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Blackface controversy sadly indicative of the times in which we live
It seems incredible to me that, in 2025, a bunch of young people would believe it was perfectly acceptable to don blackface outfits. But it happened right here in Georgia.
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‘Skills of the future’ key for early education, says Atlanta-based Primrose CEO
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution sat down with Jo Kirchner to discuss her rise to CEO of Primrose Schools and her thoughts on the future of childcare.
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These 10 Georgia colleges made the grade in U.S. News rankings
Emory University (No. 24), Georgia Tech (No. 32) and the University of Georgia (No. 46) all find themselves among the top 100 schools in the country, according to U.S. News.
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5 takeaways from talk with Ga. school superintendent candidate Mesha Mainor
The former state representative, who switched parties to become a Republican in 2023, was a recent guest on the AJC's "Politically Georgia" podcast.
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Gwinnett school leaders seek community input on superintendent search
School board vice chair Tarece Morgan-Johnson is hosting a community engagement meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Meadowcreek High School in Norcross.
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UGA researchers use video games to support STEAM learning, student wellness
UGA researchers are using video games to open new doors for neurodivergent students — boosting their quality of life and sparking interest in STEAM careers.
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Georgia faculty survey fairly captured concerns about academic freedom
Matthew Boedy, an associate professor at the University of North Georgia, responds to criticism of a survey of university professors in the South.
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MacKenzie Scott donates $70 million to support HBCUs
Scott’s latest gift will bring the UNCF closer to meeting its $370 million goal for the endowment fund. Member schools, including in Georgia, will receive $5 million each.
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‘We’re going to wreck,’ student says before Bartow bus driver’s DUI arrest
The Bartow County school bus driver missed stops and almost crashed, prompting 911 calls, according to law enforcement.
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Interactions with children instead of screen time can enhance reading skills
With fourth-grade reading scores at historic lows, here are tips for building your children's reading and comprehension skills early.