Michael Bloomberg giving $175M gift to Morehouse School of Medicine's endowment
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg's organization's $175 million gift to Atlanta's Morehouse School of Medicine is part of an over-half-billion gift to multiple historical Black medical schools.
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg's organization's $175 million gift to Atlanta's Morehouse School of Medicine is part of an over-half-billion gift to multiple historical Black medical schools.
Georgia Aquarium CEO passes away; ‘limited operations’ as staff mourns loss
The Georgia Aquarium is mourning the loss of its president and CEO, Dr. Brian Davis.
The Georgia Aquarium is mourning the loss of its president and CEO, Dr. Brian Davis.
Henry County school board unanimously confirms new superintendent, Dr. John Pace III
Dr. John Pace III was unanimously approved by the Henry County Board of Education as the county’s new school superintendent on Tuesday.
Dr. John Pace III was unanimously approved by the Henry County Board of Education as the county’s new school superintendent on Tuesday.
Henry County parents blame bus schedule issues for students missing class
Some parents in Henry County say the new school year is off to a bumpy start with significant bus delays that have caused their children to miss class.
Some parents in Henry County say the new school year is off to a bumpy start with significant bus delays that have caused their children to miss class.
Fulton County, Fulton County DA provide supplies to needy students
Fulton County hosted two back-to-school giveaway events Saturday, organized by the Fulton County District Attorney's Office, in South Fulton and Sandy Springs.
Fulton County hosted two back-to-school giveaway events Saturday, organized by the Fulton County District Attorney's Office, in South Fulton and Sandy Springs.
Fulton County students excited over unique shop class
At Milton High School in Fulton County, students have the chance to take part in a unique class that is the only one of its kind on the East Coast.
At Milton High School in Fulton County, students have the chance to take part in a unique class that is the only one of its kind on the East Coast.
Google rolls out School time for parents
As the new school year approaches, Google has launched "School time," a feature aimed at helping parents manage their children's device usage during school hours.
As the new school year approaches, Google has launched "School time," a feature aimed at helping parents manage their children's device usage during school hours.
1 in 3 parents say they can't afford back-to-school shopping this year, survey says
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
A new survey reveals that parents are bracing for the financial impact of back-to-school shopping.
Free back-to-school health screenings at Walmart on Saturday. Here's what to know
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Families can get a free screening at a Walmart location in their area, and here's how it works.
Douglas County welcomes new educators this new school year
On its first day of school, Douglas County Schools welcomed 284 new teachers to its system. Recruiting and retaining teachers is a key issue for districts across the state and nation.
On its first day of school, Douglas County Schools welcomed 284 new teachers to its system. Recruiting and retaining teachers is a key issue for districts across the state and nation.
Back to school: Georgia school buses gear up for new year
Students across Georgia are heading back to school over the next few weeks, which means school buses will once again be hitting the roadways in metro Atlanta.
Students across Georgia are heading back to school over the next few weeks, which means school buses will once again be hitting the roadways in metro Atlanta.
Can you get dorm insurance for college students?
Yes, dorm insurance can be an option but it will all depend on what your insurance provider offers and if your student’s circumstances warrant the investment.
Yes, dorm insurance can be an option but it will all depend on what your insurance provider offers and if your student’s circumstances warrant the investment.
New FAFSA issue could delay financial aid for college students this fall
Some college students may not be able to pay for tuition, books and other bills when classes start in a few weeks due to the latest hiccup in submitting federal financial aid forms.
Some college students may not be able to pay for tuition, books and other bills when classes start in a few weeks due to the latest hiccup in submitting federal financial aid forms.
Back to School 2024: Metro Atlanta students ready for 1st day of classes
Students across metro Atlanta are heading for the school bus stop for their first day of classes.
Students across metro Atlanta are heading for the school bus stop for their first day of classes.
Georgia superintendent labels AP African American Studies course 'illegal'
Georgia Superintendent of Schools Richard Woods has declared that the Advanced Placement African American Studies course he rejected for state funding is illegal.
Georgia Superintendent of Schools Richard Woods has declared that the Advanced Placement African American Studies course he rejected for state funding is illegal.
Here's how much teachers spend out of their own pockets for their classroom
With a new school year starting soon, teachers like parents are spending more on school supplies ensuring students have what they need in the classroom.
With a new school year starting soon, teachers like parents are spending more on school supplies ensuring students have what they need in the classroom.
Ford Elementary School welcoming Cobb County students back with special video
As metro Atlanta districts gear up for a significant "back-to-school" day on Thursday, Ford Elementary School in Acworth is adding a unique touch to the occasion.
As metro Atlanta districts gear up for a significant "back-to-school" day on Thursday, Ford Elementary School in Acworth is adding a unique touch to the occasion.
Here's how much parents spend on average for back-to-school supplies
A recent survey of American parents found how much parents spend on average for back-to-school supplies per child, per year. It also found the highest-spending and lowest-spending states.
A recent survey of American parents found how much parents spend on average for back-to-school supplies per child, per year. It also found the highest-spending and lowest-spending states.
Gwinnett County Schools cut AP African American Studies after state superintendent defunds course
AP African American Studies will not be offered at Gwinnett County Public Schools, according to Superintendent Calvin J. Watts who called the state superintendent's decision to pull state funding for it a "message that the contributions and experiences of African Americans are not worthy of academic study."
AP African American Studies will not be offered at Gwinnett County Public Schools, according to Superintendent Calvin J. Watts who called the state superintendent's decision to pull state funding for it a "message that the contributions and experiences of African Americans are not worthy of academic study."
Atlanta Board of Education announces proposed property tax increases
The Atlanta Board of Education has announced its intention to increase property taxes for 2024 by 4.22% over the rollback millage rate.
The Atlanta Board of Education has announced its intention to increase property taxes for 2024 by 4.22% over the rollback millage rate.