5 submit new charter applications in Cobb

Cobb County Schools is considering seven charter applications, five from new schools and two from renewing charters -- Imagine International Academy of Mableton and Imagine International Academy of Smyrna. It's an increase in the number of applicants, up from three last year, according to school officials. The school board will discuss the applicants at a June work session and vote on the charters June 23.