http://www.examiner.com/atlanta?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools Lastest News and Articles from Examiner.com Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:43:08 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-2626-Atlanta-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Spring-semester-Drama-Club-announcement?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools For my family, Drama Club is an integral part of their homeschool education.  My daughter loves acting and singing and my son loves working on props, lighting,and sound.  You might think of it as play, but for homeschoolers it teaches them... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:34:50 GMT Andrea Hermitt - Atlanta Homeschooling Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2626-Atlanta-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Spring-semester-Drama-Club-announcement?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-29789-Atlanta-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Gwinnett-County-Schools-hears-parents-concerns-about-redistricting-plans?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools Last night at Gwinnett County Schools public redistricting meeting, parents expressed their concerns regarding the redistricting of several elementary and middle schools throughout the county. Six new schools will be opening in the fall of 2010;... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:17:18 GMT Rhonda M. G. Williams - Atlanta Parenting & Education Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-29789-Atlanta-Parenting--Education-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Gwinnett-County-Schools-hears-parents-concerns-about-redistricting-plans?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-25831-Atlanta-Arts-Education-Examiner~y2009m11d18-All-aboard-Affordable-Polar-Express-takes-students-on-field-trip-without-leaving-school?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools With school budgets tightening, pre k through 5th grade students get fewer field trips these days. Yet, students are jumping on The Polar Express, a metro Atlanta program that takes their imagination for a holiday ride thanks to the 1986 Caldecott Medal... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:02:29 GMT Sharna Fulton - Atlanta Arts Education Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-25831-Atlanta-Arts-Education-Examiner~y2009m11d18-All-aboard-Affordable-Polar-Express-takes-students-on-field-trip-without-leaving-school?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-26991-Atlanta-K12-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Alternative-ways-to-educate?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools There are times when a traditional public education does not meet the needs of students. They need something different, an alternative way to stay in school and increase their graduation outcomes. Not only do students need alternative ways to stay in... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:21:59 GMT Soundra Pollocks - Atlanta K-12 Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26991-Atlanta-K12-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Alternative-ways-to-educate?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-21141-Georgia-State-University-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Education-for-working-adults-can-be-easy-how-to-apply-at-GSU?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools In the last few years, the workforce has changed for everyone. Students coming out of college are having a hard time finding work in their preferred fields, they have a degree but not enough experience. Those who have been working for a few years... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:33:18 GMT Shrika Williams - Georgia State University Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-21141-Georgia-State-University-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Education-for-working-adults-can-be-easy-how-to-apply-at-GSU?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-25817-Atlanta-High-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Northview-student-donates-prize-money-to-school?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools   Imagine you are a high school sophomore and you just won a $250 cash prize in a contest. What would you do with the money? Fifteen-year-old Min Lee, who attends Northview High School in Johns Creek, donated his prize money to his school…to... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:27:03 GMT Alison Findlay - Atlanta High Schools Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-25817-Atlanta-High-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Northview-student-donates-prize-money-to-school?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-18090-Atlanta-Educational-Reform-Examiner~y2009m11d3-A-bright-spot-Clayton-County-to-keep-provisional-accreditation?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools Last year, the Clayton County School District became the first school district to lose accreditation in 40 years. One of the main reasons the district lost its accreditation was due to the dysfunctional school board that was in place. Like other districts,... Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:59:12 GMT Monise Seward - Atlanta Educational Reform Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-18090-Atlanta-Educational-Reform-Examiner~y2009m11d3-A-bright-spot-Clayton-County-to-keep-provisional-accreditation?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-26879-Atlanta-Libraries-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Teen-Read-Week-a-great-success?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools According to the American Library Association (ALA), Teen Read Week, which was held October 18-24, has been a huge success! The week is focused on motivating teenagers to build a love for reading. This is an especially desirable endeavor today, with... Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:04:10 GMT Selena Robinson - Atlanta Libraries Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-26879-Atlanta-Libraries-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Teen-Read-Week-a-great-success?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-20033-Atlanta-University-Center-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Multiculturaleducation-A-look-to-the-future-or-a-clutch-on-the-past?