Biden cancels student loan debt for another 74K borrowers

Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.

Spelman College receives largest donation in history, $100M

Spelman College has announced they have received its largest single donation ever -- $100 million -- from businesswoman and philanthropist Ronda Stryker and her husband, William Johnston, chairman of Greenleaf Trust.

Lawmakers want Georgia Lottery to pay for Pre-K

State lawmakers want to use part of a 100-billion-dollar Georgia Lottery surplus to help pay for Pre-K.

Georgia weather closings for Jan. 16, 2024

Once again, school districts in Georgia are having to make the decision whether or not to keep schools open because of severe weather.

Georgia leaders propose $11.3M to improve reading rates

A national report found that only 32% of Georgia's fourth graders were proficient in reading, and officials are trying to spend more to tackle the problem.

Columbia HS band booster club members accused of misappropriating funds

The DeKalb County School District is investigating allegations that members of Columbia High School's band booster club misappropriated funds.

Student loan forgiveness: Some Americans will get loans canceled in February — here's who qualifies

The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.

School closings announced ahead of expected severe weather in Georgia Friday

School districts across metro Atlanta and north Georgia are preparing for a severe weather threat on Friday. Some are opting to close, delay, or move to online learning as a result.

Jackson High School in Butts County evacuated after threat on Thursday morning

Students at Jackson High School in Butts County were evacuated on Thursday morning because of an anonymous threat, according to a letter sent to school families.

Meet Joe Freeman: Atlanta school teacher's heartwarming mentorship

An Atlanta Public Schools teacher, who has been featured on a national talk show, has mentored a Virginia boy for more than a year, proving a positive impact has no bounds.

Marietta City Schools to extend Kemp's retention bonus to all eligible staff

Marietta City Schools announced an extension to Gov. Kemp's retention bonus for educators. It's expected to cost the district hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Claudine Gay to continue as Harvard faculty member, likely to keep $900K salary

Harvard President Claudine Gay will likely earn nearly $900000 a year and will continue on as a faculty member at the prestigious Massachusetts' university.

'Beloved' volleyball coach in Newnan loses battle with cancer

Coach James McCall, who was known as "Jmac" to his players and friends, died on Dec. 24 at Tanner Medical Center in Carrollton after being admitted to the ICU for complications arising from his recent chemotherapy treatments.

FAFSA: What to know about changes to this year's application for student aid

A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis. Here's how it works and some of the key changes.