to the legislature, aiming to prevent tragedies like the mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County last fall.
Georgia Tech tops list of best colleges in Georgia, Emory and UGA follow
Choosing the right college is one of the most important decisions a student can make, impacting not just their education, but their future career and personal growth.
Choosing the right college is one of the most important decisions a student can make, impacting not just their education, but their future career and personal growth.
Gwinnett County Schools superintendent fired by board of education
The Gwinnett County Board of Education has voted to cut short the contract of Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts, ending his tenure as leader of Georgia’s largest school district.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education has voted to cut short the contract of Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts, ending his tenure as leader of Georgia’s largest school district.
Nation’s Report Card reveals reading scores continue to decline: ‘A heartbreaking reality’
In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.
In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.
Carrollton City Schools launches new safety app for emergencies
Carrollton City Schools is implementing LifeSpot, a mobile safety app, to enhance emergency response and communication during critical situations.
Carrollton City Schools is implementing LifeSpot, a mobile safety app, to enhance emergency response and communication during critical situations.
Georgia Congressman faces backlash over comments about school lunch programs
U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) is under fire for remarks he made regarding government assistance programs, specifically free school lunches, during an interview with CNN on Tuesday.
U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) is under fire for remarks he made regarding government assistance programs, specifically free school lunches, during an interview with CNN on Tuesday.
Georgia elementary school tests out technology-free days
Officials at the Georgia school say students loved the activities the teachers planned during no-tech days so much, that they've been incorporating some of the lessons into the classroom regularly.
Officials at the Georgia school say students loved the activities the teachers planned during no-tech days so much, that they've been incorporating some of the lessons into the classroom regularly.
Trump signs executive order aiming to cut federal funding for ‘woke’ schools
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for schools that promote what he calls "radical, anti-American ideologies."
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for schools that promote what he calls "radical, anti-American ideologies."
All-gender bathroom at Denver high school under federal investigation
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a high school in Denver after the school district reportedly allowed an all-gender restroom in the school.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a high school in Denver after the school district reportedly allowed an all-gender restroom in the school.
Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
Is FAFSA paused? What we know about federal loan freeze
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
Fort Worth ISD substitute teacher urges ICE to remove students from high school
Fort Worth ISD is looking into a teacher's social media post urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to go to North Side High School to remove students believed to be in the U.S. illegally.
Fort Worth ISD is looking into a teacher's social media post urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to go to North Side High School to remove students believed to be in the U.S. illegally.
Gwinnett County student named 1 of top teen scientists in the world
Gwinnett County high school senior Chloe Au has been named one of the top teenage scientists in the world.
Gwinnett County high school senior Chloe Au has been named one of the top teenage scientists in the world.
Fulton County School Board votes 4-3 to move forward on Spalding Drive Elementary closure
Spalding Drive Elementary School in Sandy Springs is one of two Fulton County Elementary Schools facing possible closure.
Spalding Drive Elementary School in Sandy Springs is one of two Fulton County Elementary Schools facing possible closure.
Lindley Middle School shooting: Student dies after shooting self on campus, police say
Lindley Middle School was placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after a student shot herself on campus, authorities said.
Lindley Middle School was placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after a student shot herself on campus, authorities said.
Cobb County Schools removes 2 additional books over sexual content concerns
Cobb County Schools Superintendent Chris Ragsdale has announced the removal of two additional books from the district's school libraries.
Cobb County Schools Superintendent Chris Ragsdale has announced the removal of two additional books from the district's school libraries.
Lindley Middle School shooting: Urgent calls for enhanced safety, mental health measures
Students, parents and staff at Lindley Middle School are still shaken by a tragic situation at their school on Wednesday.
Students, parents and staff at Lindley Middle School are still shaken by a tragic situation at their school on Wednesday.