With two children attending schools in Cobb County, Anthony Pierce feels he must double his efforts at home to ensure his kids are informed about the world and differing perspectives as their school district recently banned a 37th book from its library system. “I think through our history we know that it’s better for people […]
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Posted inEducation, K-12
Why Black Students at One Atlanta School Are Excelling in Reading
When Heather Perry asked her third grade class at Warren T. Jackson Elementary last week what they love about her literacy lessons, a sprinkling of hands shot up into the air. One student noted the way Perry uses mnemonic devices like songs, chants, or popular TV characters to aid in conveying and retaining information. Another […]
Posted inEducation, Public Safety
4 Killed in Apalachee Shooting; Local Atlanta School Districts Boost Safety Measures
Local school districts in Atlanta say they are preparing for the days ahead with heightened security after a deadly shooting at a Georgia high school 45 miles outside of Atlanta left four dead and nine injured Tuesday morning. A 14-year-old student has been identified as the shooter at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, according […]
