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Parents, we’ve made it through May. We’ve earned a victory lap.
Summer break is right around the corner and we’ll all get a change of pace that might not be any easier, but will be at least different than the end of school year busyness.
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Bright spots in Georgia schools show what is possible
In Georgia, schools in high-poverty communities are disrupting trends and achieving noteworthy student outcomes. Their success provides a blueprint for other schools.
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Fulton County Schools making poor decisions in face of financial challenges
FCS plans to dip into reserves this year and tighten their belt for the long haul. But look more closely: The district’s biggest decisions don’t match its financial rhetoric.
Decision to close 2 Fulton elementary schools was tough but necessary
Fulton County Schools made the tough decision in February to close Spalding Drive Elementary School in Sandy Springs and Parklane Elementary in East Point
Gender dysphoria discussion exacerbates indignities on LGBTQ youth
The gender identity battle waged by politicians increases the risk of suicide, self-harm and social withdrawal for students.
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Trump’s case for mental health grant cuts is false logic and hurts students
The Trump administration's cuts for school mental health services denies the problem, ignores the consequences and exacerbates the situation, writes Beth Collums.
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Will DEI’s demise defer our dreams?
We scroll through social media and find that the programs built to lift students like us are quietly being dismantled, writes Morehouse student.
Metal detectors won’t fix a leaking roof in our schools
We need earlier intervention, stronger behavioral health systems and stronger gun laws, says retired juvenile court Judge Steven Teske.
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UNG showed poor leadership in its response to student arrest on campus
A man with a gun was arrested on the campus in Dahlonega last month, according to police and the university.
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The new gay liberation movement: Fighting queer erasure in Southern education
LGBTQ+ inclusive content has been lagging in health and historical discussions within public schools across the United States.