Education

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Atlanta students aren’t just learning about climate change. We’re fixing it.

DeKalb parents find holes in school closure proposals

DeKalb is bracing for school closures. These parents say it’s the wrong move.

“The Hate U Give” is frequently on banned book lists by some schools, yet it sparks lively classroom discussions. (Courtesy of HarperCollins)

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If teachers aren’t passionate about their subjects, how can students be?

Morris Brown reaccredited after review

First day of school standalone photo assignment

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How Decatur students are helping to lead us in the AI era

Erroll Davis, former university system chancellor and APS superintendent, dies at 81

Oprah surprises Morehouse students with weekend visit

Georgia’s pre-K program among the best in the U.S., report says

For Georgia pre-K, 3-year-olds could be the next frontier

State and national experts recommend expanding Georgia's universal pre-K program to include 3-year-olds.

Emory University Protesters and Encampment

Emory sued by professors arrested in 2024 protest

Three Emory University professors arrested during a 2024 on-campus protest filed a lawsuit against the university on Thursday, claiming it violated their rights.

Georgia Election - Schools Superintendent

8 candidates vie to be Georgia’s next schools superintendent

5 Republicans and 3 Democrats will try to earn their party’s nomination to be the state’s top educator.

Emory University bans law student after threatening messages

Emory University says a student is barred from campus after a series of disturbing social media posts. Some student groups say the university was slow to act in the case.

Georgia’s pre-K program among the strongest in the U.S., report says

About half of Georgia's 4-year-olds attend a state-funded pre-K program.

Decatur High School investigates swastika drawn on campus

Students at Decatur High were making chalk art as an assignment, and someone drew a swastika.

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It’s time for schools to have ‘the talk’ with students about police stops

Driver’s education at Georgia high schools should be required to have a course on how to interact with law enforcement.

Sonny Perdue’s final exam: Overhauling USG funding formula before he retires

Perdue signaled where he might focus his attention in coming months: the formula used to calculate how much annual state funding the University System of Georgia receives.

Fox Theatre program opens doors for careers in performing arts

The Fox Gives All-Access Pass program helps high school students find the right fit for their performing arts passion when they don't want to be in the limelight.

How Georgia schools are adapting to AI in the classroom

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Critical thinking must also be a part of AI literacy

Adults using the newest AI tool can help them work faster and more efficiently, but what happens when people no longer learn how to be critical thinkers?

Inauguration held for university system chancellor Sonny Perdue

Sonny Perdue announces retirement as head of University System of Georgia

Much of Perdue’s tenure has focused on affordability, graduating students and using state universities as a tool to power Georgia’s economy.

Georgia opts into summer meals program after sitting out for 2 years

Georgia will join the federal SUN Bucks program in 2027, providing $120 in summer grocery benefits per eligible child and unlocking $143 million in federal funds.

Students walk through campus at Georgia State University in downtown Atlanta. In-state tuition will increase by 1% while out-of-state and international students will pay a 3% increase. (Miguel Martinez/AJC 2025)

Regents raise tuition for all public Georgia colleges

Tuition will increase next year at all of Georgia's public colleges after a vote by the university system's Board of Regents.