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WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Cobb schools offer out-of-district enrollment as student numbers decline

Families across Georgia can apply to send their children to select Cobb County schools through a new tuition-based enrollment program.

Cobb County, GA · 3d

Marietta Daily Journal

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Cobb school board turns to out-of-county students to avoid closures

MARIETTA — Under threat of school closures, the Cobb Board of Education gave the greenlight to out-of-district admissions Thursday. The board approved the policy in a vote of 4-2-1, with Democrats Becky Sayler and Tre Hutchins voting no and Nichelle Davis abstaining. District staff first announced the “Choose Cobb” program Nov. 4. Under the program, Georgia families living outside Cobb County can send their children to participating county schools for a $600 tuition fee per student each semester. District leaders have said the program was created to boost declining school enrollment numbers in Cobb that reflect a larger phenomenon both statewide and nationally. John Floresta, the district’s chief strategy & accountability officer, said Fulton County and Atlanta have recently made plans to close some of their public schools, and Cobb must take appropriate measures to avoid a similar situation. “If we do not do something about the current state of enrollment, the only other choice will be to close schools,” Floresta said. “I don’t know how else to say that bluntly. That is just a fact of where we are.” The board changed its school admissions policy, which previously only allowed out-of-district enrollment in its virtual school program. Superintendent Chris

Cobb County, GA · 1d

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The Bruce Street School History From An Alum

Allene Harper, an alum from the historic Bruce Street School in Lithonia, recently wrote this history of the stone schoolhouse, which was DeKalb’s first public school for Black students. During the 1800s, approximately 15 years after slavery was abolished, the first school for Blacks was located mainly in two...

Lithonia, GA · 3d
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South Atlanta students embrace title of "Baddest Band in the Land"

As a member of South Atlanta High School's first graduating class, Jamont Lane had dreams of being a band director. Now he's back at his alma mater leading the "Baddest Band in the Land."

Atlanta, GA · 3d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Superintendent leaving Decatur schools with more than $400K in remaining salary

City Schools of Decatur Superintendent Gyimah Whitaker announced Tuesday that she is stepping down, leaving parents surprised and raising questions about a separation agreement that will pay her more than $400,000 in future salary.

Decatur, GA · 2d

Courthouse News Service

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Emory University defends firing professor over Charlie Kirk comments

ATLANTA (CN) — Emory University has asked a judge to throw out a lawsuit from a professor who was fired over a Facebook post about the assassination of controversial right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk. Anna Kenney, an associate professor of pediatrics at the school from 2013 until her firing last...

Atlanta, GA · 1d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Superintendent says Gwinnett’s $2,000 bonus decision came before she arrived

Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella wrote to teachers Thursday that she understands why they are frustrated to learn in November that a second $2,000 bonus is not coming.

Gwinnett County, GA · 2d

Marietta Daily Journal

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Cobb school board approves three-year contracts for principals, superintendent’s cabinet

MARIETTA — On Thursday, the Cobb County Board of Education voted 4-3 to approve three-year contract extensions for Superintendent Chris Ragsdale’s executive cabinet and all of the district’s school principals. The board voted along party lines, with the four Republicans in favor and the three Democrats opposed. Democratic board member Tre Hutchins moved to amend the motion and remove the contracts, but it failed. Cobb Board of Education Chairman Randy Scamihorn said there could be no discussion of the contract extensions because they were personnel matters. The vote took place at the first board meeting since Democrat Micheal Gaza defeated Republican board Vice Chairman David Chastain in the November election, which flips the board from Republican to Democratic control in January. Jeff Hubbard, president of the Cobb County Association of Educators, said the contract extensions appear to be a “golden parachute” to financially protect Ragsdale’s cabinet members once Garza is sworn into the school board. “This just smacks of protecting people as we have a new change on the board,” Hubbard said. “Basically, if I were a taxpayer in Cobb, I would be mad as (h ---).” Hubbard said administrative staff in Cobb, including executive cabinet members and principals, traditionally

Cobb County, GA · 1d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Student brings weapon to metro Atlanta high school, principal says

A weapon was detected at a metro Atlanta high school on Friday morning after a student brought it onto campus, according to the school’s principal.

Chamblee, GA · 1d

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Conyers hosts undefeated Heritage playoff clash

New Manchester High School travels to Conyers to face an undefeated Heritage High School football team in the first round of the playoffs as the visitors seek their first Round of 16 berth since 2020.

Conyers, GA · 1d

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Dr. Kevin James Thanks Anonymous Donor for $700,000 Gift to Morris Brown College

Morris Brown College just got a major boost, and its president couldn’t hide his excitement. Dr. Kevin James took to LinkedIn this week to share that an anonymous donor had given $700,000 to the historic Atlanta HBCU. “We needed this good news!” James wrote. “To the anonymous person who...

Atlanta, GA · 2d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Two Gwinnett school board members speak out on retention bonuses

Two Gwinnett County school board members are, in their individual capacities, addressing teachers concerns on the retention bonuses that educators found out they would not receive this week. Board Chairwoman Tarece Johnson-Morgan and Board member Rachel Stone reiterated Gwinnett County Public Schools’ stance that the bonuses were always contingent on whether the district received funding from the state to pay the teachers. They were quick to point out they were not speaking on behalf of the entire board, however. “Right now, social media is full of anger, rumors, and half-truths,” Johnson-Morgan said. “Some of it comes from real pain. Some of it is meant to divide us: teachers against leaders, and neighbors against public schools.” GCPS officials told teachers on Monday that they would not receive retention bonuses this year because there was no funding to pay for it. The announcement quickly took off on social media after district officials accidentally sent it to parents as well as educators. District officials told the Daily Post that the message, which was signed by Chief Financial Officer Masana Mailliard and Interim Chief Human Resources J.W. Mozley, stands as the district’s official statement on the retention bonus issue. “The supplement was contingent on

Gwinnett County, GA · 1d

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Rockdale Schools Eye Closing 5 Campuses as Enrollment Drops by 2,000 Kids

Five Rockdale County elementary and middle schools could be closed or merged under a sweeping consolidation plan that Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Johnson says is needed to address what she calls a sharp and persistent decline in school-aged children living within district boundaries. Barksdale Elementary, Hightower Trail Elementary, Shoal Creek Elementary, Sims Elementary, and Memorial Middle School have all been named as schools proposed for consolidation or closure.

