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He’s 7 and now pope of his Georgia Catholic school
‘It’s hard being a pope,’ the second grader says after being selected by classmates in mock conclave.
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If your kid hits teacher, you may go to jail under teachers union proposal
The Georgia Federation of Teachers is also proposing mandatory mental health screenings for students in sixth through ninth grade and de-escalataion training for staff.
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APS settles claim Black students at elementary school were grouped by race
Atlanta Public Schools paid $500,000 to settle a claim that students were categorized into "Black classes."
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How educators can help students ethically use AI to hone their writing
Over-reliance on artificial intelligence can result in students not pushing their intellectual capacity.
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More Georgia families are choosing to homeschool
There's been a 45% increase in the number of Georgia students participating in homeschooling over the past decade.
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Georgia judge sides with international students in blow to White House
It’s the biggest victory yet for internationals fighting back against President Trump’s administration after it canceled the legal status of thousands of foreign students.
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Georgia faculty ask universities to stand up to White House on policy changes
Professors at Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State and Emory want their schools to hold firm against any efforts to curtail institutional autonomy.
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‘Low-performing’ Black studies program discontinued at Kennesaw State
The Georgia NAACP said the possible deactivation “raises urgent concerns about the institution’s commitment to equity, academic integrity, and inclusive education.”
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A music icon, a screen queen and a CEO headline Georgia graduation events
Speakers lined up for Georgia commencements include Usher, Bishop T.D. Jakes, Taraji P. Henson, UPS CEO Carol Tomé, Cornel West, and State Rep. Beth Camp.
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Trump policies could spark protest at Georgia college commencements
Colleges and universities are navigating an uncertain federal landscape, and tensions could play out with protests during this year's commencements.