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    Education News

    As conservatives target schools, LGBTQ+ kids and students of color feel less safe

    As conservatives target schools, LGBTQ+ kids and students of color feel less safe

    Interview with Dr. Pettit from Augusta University

    Interview with Dr. Pettit from Augusta University

    Dr. Stacie Pettit from Augusta University sits down with Danielle Ledbetter to talk about talk about COVID-19's impact on the education system.

    July 28th, 1:01 PM EDT
    Columbia County School District implements A-B day schedule for 2020-2021 school year

    Columbia County School District implements A-B day schedule for 2020-2021 school year

    The Columbia County School District has announced their plans for the 2020-2021 school year, as the Aug. 3 start date approaches. 

    Richmond County School System holds Spring Career Fair

    Richmond County School System holds Spring Career Fair

    Richmond County School System Spring Career Fair

    UPDATE: Water main break in Grovetown near elementary school

    UPDATE: Water main break in Grovetown near elementary school

    Parents at Cedar Ridge Elementary School are being advised by school principal, LeAnne Gregg of a water main break causing Cedar Ridge Elementary to lose water.

    Richmond County Schools hosting events for Autism Awareness

    Richmond County Schools hosting events for Autism Awareness

    More events will be held throughout the month of April for Autism Awareness

    Weapon found on campus at Thomson - McDuffie Middle School

    Weapon found on campus at Thomson - McDuffie Middle School

    This morning a student at Thomson - McDuffie Middle School was found with a weapon while on campus.

    Medical College of Georgia cancer researchers making breakthroughs in breast cancer

    Medical College of Georgia cancer researchers making breakthroughs in breast cancer

    Over the course of two years, they found a reason why successfully removing a tumor links with less patients seeing the disease spread.

    Paine College cancels classes after student death

    Paine College cancels classes after student death

    The student, who has not been named, was found dead of an apparent suicide in a residence hall around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday evening.

    Hundreds of students, faculty, staff celebrate Martinez Elementary’s STEM certification

    Hundreds of students, faculty, staff celebrate Martinez Elementary’s STEM certification

    The Columbia County School District welcomed State School Superintendent Richard Woods Monday, April 29, to two schools recently recognized for two different achievements.

    SC teachers plan walkout May 1, state superintendent responds

    SC teachers plan walkout May 1, state superintendent responds

    Teachers from all across the Palmetto State are planning a walkout Wednesday, May 1.

    USC Aiken reveals new logo: A new look for a new era

    USC Aiken reveals new logo: A new look for a new era

    This new logo complements USC Aiken’s athletic marketing mark, which will not change at this time.

    Proposed 2019-2020 Richmond County Schools budget features pay increases

    Proposed 2019-2020 Richmond County Schools budget features pay increases

    Along with increases in performing arts funding, the budget recommended a reduction in class sizes and featured a historic pay increase for teachers.

    Three students win Ryan Clark Scholarship and Community Service Award

    Three students win Ryan Clark Scholarship and Community Service Award

    The scholarship fund and award were created after Ryan passed in the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting.

    Education News 

    As conservatives target schools, LGBTQ+ kids and students of color feel less safe
    As conservatives target schools, LGBTQ+ kids and students of color feel less safe
    Student caught giving ear piercings at Richmond County school
    Student caught giving ear piercings at Richmond County school
    UPDATE: Lakeside High students cause lockdown at Westside High
    UPDATE: Lakeside High students cause lockdown at Westside High
    The US has approved $42 billion in loan forgiveness for public service workers.
    The US has approved $42 billion in loan forgiveness for public service workers.

    The U.S. has approved more than $42 billion in federal student loan debt forgiveness for more than 615,000 borrowers in the past 18 months as part of a program aimed at getting more people to work in public service jobs.

    Parent arrested after fight among students at Glenn Hills High School
    Parent arrested after fight among students at Glenn Hills High School

    A man is in custody after allegedly threatening Richmond County Board of Education police officers on the campus of Glenn Hills High School.

    Senate passes bipartisan bill to boost cybersecurity job training at HBCUs
    Senate passes bipartisan bill to boost cybersecurity job training at HBCUs

    On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate passed a bill to boost cybersecurity job training programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

    Interview with Dr. Pettit from Augusta University
    Interview with Dr. Pettit from Augusta University

    Dr. Stacie Pettit from Augusta University sits down with Danielle Ledbetter to talk about talk about COVID-19's impact on the education system.

    July 28th, 1:01 PM EDT
    Columbia County School District implements A-B day schedule for 2020-2021 school year
    Columbia County School District implements A-B day schedule for 2020-2021 school year

    The Columbia County School District has announced their plans for the 2020-2021 school year, as the Aug. 3 start date approaches. 

    Richmond County School System holds Spring Career Fair
    Richmond County School System holds Spring Career Fair

    Richmond County School System Spring Career Fair

    UPDATE: Water main break in Grovetown near elementary school
    UPDATE: Water main break in Grovetown near elementary school

    Parents at Cedar Ridge Elementary School are being advised by school principal, LeAnne Gregg of a water main break causing Cedar Ridge Elementary to lose water.

