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Education
Jackson County’s Answer To Growth? More Schools, Fast
Jackson County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States. This rapid influx of people has created a large demand and simultaneous struggle for supplies to keep up. The demand is consistently rising for quality education. The county is working to meet this demand by constructing three new…
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Jackson County
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Tackles School Zone Speeding
Speeding in school zones is an increasing problem in Jackson County, but the Jackson County Sheriff’s office is hoping to make a change. Flashing blue police lights can be seen in most Jackson County school zones before and after school hours, and the sheriff’s office wants people to know that…
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Education
Jackson County School System Adapts to Growing Student Populations
Due to significant population and economic growth, the Jackson County School System is looking at plans to expand and build new schools to alleviate overcrowding. At a called meeting on Sept. 16, the Jackson County Board of Education unanimously approved the general budget and millage rate for the current fiscal…
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Education
Jackson County School System Rezoning Assignments Announced
JEFFERSON, Ga.— The Jackson County Board of Education sent letters to parents of students in the school system on Monday, Feb. 6, confirming attendance zones for the 2017-2018 school year. The confirmation letters are the culmination of a months-long process by the school board to approve the rezoning and determining…
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Education
Jackson County Schools Host Final Night to Voice Concerns
Tonight is the last chance for parents and students in Jackson County to voice their suggestions or concerns before rezoning for the upcoming 2017-2018 school year is finalized. The meeting will be held at Gum Springs Elementary in Jefferson, GA at 6:30 PM. With the expected closing of Benton Elementary…