Education

Robert A. Mason, who opened HBCU doors for thousands, dies at 66

DeKalb is restarting the school closure process. Here’s how to give input.

HBCUs have a gender gap problem. Where are the Black men going?

Farmworker families plan Capitol visit amid Georgia immigration crackdown

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Will talent meet opportunity in Georgia?

HBCUs need a financial lifeline. Help is stalled in Congress.

How decades of underfunding has shaped life at HBCUs

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A major money issue: Nearly $11 billion of Georgia student loans in default

Beachgoers on Myrtle Beach in Myrtle Beach, S.C. on March 10, 2025. (Travis Dove/The New York Times)

DeKalb teacher dies after rescuing girl from current at Myrtle Beach

Derrick 'Coach' Moore, who was named Teacher of the Year at Jolly Elementary School in 2024, died a hero, his family says.

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Making the case for traffic experts during Atlanta road jams

As artificial intelligence expands and broadcasters cut budgets, Atlanta traffic provides constant reminders of why human experts matter.

‘On the rise’: Metro Atlanta schools celebrate gains on state math exams

Atlanta Public Schools' students' improvement on the math, social studies and science exams this year outpaced the state’s improvement rate.

‘On the rise’: Metro Atlanta schools celebrate gains on state math exams

Atlanta Public Schools' students' improvement on the math, social studies and science exams this year outpaced the state’s improvement rate.

Apalachee High School shooter’s father seeks new trial in his novel case

Colin Gray, father of the Apalachee High School shooter, is seeking a new trial after being found guilty of second-degree murder and sentenced to 15 years in prison.

How Georgia schools are adapting to AI in the classroom

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AI will shape our children’s world. We can help shape how they meet it.

AI will change how children learn, communicate, solve problems and eventually work. There are some lessons AI cannot teach. Parents must be those teachers.

8th graders’ math scores dip on Georgia test. See your school’s score.

Many Georgia students are not reaching proficiency in math and social studies on state-administered test results.

Former Parkview high track coach arrested, accused of theft

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Former Parkview coach charged with stealing $65K from booster club, police say

Former track coach Matthew Henson took the money between January 2018 and December 2025, officials said.

A Fulton County Superior Court judge granted county officials' request for a temporary property tax collection order. A high number of land packages and slow technology led to a delay in certifying the tax digest, according to the tax commissioner's office. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

Judge OKs Fulton County’s request to collect taxes on temporary basis

A Fulton County judge has approved a temporary order to collect property taxes, which school and government officials say they needed to pay bills and employee salaries.

Berry College alumni petition after historical buildings razed

Two of Berry College's oldest buildings were demolished, triggering backlash from alumni.

Metro Atlanta school systems want to add more pre-K classrooms

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How teachers are navigating the Wild West of AI

Many AI policies in schools are directed at students’ usage, having little instruction on helpful standards and practices for teachers’ use of AI.

Ex-DeKalb superintendent indicted on charges related to family dispute

Devon Horton faces one felony and two misdemeanor charges after an alleged physical dispute with his wife, according to a grand jury indictment this week.

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Starting a new school year with listening, learning and hope

The new superintendent of Georgia's largest school district vows to listen carefully, learn thoughtfully and lead collaboratively.