Georgia Education
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Criminal Justice
Georgia Preparatory Academy: The Unsung Heroes in Education
Transitioning into middle and high school is hard: new teachers, difficult classes, and tough social settings. But these difficulties are no match in comparison to the transition from juvenile detention back into the school system. The Georgia Preparatory Academy strives to aid this transition by creating a learning environment that prepares…
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Education
What is the Metric for Failing Schools in Georgia?
Since Georgia voters struck down Amendment 1 in November, there have been questions about what to do next about Georgia’s failing schools— but first, we need to understand how the state determines a failing school. In Georgia, a school is deemed “failing” if it scores a 60 or below on…
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Education
New HOPE Scholarship Qualifications Tougher on High School Students
ATHENS, GA- New HOPE requirements mean a more rigorous schedule for high school students. Learn more about how these new standards will affect your child in coming years.
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Education
Georgia Wins Early Childhood Education Grant
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zoc0M4UnHI&feature=youtu.be ATHENS, GA – Georgia elementary schools will see changes to their early education programs starting this year. Georgia is a winner of a nationwide education grant to help develop early childhood education across the state. Georgia is one of six states to be awarded the Race to the Top…