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Gwinnett Daily Post
GCPS' Álex Borges named UGA Alumni Association’s 2026 Emerging Leader Award recipient
Álex Borges, an Assistant Director of Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Community-Based Mentoring Program, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Emerging Leader Award by the University of Georgia Alumni Association. The honor recognizes alumni who demonstrate exceptional dedication, initiative, and leadership through service to the university and their broader communities. “Being recognized with the 2026 Emerging Leader Award is incredibly meaningful because it reflects something I care deeply about: using my connection to UGA to create opportunities for others,” said Borges. “Whether through mentoring students, supporting future Bulldogs, building community partnerships, or staying actively engaged as an alumnus, I have always tried to make service the foundation of my leadership.” Borges says his personal journey fuels his commitment to expanding access for future generations of students. “As a first-generation college graduate, I know how powerful it can be when someone opens a door, makes a connection, or simply helps you see what is possible,” Borges said. “To be recognized for doing that for others is both humbling and affirming. This award serves as a reminder that leadership is not about a title. It is about showing up, building community, and creating opportunities for others to grow and succeed,” Borges
metroatlantaceo.com
State Superintendent Richard Woods Presents John Hancock Banner to Six APS Elementary Schools
Six Atlanta Public Schools (APS) elementary schools have earned John Hancock banners from Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods in recognition of students’ proficiency in cursive writing during the 2025–2026 school year. Bolton Academy, Drew Charter School, Garden Hills Elementary School, Morningside Elementary School, Peyton Forest Elementary School,...
uatl.com
4 books celebrating HBCU history, culture and the Black college experience
From marching bands and homecoming to famous alumni and the future of Black colleges, these books introduce readers of all ages to HBCU life. The HBCU experience doesn’t begin at freshman orientation nor end at graduation. It lives on in marching bands, homecoming traditions, family stories and the generations of students who carry those experiences into the world.
hypepotamus.com
For Atlanta College Students, Hackathons Still Offer Room To Build
ATLANTA, October 27 (Hypepotamus) — A weekend. A team. An idea that finally gets some undivided attention. For 100 college students who gathered at Georgia Tech in October, that was the appeal of stepping away from their usual academic schedules and into a hackathon. Organized by Women at the...
Marietta Daily Journal
'The Voice of Atlanta' honored on Campbell High history wall
SMYRNA — Campbell High School added another esteemed name to its history wall Thursday afternoon. Students will now see the face of popular radio personality and P.A. announcer Ryan Cameron on the wall as they pass through the halls on their way to class. The history wall, located in one of the school’s main hallways, acts as a sort of wall of fame, outlining the school’s extensive history while highlighting the names and faces of some of the school’s most notable alumni. Nicknamed “The Voice of Atlanta,” Cameron is a two-time Emmy Award-winning radio host, broadcaster and multimedia personality with over 30 years of experience in the Atlanta radio industry. Sports fans may recognize Cameron’s name — as well as his voice — from his work hyping up Atlanta sports crowds as the former P.A. announcer for the Atlanta Hawks and current P.A. announcer for the Atlanta Falcons. His signature line “For threeeeee,” shouted every time a Hawks player sank a three-point shot, became synonymous with the team and went on to appear in the popular NBA 2K video game franchise. His broadcasting work has garnered him much critical acclaim, having been inducted into the Georgia Radio Hall of Fame
Marietta Daily Journal
Walton rolls into state semifinals
LAWRENCEVILLE -- Walton upended Archer on the road 3-1 on Saturday in the quarterfinal of Class AAAAAAA state volleyball playoffs. The Raiders (27-12) advanced to the semifinal where they will face North Forsyth on Wednesday at LakePoint Sports Complex in Cartersville. Their chance to repeat as state champions is still alive. “I think that’s what the goal of every season is, is to make the state championship” Walton coach Ashley Jones said. “So that fact that we’re one step closer is very exciting.” Meanwhile, Archer (30-5) sees its season come to an end, as the champions of Region 4AAAAAAA. “I think we’re getting hot at the right time,” Jones said. “They have really fought for every single point. They’re really working hard in practice and making sure that the focus is there. So, I think we finally found our stride of just making sure we’re focused on one point at a time.” Walton to battle is out, but they pulled off a 27-25, 27-25, 18-25, 25-21 win. Walton took the first two sets by taking early leads and holding off Archer’s attempts at a comeback that went down to the wire, 27-25 each time. The Tigers avoided the shutout by
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FORTÉ and SNA Displays Build TV Broadcast Studio for Atlanta’s Westminster Schools
FORTÉ and SNA Displays partnered to create a flexible learning environment anchored by a state-of-the-art TV broadcast studio at the Westminster Schools in Atlanta, Georgia. As part of a campus-wide master plan focused on collaboration, creativity, and future-ready learning, the private K-12 school opened the Blake Center in January of 2026—a state-of-the-art facility designed to bring together arts, engineering, technology, and digital storytelling under one roof.
atlantanewsfirst.com
Frederick Douglass football player who survived crash, long recovery playing in senior night game
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — For Frederick Douglass High School senior Travis Isaacs, Friday night’s game is about more than football. The Frederick Douglass football team will host Pace Academy on senior night at Lakewood Stadium in southeast Atlanta, with kickoff scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Among the seniors taking the field will be Isaacs, a safety who returned to the sport after surviving a crash that killed both of his brothers and left him in a coma.
capitalbnews.org
Meet the New Miss Spelman College
A political science major with a minor in dance performance and choreography, Jillian Collier is embracing her title with a plan for change. Her experience at the historic women’s HBCU has been defined by a feeling of sisterhood, which she plans to further foster through a new initiative that could spread beyond the gates of Spelman.
Gwinnett Daily Post
Grayson dominates in region win over South Gwinnett
LOGANVILLE — For many football coaches, it’s a luxury to be able to give underclassmen valuable experience at the end of lopsided games. For Grayson head coach Greg Carswell, those second- and third-stringers that enter when the game is already decided are future Division I players. Grayson (5-4, 2-1 Region 4-AAAAAAA) dominated visiting South Gwinnett (5-3, 1-1) in every facet on Friday to earn a 52-0 win, allowing Carswell to deploy reserves that would start on many teams in the state. After starter Deuce Smith threw for two touchdowns and rushed for another two, backup quarterback K.J. Simpson ran in a 10-yard score to stamp a perfect night for the Rams. “That kid’s expected to be the guy next year,” Carswell said of Simpson, a junior. “So him being able to get these reps with us having the schedule we’ve had all year and games going down to the wire into the fourth quarter, we haven’t been able to get him in that much. So when he’s able to get in there and do what we know he can do, it’s a great thing to see.” For the time being, though, Smith is more than capable of being the leader