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The Gist: Superintendent Chris Ragsdale addressed rumors and provided clarification about several recent controversies in the Cobb County School District, including the Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl, book fairs, and the presence of explicit material in school libraries.

Cobb Education Chief Defends Removing Books

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 15, 2023October 10, 2023

The Arch on the campus of the University of Georgia in Athens ATLANTA – Georgia has landed two of its universities among the ranks of the top-10 public universities in the nation. Georgia Tech is third in rankings platform Niche’s rankings of the 10 best public universities, while the University of Georgia placed ninth on

Georgia Tech, UGA Make List of Top-10 Public Universities in the Country

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 11, 2023October 10, 2023

About 45,000 Georgia students participated in dual enrollment last year, taking college-level classes for both college and high school credit.

Georgia may shrink dual enrollment options for high school students

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderSeptember 10, 2023September 24, 2023

The Gist: A typical school day took a sharp turn for the worse when two parents assaulted a bus driver on bus route 1926 at Chapel Hill Elementary School in DeKalb County. The incident occurred in front of students who were on their way home.

Two DeKalb County parents boarded a school bus and assaulted the driver. What we know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2023August 30, 2023

Your drive near local schools might now include a camera flash if you're going too fast. Five new speed enforcement cameras are online, a move to slow down speedsters near schools and make routes safer for kids.

Gwinnett gets more school zone cameras. Here’s where they are

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2023

The Cobb County School District rejected the advice of a disciplinary tribunal Thursday night and terminated Katie Rinderle, the elementary school teacher who came under fire from some parents after reading a picture book touching on topics of gender fluidity.

Cobb School Board votes to fire teacher who read book about gender identity despite tribunal’s recommendation

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 18, 2023August 18, 2023

AUGUSTA -- A student was shot at TW Josey High School on Wednesday, intensifying fears and concerns about the surge in youth violence plaguing Richmond County.

Student injured in school shooting at Georgia high school

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2023August 16, 2023

Over two decades ago, an unexpected encounter on a Disney World bus led Dr. Elizabeth Goff to a fulfilling career in Cobb County's schools. Today, after touching countless lives and earning the admiration of both peers and students, Dr. Goff has been honored as the 2023 Cobb County School District Teacher of the Year.

Meet Cobb County’s 2023 teacher of the year

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2023

A panel of former educators sided with Katie Rinderle, the Cobb County teacher accused of violating state laws on parental rights and controversial topics, rejecting a decision to fire her Monday.

Tribunal says Cobb County teacher who was fired under Georgia’s divisive concepts law should keep her job

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 15, 2023August 15, 2023

The case is believed to be the first time a Georgia teacher is facing job loss under Georgia’s 2022 divisive concepts and parental rights laws, and the hearing saw both sides accuse the other of playing politics.

Cobb teacher grilled over book on gender roles in test of Georgia’s ‘divisive concepts’ law

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 11, 2023August 11, 2023

The Gist: Fulton County Schools has opted into the Community Eligibility Provision, a federal program designed to streamline the process of providing free school meals. This change eliminates meal applications, leading to reduced administrative and printing costs and less paperwork for families.

Some Fulton County schools will provide free breakfast and lunch for all students

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023

Noah Popp, a junior at Sequoyah High School in Cherokee County, has garnered the $5,000 Student Scoreboard Scholarship from Formetco Sports. Popp's innovative use of the company's video LED scoreboard technology at football games and other events has not only bagged him the financial boost, but also a consultancy role with the firm.

Sequoyah High School Junior Nets Impressive Scholarship for Innovative Scoreboard Skills

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023August 4, 2023

In a bid to boost film, media, and computing education in Georgia, the University of West Georgia and Great Point Studios are putting pen to paper on a groundbreaking partnership. The deal promises to not only enrich academic programs but also catalyze local economic growth.

University of West Georgia and Great Point Studios Collaborate to Shape the Future of Film and Media

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

PlayHop, a children's learning platform hosted on YouTube, has announced a new addition to its educational repertoire -- a fun and informative bus safety video.

Georgia mom launches bus safety video to help students head back to school

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

Thanks to a joint venture, local faith leaders and the DeKalb County Government are gearing up to hand out 5,000 book bags chock-full of school supplies and 5,000 boxes packed with fresh produce, chicken, and lunch box goodies.

8 DeKalb County churches will partner with the county to provide 5,000 book bags to students

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2023

kids raising hands in class

The ‘Early Birds’ of the South: Why Does School Start So Early in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2023July 31, 2023

But amid the hustle of back-to-school prep, the Canton Police Department has some reminders for us all – primarily about school bus safety.

A Handy Back-to-School Bus Safety Refresher

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2023July 31, 2023

The Gist: Parents of Cobb County students, mark your calendars. An early dismissal is scheduled for April 8 as part of the recently announced school calendar. This isn't just any other day; it's the date of a partial solar eclipse and the school district is taking no chances when it comes to student safety.

Citing safety concerns, Cobb County announces early release day on date of solar eclipse

by Thom ChandlerJuly 29, 2023July 29, 2023

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