Public meetings being held about future of Druid Hills High School

The DeKalb County School District is holding a series of public meetings to discuss the future of Druid Hills High School, its oldest facility.

DeKalb County recess debate: BOE to hear update on Monday

The DeKalb County Board of Education will hear an update Monday on recess time for elementary school students, according to its agenda.

Atlanta Public Schools sees spike with 2025 graduation rate

Atlanta Public Schools’ 2025 graduation rate hit 90.48%, surpassing Georgia’s 87.2% for the third straight year.

Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands

Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.

Student loan payments are the highest in these states in 2025, data shows

Ongoing research shows that having a college degree leads to higher earnings over your lifetime and is still worth the investment to ensure a life of financial stability and well-being. But for many students, earning a degree also means incurring student loan debt.

Emory students host ‘Lights of Hope’ cancer remembrance event

Emory University students held a “Lights of Hope Night of Remembrance and Advocacy" on campus last night to honor those impacted by cancer.

Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91

Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.

Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans

An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states. 

Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments

The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed. 

Three Georgia students named U.S. Presidential Scholars

Three Georgia high school students have been named to the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, one of the nation’s highest honors for graduating seniors.

North Georgia's high school graduation rates reach record highs

North Georgia’s high school graduation rate has reached a record high for the fourth consecutive year, topping 90% in several districts.

Fort Valley State suspends band over hazing claims

Fort Valley State University has suspended its Blue Marching Band over hazing allegations just days before homecoming week.

Georgia’s first Special Education PTSA recruiting members

A new statewide parent–teacher group has formed in Georgia with a mission to give families and educators of students with disabilities a stronger voice.

Des Moines schools superintendent detained by ICE

Des Moines Public Schools superintendent has been detained by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know

Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.

Gwinnett schools launches superintendent search, online survey open

Gwinnett County Public Schools, the largest school district in Georgia, has officially begun its search for a new superintendent.

2026 college rankings: Where do the top schools stand?

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings, evaluating nearly 1,700 institutions nationwide across 17 measures of academic quality.

Newest U.S. News college rankings released, how did Georgia schools do?

Critics question the ranking system’s methodology, but U.S. News says the lists serve as a tool for families comparing schools.