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools The United States population demographics are changing at an alarming rate. Biracial marriages, immigration, etc are contributing to the changing demographics of this country. The most recent Census report says that the country’s population has... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:54:02 GMT James Williams - Atlanta University Center Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20033-Atlanta-University-Center-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Multiculturaleducation-A-look-to-the-future-or-a-clutch-on-the-past?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-12777-Atlanta-Educational-Resources-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Museums-offer-free-admission-this-Saturday?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools Museums offer free admission this Saturday. Participating museums and cultural venues around Atlanta celebrate Museum Day, Saturday - September 26, 2009, by throwing open their doors and inviting you and a guest to come in and enjoy their general admission... Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:02:33 GMT Deborah Feanny - Atlanta Educational Resources Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-12777-Atlanta-Educational-Resources-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Museums-offer-free-admission-this-Saturday?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-21169-Atlanta-Education-Improvement-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Atlanta-area-teacher-furloughs-and-education-budget-cuts-How-to-take-action?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools On July 21, 2009, Governor Sunny Purdue announced 3 percent funding cuts for public schools, including those in Atlanta and the surrounding school systems. In a number of school systems this had the immediate effect of requiring teachers and school staff... Fri, 21 Aug 2009 01:19:55 GMT Derek Koehl - Atlanta Education Improvement Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-21169-Atlanta-Education-Improvement-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Atlanta-area-teacher-furloughs-and-education-budget-cuts-How-to-take-action?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-10044-Atlanta-Education-Funding-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Education-News-in-America?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools This is the first installment of a series of weekly articles with links to education news, events and updates. Stay engaged! It's your education too!  Comparing SAT & ACT test results in 10 Southern states Will budget shortfalls and revenue... Thu, 20 Aug 2009 22:41:23 GMT Asenith Dixon - Atlanta Education Funding Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10044-Atlanta-Education-Funding-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Education-News-in-America?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-4875-Atlanta-Schooling-Motivation-Examiner~y2009m8d2-The-best-twentyfive-cents--hour-Ill-ever-spend?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools   When school begins again, and we’re thinking about school supplies, new clothes, computers, and the many expenses incurred in our children’s education, let’s be thankful for the least expensive, most valuable investment we will... Mon, 03 Aug 2009 03:26:54 GMT Joe Haulbrook - Atlanta Schooling Motivation Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4875-Atlanta-Schooling-Motivation-Examiner~y2009m8d2-The-best-twentyfive-cents--hour-Ill-ever-spend?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-1225-Atlanta-Education-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Welcome-backtoschool--students-teachers-parents-and-swine-flu?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools A Swine Flu (H1N1) epidemic in our schools?  Possibly!  Since the closing of schools in May, Dr Margaret Chan Director-General of The World Health Organization reported that several summer camps closed or sent campers home due to diagnosis... Sat, 01 Aug 2009 06:20:49 GMT Miche Collins - Atlanta Education Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1225-Atlanta-Education-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Welcome-backtoschool--students-teachers-parents-and-swine-flu?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-15860-Atlanta-Education-Reform-Examiner~y2009m7d21-Three-metro-schools-in-danger-of-losing-funding?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools   Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in... Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:48:10 GMT Abdul Roux - Atlanta Education Reform Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-15860-Atlanta-Education-Reform-Examiner~y2009m7d21-Three-metro-schools-in-danger-of-losing-funding?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-16345-Hall-County-Education-Examiner~y2009m7d21-3-percent-reduction-and-3-day-furlough-for-Georgia-Schools?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools In a conference call with Governor Sonny Perdue Tuesday, Hall County superintendent , Will Schofield, said that he has learned that the state will announce a 3 percent reduction in funding for school systems next year. "For Hall County... Wed, 22 Jul 2009 05:40:11 GMT Robin Parr - Hall County Education Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-16345-Hall-County-Education-Examiner~y2009m7d21-3-percent-reduction-and-3-day-furlough-for-Georgia-Schools?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools http://www.examiner.com/x-2775-Atlanta-Word-Geek-Examiner~y2009m1d29-Quit-saying-that-literally?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools I had let it slide too long. Too many times, I had turned the other cheek to this linguistic slap in the face – figuratively, of course.Over the past few years, I've heard people make some of the most unbelievable and fraudulent claims ever uttered... Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:57:59 GMT Jon Hillard - Atlanta Word Geek Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2775-Atlanta-Word-Geek-Examiner~y2009m1d29-Quit-saying-that-literally?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-Atlanta-Education_and_Schools