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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

Valdosta High School's leadership is changing hands. Dr. Alex Alvarez, currently the Director of K-12 Science, STEM, Gifted, and AVID at Valdosta City Schools, will serve as the interim principal of the high school. Alvarez, who boasts more than 17 years of service with the district and almost 22 years in the field of education, steps into the role with ample experience under his belt.

Meet the interim principal for Valdosta High School

by Thom ChandlerJuly 29, 2023July 29, 2023

Taking a Test

Are Georgia students recovering from pandemic learning loss?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 28, 2023July 28, 2023

With the new school year kicking off on Tuesday, August 1, the Paulding County Sheriff's Office is calling on drivers to exercise caution in school zones and near school buses to ensure the safety of young students.

The Paulding County Sheriff’s office wants to remind you that school buses will hit the road next week

by Thom ChandlerJuly 26, 2023July 26, 2023

haircut, barber, hairstyle

Clarke County Sheriff John Q. Williams Hosts 3rd Annual Back to School Haircuts Event

by Thom ChandlerJuly 26, 2023September 24, 2023

In 2021, when Dade County Schools Superintendent Josh Ingle was in his first year on the job, his facilities manager came to him with an idea that seemed like a no-brainer: a program that would use federal funds to test his schools’ water fixtures for lead.

Is Your Child’s School Testing for Lead in the Water?

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJuly 25, 2023October 10, 2023

Parents anticipate extracurricular activities, books and new gadgets such to make up the bulk of their spending.
The post Average parent will pay this much on school supplies this year appeared first on Talker.

Here’s how much the average parent will pay for school supplies this year

by Talker ResearchJuly 24, 2023July 24, 2023

The Gist: An innovative program is set to make breakfast and lunch at schools free for all students in the Evans County Charter School System, eliminating the need for meal applications and reducing administrative costs.

Evans County students will get free breakfast and lunch

by Thom ChandlerJuly 21, 2023July 21, 2023

ATLANTA – The state Board of Education voted Wednesday to let local school systems reduce the weight of the Georgia Milestones End-of-Course tests from 20% of a student’s final grade to 10%. The Georgia Milestones tests assess whether students are meeting state standards in four core subject areas: English/language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Georgia Milestones tests may count less from now on. Here’s why

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 19, 2023July 19, 2023

schoolchildren teaching in school

It’s time to register for school in Richmond County

by Thom ChandlerJuly 17, 2023July 17, 2023

The sixth annual Back to School Community Block Party is coming to Valdosta on Saturday, August 5. The event will take place at Drexel Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to the entire community free of charge.

Valdosta gets ready for Back to School block party

by Thom ChandlerJuly 7, 2023July 7, 2023

The Gist: University of West Georgia and Georgia Highlands College have joined forces to establish a partnership that will create a seamless pathway for nursing students between the two institutions. This collaboration aims to enhance educational opportunities and provide a streamlined transition for students pursuing nursing careers.

University of West Georgia and Georgia Highlands College join forces for nursing students

by Thom ChandlerJuly 6, 2023July 6, 2023

Marietta City Schools is teaming up with Marietta Arts Council and the City of Marietta to launch "Art in our Parks," a city-wide art installation that will celebrate student artwork in neighborhood parks.

Marietta parks will showcase student artwork in July

by Thom ChandlerJune 22, 2023June 22, 2023

ATLANTA – The Georgia Professional Standards Commission voted unanimously Thursday to delete “woke” words including “equity” and “inclusion” from the state’s teacher preparation rules. Along with “diversity,” a word the commission voted last month to delete from the preparation standards, the changes were requested by the University System of Georgia to clarify expectations for incoming

Georgia expels ‘woke’ words from school

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 9, 2023June 9, 2023