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While most kids can swipe before they can write, seven Richmond County elementary school students just proved the ancient art of cursive penmanship isn't completely obsolete. The Georgia Department of Education has recognized these schools in its inaugural John Hancock Award program, celebrating excellence in teaching students to write in something other than emoji.

7 Richmond Schools Prove Cursive Isn’t Dead After All

by B.T. ClarkJuly 18, 2025July 18, 2025

Georgia schools will soon get some relief as the Trump administration agreed to release part of the $7 billion in federal education funds it had been holding back. This comes after strong pressure from Georgia’s Rep. Lucy McBath and other lawmakers.

Trump Administration Releases Some Education Funds After Pressure From Georgia Leaders

by B.T. ClarkJuly 18, 2025July 18, 2025

A man with a cowboy hat is sitting in a grass field, vaping on a clear day.

Is Big Tobacco Using Vapes to Hook Teens?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJuly 18, 2025July 18, 2025

The familiar rhythm of a Gwinnett County school morning — the shuffle of backpacks, the buzz of teenage chatter, the scent of cafeteria breakfast — is about to gain a new, silent partner.

Here’s How Gwinnett County Schools Will Keep Students Safe This Year

by B.T. ClarkJuly 16, 2025July 16, 2025

A group that represents teachers and school staff across Georgia is asking Gov. Brian Kemp to call a special session to address federal cuts to education funding.

Will Brian Kemp Call A Special Session of The Legislature to Address Federal Education Funding Freeze?

by Sarah Kallis | GPBJuly 15, 2025July 15, 2025

Georgia’s top elected education official will face a third challenger in next year’s Republican primary election when he seeks a fourth term.

Bubba Longgrear is Running for Georgia Education Chief

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJuly 15, 2025July 15, 2025

Tanger Outlets Commerce will host a free Back-to-School Bash featuring activities for children and families on Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tanger Outlets in Commerce Hosts Free Back-to-School Celebration on July 26

by School ReportsJuly 14, 2025July 14, 2025

🚨 Why It Matters: The recall affects 850,000 stainless steel bottles that many families rely on daily, with injuries already reported from lids that can explosively eject when opened after storing certain beverages.

Walmart Recalls Popular Water Bottles After Lid Pops Off And Leaves 2 People Blind

by B.T. ClarkJuly 10, 2025July 10, 2025

Brown wooden flooring hallway

Georgia Schools Caught in $7 Billion Funding Freeze as Classes Approach

by B.T. ClarkJuly 10, 2025July 10, 2025

Georgia families face the highest fetal death rate in America, with numbers nearly six times the national average according to new research.

Pro-Life?: Georgia Has The Highest Fetal Death Rate in The United States

by B.T. ClarkJuly 10, 2025July 10, 2025

About 66,000 Georgians will get cancer this year, and 19,000 of them will die.

What Will Georgia Lawmakers Do to Curb Cancer Rates in Georgia?

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatJuly 9, 2025

A new learning facility at Dunwoody Nature Center will help hundreds more families access outdoor education programs each year.

Dunwoody Nature Center Will Get a New Learning Lab: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJuly 9, 2025July 9, 2025

Gov. Brian Kemp named Dr. Dean Burke Monday commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Health.

Meet Georgia’s New Chief of Community Health

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 7, 2025July 7, 2025

The U.S. Department of Education has frozen billions of dollars in school grants, impacting school districts and after-school programs in Georgia.

Federal Funding Freeze: What It Means for Georgia Students

by Sarah Kallis | GPBJuly 6, 2025July 6, 2025

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