13-year-old Fort Worth girl becomes youngest Black person ever to be accepted to medical school
Alena Analeigh McQuarter also made history by becoming the youngest person to ever intern with NASA.
Alena Analeigh McQuarter also made history by becoming the youngest person to ever intern with NASA.
Taylor Swift course to be offered at University of Texas
The UT brand-new course for Fall 2022, “Literary Contests and Contexts — The Taylor Swift Songbook,” will be taught by Dr. Elizabeth Scala.
The UT brand-new course for Fall 2022, “Literary Contests and Contexts — The Taylor Swift Songbook,” will be taught by Dr. Elizabeth Scala.
Poll: Students who listen to music while studying get higher grades
New research not only shows music can help students study more effectively but that it also depends on which type of music.
New research not only shows music can help students study more effectively but that it also depends on which type of music.
Atlanta man's goal of supporting elementary school math teachers gets $10,000 boost
Comcast's Rise Program awarded $10,000 to Greg Coleman's business Mr. Elementary Math. Coleman's Instagram has thousands of followers that come to him for advice and tools to teach math concepts to elementary school students.
Comcast's Rise Program awarded $10,000 to Greg Coleman's business Mr. Elementary Math. Coleman's Instagram has thousands of followers that come to him for advice and tools to teach math concepts to elementary school students.
Metro Atlanta school systems set to spend millions on safety upgrades
To help give Atlanta Public Schools parents peace of mind, the system is set to spend about $2.6 million on security upgrades.
To help give Atlanta Public Schools parents peace of mind, the system is set to spend about $2.6 million on security upgrades.
Back-to-school supply deals: A list of sales in 4 big-ticket categories
Here are 12 back-to-school sales on backpacks, laptops, software and tablets.
Here are 12 back-to-school sales on backpacks, laptops, software and tablets.
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.