Big boost in pay for Cobb County school bus drivers
A big bump in pay for some local school drivers. The Cobb County School district voted tonight to raise the hourly pay by $5.25 an hour. Starting pay is now $25 an hour.
A big bump in pay for some local school drivers. The Cobb County School district voted tonight to raise the hourly pay by $5.25 an hour. Starting pay is now $25 an hour.
Keller ISD to remove controversial books, including the Bible, from library shelves for review
The district says that campus staff and librarians must review the books that were challenged last year to determine if they meet requirements under new district policy.
The district says that campus staff and librarians must review the books that were challenged last year to determine if they meet requirements under new district policy.
Will the student loan payment pause be extended? CEOs say it’s likely.
Payments for federally backed student loans have been suspended since the pandemic began in March 2020 — they’re set to resume Sept. 1 unless the Biden administration steps in.
Payments for federally backed student loans have been suspended since the pandemic began in March 2020 — they’re set to resume Sept. 1 unless the Biden administration steps in.
Clayton County football games rescheduled, citing 'safety'
Clayton County Public Schools rescheduled two football games for greater "support" from police and school staff.
Clayton County Public Schools rescheduled two football games for greater "support" from police and school staff.
Morehouse College grad named youngest principal with Atlanta Public Schools
Dr. Dominique Merriweather initially wanted to be a corporate attorney but changed his mind after he began reading and mentoring to inner city students a few years ago.
Dr. Dominique Merriweather initially wanted to be a corporate attorney but changed his mind after he began reading and mentoring to inner city students a few years ago.
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.
Weapon confiscated from student at Creekside High School, principal says
A disturbing trend continues with yet another school weapon scare, this time at Creekside High School in Fulton County.
A disturbing trend continues with yet another school weapon scare, this time at Creekside High School in Fulton County.
Berkmar High School placed on lockdown after weapon reported on campus, officials say
Officials with the Gwinnett County Public Schools say Berkmar High School was under a hard lockdown most of the afternoon.
Officials with the Gwinnett County Public Schools say Berkmar High School was under a hard lockdown most of the afternoon.
No more pandemic-era free lunches at most US schools this year
The pandemic-era meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — are ending. Here’s what you need to know heading into the school year.
The pandemic-era meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — are ending. Here’s what you need to know heading into the school year.
Therapist discusses helping children face fears over new school year
A therapist breaks down ways to talk with children about possible fears returning to school amid safety concerns.
A therapist breaks down ways to talk with children about possible fears returning to school amid safety concerns.
Student brought 2 guns to McDonough school, 1 accidentally discharges, officials say
Henry County Schools officials said Wednesday a student is facing disciplinary actions and possible criminal charges after bringing two loaded guns to school on Wednesday. Police said one of those guns accidentally went off.
Henry County Schools officials said Wednesday a student is facing disciplinary actions and possible criminal charges after bringing two loaded guns to school on Wednesday. Police said one of those guns accidentally went off.
Cobb County mom says 5-year-old son was left on school bus for hours
She said she’s frustrated she wasn’t immediately notified by school officials and feels her son Tradon’s safety wasn't taken seriously.
She said she’s frustrated she wasn’t immediately notified by school officials and feels her son Tradon’s safety wasn't taken seriously.
Rappers Lil Baby, 21 Savage to host back to school events
Two Grammy-winning rappers who call Atlanta home are providing school supplies and snacks to students Sunday. Rapper Lil Baby is teaming up with Goodr for his annual Back to School Fest in Atlanta. Artist 21 Savage's "Issa Back 2 School Drive" is in Decatur.
Two Grammy-winning rappers who call Atlanta home are providing school supplies and snacks to students Sunday. Rapper Lil Baby is teaming up with Goodr for his annual Back to School Fest in Atlanta. Artist 21 Savage's "Issa Back 2 School Drive" is in Decatur.
Rome City Schools institutes more safety measures after two firearm discoveries in first week of classes
Rome High School students will be required to remove jackets, hoodies and backpacks for searches. The district is bringing additional police to the school, including K-9 officers. It plans to implement weapon detection systesm.
Rome High School students will be required to remove jackets, hoodies and backpacks for searches. The district is bringing additional police to the school, including K-9 officers. It plans to implement weapon detection systesm.
Ahead of school year, judges OK rollout of Tennessee voucher program
Tennessee will be able to implement a contentious school voucher program while opponents continue challenging the initiative, a three-judge panel decided just days before the new school year begins.
Tennessee will be able to implement a contentious school voucher program while opponents continue challenging the initiative, a three-judge panel decided just days before the new school year begins.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
Metro Atlanta college students facing housing shortage as classes set to begin
Atlanta's hot housing market and high enrollment rates at Georgia State and Georgia Tech have thousands of college students scrambling to find a place to live before school starts.
Atlanta's hot housing market and high enrollment rates at Georgia State and Georgia Tech have thousands of college students scrambling to find a place to live before school starts.
Many parents are stressed about back-to-school expenses; how to talk to your kids about it
Polls show Americans are increasing anxious about inflation. For many parents, back-to-school costs are rising, and so is their stress level. A Decatur, Georgia, counselor share some tips on how to talk to kids about finances.
Polls show Americans are increasing anxious about inflation. For many parents, back-to-school costs are rising, and so is their stress level. A Decatur, Georgia, counselor share some tips on how to talk to kids about finances.
University of North Georgia’s president to retire in 2023
University of North Georgia President Bonita Jacobs, the school’s first woman to hold the position, said she plans to retire in June.
University of North Georgia President Bonita Jacobs, the school’s first woman to hold the position, said she plans to retire in June.