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A local teen's extraordinary academic achievement has placed him at the pinnacle of Gwinnett County's scholastic excellence.

Gwinnett Math Whiz Named County’s Top Academic Star

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 18, 2025

The Georgia Department of Education kicked off a new teacher recruitment campaign Tuesday to address a teacher shortage.

How Will Georgia Address its Teacher Shortage?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatFebruary 18, 2025

The state House of Representatives passed legislation last year offering tax credits to Georgians who buy safe firearm storage devices such as trigger locks and gun safes, but the bill died in the state Senate.

How Far Should Georgia Go to Protect Children at School?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025

Cobb County schools are adding a new layer of security with highly trained Vapor Wake detection dogs. These dogs can sniff out explosives and firearms in motion, making campuses safer for students and staff.

Cobb Schools Add Firearm Sniffing Dogs to School Safety Arsenal

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 13, 2025February 13, 2025

Savannah State University has appointed Jermaine Whirl as its next president, effective April 1, 2025. Whirl, currently president of Augusta Technical College, was selected after a six-month national search.

Meet The New President of Savannah State University

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 11, 2025February 11, 2025

Richmond County School officials say all students can keep learning, no matter their immigration status, even after new federal rules on immigration.

How Are Richmond County Schools Handling Federal Immigration Orders?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 4, 2025February 4, 2025

A student-led walkout at Apalachee High School set the tone Tuesday morning as students and alumni took their fight for stricter gun storage laws to the Georgia State Capitol. Their message was clear: Georgia lawmakers need to pass the Pediatric Health Safe Storage Act to prevent another school shooting.

Apalachee Students Walked Out Today Demanding Stricter Gun Safety Laws

by School ReportsFebruary 4, 2025

Gwinnett County Schools Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts is out. The school board voted 3-2 on Friday to end his contract early.

Gwinnett School Superintendent Fired: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 31, 2025January 31, 2025

Katie Lessard, a fourth-grade teacher at Puckett’s Mill Elementary School, has been named the Gwinnett County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The district recognized Lessard during an awards ceremony on January 30 at the Gas South Convention Center, where 141 local school Teachers of the Year, 25 semifinalists, and six finalists were honored.

Meet Gwinnett County’s Teacher of The Year

by School ReportsJanuary 31, 2025January 31, 2025

A tip about possible drug activity at North Forsyth High School led deputies to discover a loaded handgun and alcohol in a student’s car Friday morning. The arrest of the 16-year-old has left parents and staff shaken.

Teen Arrested After Loaded Gun and Alcohol Found in Car at North Forsyth High School

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 2025

Fulton County school officials are weighing a recommendation to close two elementary schools due to declining enrollment and rising costs.

Fulton County School Officials Formally Recommend Closing 2 Schools

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 2025

Gov. Brian Kemp said Monday he will ask the General Assembly to provide an additional $50 million in state grants to improve security in Georgia schools.

Here’s What Brian Kemp Wants to Do to Make Schools Safer

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 13, 2025

The Barrow County Sheriff's Office arrested a 14-year-old student at Apalachee High School Wednesday afternoon after finding him in possession of a firearm on school grounds.

14-Year-Old Student Arrested After Bringing Gun to Apalachee High School

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 2025

Malinda Cobb

Meet Dr. Malinda Cobb, The Interim Superintendent of Richmond County Schools

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 1, 2025January 1, 2025

The principal of Cross Creek High School in Augusta is facing DUI charges after being arrested early Sunday morning. Dr. LaQuanda Carpenter was taken into custody at approximately 1 a.m. in North Augusta, raising concerns among parents and school administrators.

Georgia High School Principal Charged With DUI Over Christmas Break

by B.T. ClarkDecember 26, 2024December 29, 2024

Serious Teenagers on Smartphones

Should Marietta High School Ban Cellphones?

by B.T. ClarkDecember 11, 2024December 11, 2024

Students at Lockheed Elementary now have new tools to help manage their emotions and refocus during the school day, thanks to a collaborative effort led by the Kiwanis Club of Marietta. The organization, in partnership with First Horizon Bank and Piedmont Church, provided 48 beanbag chairs and sensory bottles to enhance the school’s existing Comfort Corners.

Lockheed Elementary Boosts Student Well-Being with New Comfort Corners

by School ReportsDecember 5, 2024December 5, 2024