THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
GA students beat national SAT average for 7th…
ATLANTA - For the seventh year in a row, Georgia public-school students outperformed their counterparts in the nation’s public schools on the SAT. Release: School- and district-level scores: Click here for school-level and here for district-level scores. Notes on state-…
State School Superintendent calls for enhancements in school…
ATLANTA - State School Superintendent Richard Woods calls for school safety enhancements in the wake of the Apalachee tragedy. Release: “As we reflect on the tragedy at Apalachee High School, it is crucial that we…
GaDOE announces free, reduced-price meals for eligible students
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Education announces the free and reduced-price meals policy for children of low income. Release: The Georgia Department of Education announces its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children unable…
Georgia students’ Milestones scores continue to increase
ATLANTA - The GaDOE announces that Georgia students continue to improve on the 2023-24 Georgia Milestones assessment. Release: Georgia students showed continued improvement on the 2023-24 Georgia Milestones assessments – scores increased or held steady…
Why Georgia Works Alignment Grant to help school…
ATLANTA - The Why Georgia Works Alignment Grants will help school districts align with CTAE programs to promote the states workforce needs. Release: The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and Georgia Department of Economic Development…
Georgia teachers honored for Teacher Appreciation Month
ATLANTA - Superintendent Woods releases a letter honoring Georgia teachers for Teacher Appreciation Month. Release: In Georgia, the month of May is recognized as Teacher Appreciation Month in honor of the world-class educators serving students in our…
GA Superintendent releases statement on new Title IX…
ATLANTA - The GA Department of Education's Superintendent says the recent Title IX policy change is a federal government overreach. Release: Georgia protects, and will continue to protect, all students from all forms of harassment…
GA BOE to hold public hearing for Valdosta,…
VALDOSTA - The State Board of Education member will hold a public hearing for Valdosta and other citizens in the 8th District. Release: State Board of Education member Jason Downey will hold a public hearing…