Seven APS schools get grant for tutoring

Seven Atlanta Public Schools have earned 21st Community Center Learning Centers grants to fund tutoring services for students and families. Each school is eligible to receive up to $350,000 during the 2011-12 year. Each school must use the program to serve a significant percentage of the school population. Grant winners are Woodson, Cook, Dunbar and Dobbs elementary, Burgess Peterson Academy and Bunche and Sylvan middle schools. Information: http://talkupaps.wordpress.com

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