Category: Education

The University of Georgia has unveiled its latest freshman admission statistics — and the numbers show a sharp rise in competition for the Class of 2029. A Surge in Applications, A Tighter Acceptance Rate UGA received a staggering 47,860 applications for the Class of 2029, marking a 12% increase from the previous year. Despite this surge, only 15,800 students secured admission — translating to an acceptance rate of just 32.9%.…

Georgia Southern University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics (COSM) has unveiled an innovative program designed to tackle a long-standing challenge: getting more undergraduates involved in research without forcing them to choose between lab time and a paycheck. Breaking Barriers to Research For years, many students eager to dive into research hit a wall — they either didn’t know how to get involved or couldn’t afford unpaid lab work on top…

Eighth-grade students across Douglas County had the chance to explore different career paths and high school opportunities at the 8th Grade Passport to Success event. With just months to go before their high school journey begins, these young learners got a head start in planning their futures. A Look at the 8th Grade Passport to Success Event The Douglas County School System (DCSS) put together this expo to help eighth-graders…

Hall County School District is preparing for a leadership change at Cherokee Bluff Middle School. Leigh Wilson has been selected as the school’s next principal, replacing Robert Wilson, who will be moving to Chicopee Woods Elementary. The recommendation for Wilson’s appointment is set to be made official at the Hall County School Board meeting scheduled for Monday, March 10. A Leadership Transition in South Hall Leigh Wilson is stepping into…

Georgia Southern University is celebrating a significant milestone in academic research, marking new highs in total scholarly output, peer-reviewed publications, and top-tier journal placements. Fresh data from Elsevier’s SciVal for 2024 showcases an upward trajectory for the institution’s research initiatives, reinforcing its growing influence in the academic community. Breaking Records Across Multiple Metrics Numbers don’t lie, and for Georgia Southern, they tell a compelling story. The university’s total scholarly output…

Georgia lawmakers have taken a major step in response to the deadly school shooting at Apalachee High School last September. On Tuesday, the Georgia House overwhelmingly passed a school safety bill in a 159-13 vote, aiming to prevent future tragedies. The legislation has sparked heated debate, particularly over a proposed statewide student database that would track disciplinary, mental health, and law enforcement records. A Push for Safer Schools The bill,…

Former WWE chief Linda McMahon is stepping into a new arena—education policy. The U.S. Senate confirmed McMahon as the education secretary in Donald Trump’s administration, aligning her with his controversial push to dismantle the federal Department of Education. The move underscores Trump’s broader agenda to decentralize education policy and shift control to state governments. A Cabinet Pick With an Unconventional Background McMahon’s confirmation marks a sharp departure from traditional picks…

ALBANY, Ga. – National Reading Month is off to a lively start in Albany as local children’s author Becky Belcher brings her storytelling magic to young students. On March 4, Belcher, who also works for Georgia’s Own Credit Union, will read her book to 100 students across two Albany schools, fostering a love for reading while bringing an extra surprise for the kids. Bringing Stories to Life Dressed as the…

ATLANTA – After months of revisions, Georgia officials have finalized the list of the state’s lowest-performing schools, confirming that more than 400,000 students will be eligible for private school vouchers or home-schooling assistance. The Governor’s Office of Student Achievement released the updated list on Friday, making only minor changes to the previous versions. Few Changes Despite Months of Adjustments Officials had initially released a list in December but retracted it…

A new proposal in the Georgia legislature is taking aim at one of the state’s most pressing educational challenges: the shortage of school psychologists. House Bill 81, sponsored by Rep. Bethany Ballard (R-Warner Robins), is designed to make it easier for out-of-state professionals to work in Georgia schools by joining an interstate compact that simplifies the licensing process. How the Bill Could Help Georgia Schools The demand for school psychologists…