Decatur school wins makeover from Georgia United Credit Union contest
Congratulations are in order for Canby Lane Elementary, because the school has just won first place in the Georgia United Credit Union School Crashers contest.
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The fourth annual program, which offers local schools the opportunity to apply for a makeover, is awarding the Decatur school with multiple facility improvements and new carpet.
“Canby Lane submitted a compelling entry with multiple areas for improvement. With a high homeless population attending, our goal this year will be to improve the overall look and feel of the school to help improve all students’ educational experience and distinguish the learning environment as a safe and happy place for students,” said Shawn Turpin, Senior Vice President of Sales & Service for Georgia United Credit Union.
Canby Lane wasn’t the only recipient. Take a look at the full list below.
- Canby Lane Elementary, 740 students, Decatur, Multiple facility improvements and new carpet
- Eagle Woods Academy, 100 students, Lithonia, Therapeutic Garden
- Shiloh Middle School, 1829 students, Snellville, Courtyard and classroom improvements
- Colbert Elementary, 419 students, Colbert, Facility and playground upgrades
- East Laurens Primary, 580 students, East Dublin, Playground enhancements
- Fairington Elementary, 700 students, Lithonia, Media Center improvements and carpet replacement
- Pleasant Grove Elem, 445 students, Dalton, Technology upgrades and new carpet
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