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The city of Atlanta police shortage The city of Atlanta is about 200 police officers short.  Atlanta police chief Erika Shields says the #1 reason cops are leaving Atlanta is pay.  Chief Erika Shields is developing a 4 year plan to present to all of the upcoming mayoral candidates.   Operation fix failing schools Last […]

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In the face of a $480 million budget gap, an estimated 200 Chicago Public Schools employees are expected to receive pink slips in the latest round of belt-tightening at the nation's fourth largest school district.

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Michigan's water crisis in Flint has also opened up concern for the state's school issues in Detroit, U.S. Uncut reports.

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Investigators are still trying to find when the threat was made and who's behind it.

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The FLOTUS penned a passionate op-ed for the Atlantic about her education initiative with President Barack Obama.

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This week is Teacher Appreciation Week!  Let’s recognize the educators that have made a difference in the lives of our children.  It takes great patience and skill to educate children who have different personalities and that come from various backgrounds.  Teachers are truly SPECIAL and a gift from God.  Show the teacher in your life […]

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A group of teachers, principals, and administrators from Atlanta were found guilty this week of taking part in one of the nation’s biggest cheating scandals…

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Author Kwame Alexander knows the importance of reading comprehension, but he also knows how important it is to relate to children. Alexander founded Book in a…

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Bullies are more common in schools than expected. Whether your child is being bullied or bullying, parents should deal with the problem immediately.  How parents handle these types of situations can have a huge impact on future situations and set the stage on what behavior is appropriate for students. If you suspect bullying, get involved, […]

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From ABC11.com: RALEIGH (WTVD) — The North Carolina NAACP said Tuesday it plans a “Mass Meeting” on Tuesday May 17 at 7 p.m. at the Martin Street Baptist Church. State NAACP President Rev. Dr. William J. Barber said he will present research on the Wake County School Board’s proposal for community based schools. Monday is […]