Rockdale County, GA · 2d

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Life University’s Lights of Life shines into 37th season with more than 1 million lights

Life University distributed the following press release about its annual holiday lights display:. Drive-through display lights up Marietta Nov. 26 through Dec. 31, with $15 per vehicle admission. Life University will flip the switch on more than 1 million twinkling lights Thanksgiving night, Nov. 26, launching the 37th annual Lights...

Marietta, GA · 2d

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Plan would close Mimosa Elementary, merge middle schools

ROSWELL, Ga. — Officials from Fulton County Schools have proposed closing Mimosa Elementary School and consolidating students attending Haynes Bridge and Holcomb Bridge middle schools. The changes are part of a redistricting plan proposed for Geographic Region C — schools north of the Chattahoochee River — to address school...

Fulton County, GA · 1d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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8 GCPS students honored as REACH scholars

Eight Gwinnett County Public Schools students have been selected as 2026-27 Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen (REACH) Scholars. REACH is a Georgia Student Finance Commission program that provides mentorship and academic support to eighth-grade students. After completing the program, scholars can receive up to $10,000 in scholarship funds to use toward a postsecondary education at a HOPE-eligible Georgia institution. “The recognition of GCPS students as REACH Scholars reflects the extraordinary potential that exists in every one of our schools,” said GCPS Office of Counseling, College & Career Services Director Durrant Williams. “These students have demonstrated resilience, determination, and a commitment to their future goals. "Through the collective efforts of families, educators, counselors, and community partners, they are gaining access to opportunities that can transform their lives. Programs like REACH help ensure that barriers do not define a student's future, but rather that their talents, aspirations, and hard work open the door to college, career, and lifelong success.” The following students were recognized at the district’s REACH Scholarship Signing Day: • Tedjeana Lafalaise, Murphy Middle School • Jocelyn Metz, McConnell Middle School • Aiden Silva, Crews Middle School • Madison Wyre, Five Forks Middle School • Ione Ruffin, Pinckneyville Middle School

Gwinnett County, GA · 1d

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High 5 Sports 2026 -- Week 11 Full Show

Catch all the action with High 5 Sports, Georgia's premier destination for high school sports coverage, featuring unrivaled Friday night football highlights, in-depth analysis, and top athlete showcases. From game-winning plays to the passion in the stands, see why High 5 Sports has been the trusted home for local prep athletics for more than two decades—stream full coverage anytime at high5sports.com or on the FOX Local app.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Experts wonder how federal tax credit scholarships will impact Georgia schools

Metro Atlanta school systems are still figuring out what role the new federal program could play in their budgets.

Georgia · 1d

Gwinnett Daily Post

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Collins Hill fights into playoffs for Round 1 meeting with unbeaten Newton

After an 0-4 start in non-region play, Collins Hill couldn’t afford any missteps over its final six football games if it wanted to crack the top 32 in the Georgia High School Association’s PSR Power Rankings and earn a state playoff spot. The Eagles needed to keep winning and did just that, going 5-1 down the stretch (the lone loss was to 10-0, defending state champion Buford). They beat Region 8-AAAAAAA’s lower tier teams and topped the two teams also in the postseason discussion — 52-40 over Dacula and 42-34 over Mill Creek. Game 10 wasn’t as much of a test for Collins Hill, which rolled to a 56-6 win over Discovery last week. Jamel Tuff caught four passes — three for touchdowns — for 103 yards, and Kevin Hughes had four catches for 67 yards and two TDs. Johnny Paulk provided a spark with two punt returns for 69 yards. Solomon Thomas (11 tackles, two for losses, three QB hurries, sack, interception) and Christian Fleming (four tackles, one for loss, forced fumble, fumble recovery) were among the defensive standouts last week. Those region wins were good enough to get Class AAAAAAA’s No. 31 seed out of 32 for Friday’s

Suwanee, GA · 3d

Rome News-Tribune

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Darlington outlasts Mt. Bethel in first-round playoff game

MARIETTA — In the grand scheme of the season, very few would have expected Mt. Bethel Christian to be in a position to host a state playoff game in 2026. But despite a 6-4 season in their first year of region play, the 16th-seeded Eagles were unable to defend home turf, falling 42-38 to No. 17 Darlington and its option-heavy offense Friday in the first round of the Class AA-AAAA Private state tournament at Arrow Field. “It’s almost impossible to prepare for a triple-option in a week, but we did the best we could, and I think our guys went all-out,” Mt. Bethel coach Damon Dawson said. “We were neck and neck as far as our (playoff) ratings, and that’s what the score reflects. In the end, there were some plays that went their way, some fourth downs we didn’t stop, and here we are.” Mt. Bethel (6-5) had no answer defensively for Darlington (6-5) as the Tigers averaged 8.9 yards per carry on 46 attempts. But in the end, one could point to Darlington’s special teams blocking an Mt. Bethel extra point and breaking up a pair of 2-point conversions as the difference-maker. “It’s playoff football in Georgia, so

Rome, GA · 1d