    Richmond County Schools hosting events for Autism Awareness
    Richmond County Schools hosting events for Autism Awareness

    More events will be held throughout the month of April for Autism Awareness

    Weapon found on campus at Thomson - McDuffie Middle School
    Weapon found on campus at Thomson - McDuffie Middle School

    This morning a student at Thomson - McDuffie Middle School was found with a weapon while on campus.

    Medical College of Georgia cancer researchers making breakthroughs in breast cancer
    Medical College of Georgia cancer researchers making breakthroughs in breast cancer

    Over the course of two years, they found a reason why successfully removing a tumor links with less patients seeing the disease spread.

    Education News

    Hundreds of students, faculty, staff celebrate Martinez Elementary’s STEM certification

    Hundreds of students, faculty, staff celebrate Martinez Elementary’s STEM certification

    SC teachers plan walkout May 1, state superintendent responds

    SC teachers plan walkout May 1, state superintendent responds

    USC Aiken reveals new logo: A new look for a new era

    USC Aiken reveals new logo: A new look for a new era

    Proposed 2019-2020 Richmond County Schools budget features pay increases

    Proposed 2019-2020 Richmond County Schools budget features pay increases

    Three students win Ryan Clark Scholarship and Community Service Award

    Three students win Ryan Clark Scholarship and Community Service Award

    Outrage over Grovetown High student’s controversial yearbook quote

    Outrage over Grovetown High student’s controversial yearbook quote

    Richmond County Pre-K registration in final week

    Richmond County Pre-K registration in final week

    Student hospitalized after fight at Hephzibah High School

    Student hospitalized after fight at Hephzibah High School

    Three Aiken County elementary schools participate in world language program

    Three Aiken County elementary schools participate in world language program

    Accomplished CSRA student athletes sign with colleges

    Accomplished CSRA student athletes sign with colleges

    Water safety tips

    Water safety tips

    Teachers at Millbrook Elementary win social media contest, get a relaxing lunch

    Teachers at Millbrook Elementary win social media contest, get a relaxing lunch

    School bus concerns brought to Richmond County School Board once again

    School bus concerns brought to Richmond County School Board once again

    South Carolina school districts prepare for ‘walk out’

    South Carolina school districts prepare for ‘walk out’

    Richmond County Schools early college program gives students a head start

    Richmond County Schools early college program gives students a head start

    Students kick-off first day of Cyber and Robotics Camp

    Students kick-off first day of Cyber and Robotics Camp

    Columbia County Board of Education tentatively approves new budget

    Columbia County Board of Education tentatively approves new budget

    National Nuclear Security Administration grants $5 million to local colleges

    National Nuclear Security Administration grants $5 million to local colleges

    SRS hosts Regional Healthcare Workforce forum

    SRS hosts Regional Healthcare Workforce forum

    Richmond County BOE holds public hearings on proposed 2019-2020 budget

    Richmond County BOE holds public hearings on proposed 2019-2020 budget

    Paine College cancels classes after student death
    Paine College cancels classes after student death

    The student, who has not been named, was found dead of an apparent suicide in a residence hall around 8:45 p.m. Wednesday evening.

    Hundreds of students, faculty, staff celebrate Martinez Elementary’s STEM certification
    Hundreds of students, faculty, staff celebrate Martinez Elementary’s STEM certification

    The Columbia County School District welcomed State School Superintendent Richard Woods Monday, April 29, to two schools recently recognized for two different achievements.

    SC teachers plan walkout May 1, state superintendent responds
    SC teachers plan walkout May 1, state superintendent responds

    Teachers from all across the Palmetto State are planning a walkout Wednesday, May 1.

    USC Aiken reveals new logo: A new look for a new era
    USC Aiken reveals new logo: A new look for a new era

    This new logo complements USC Aiken’s athletic marketing mark, which will not change at this time.

    Proposed 2019-2020 Richmond County Schools budget features pay increases
    Proposed 2019-2020 Richmond County Schools budget features pay increases

    Along with increases in performing arts funding, the budget recommended a reduction in class sizes and featured a historic pay increase for teachers.

    Three students win Ryan Clark Scholarship and Community Service Award
    Three students win Ryan Clark Scholarship and Community Service Award

    The scholarship fund and award were created after Ryan passed in the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting.

    Outrage over Grovetown High student’s controversial yearbook quote
    Outrage over Grovetown High student’s controversial yearbook quote

    A Grovetown high school senior’s yearbook quote about Jesus sparking outrage with the school’s administration.

    Richmond County Pre-K registration in final week
    Richmond County Pre-K registration in final week

    The last days for Richmond County parents to register their child for Pre-K are Monday, Apr. 1 and Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2019.

    Student hospitalized after fight at Hephzibah High School
    Student hospitalized after fight at Hephzibah High School

    A student was sent to the hospital Monday morning after a fight broke out at Hephzibah High School.

    Three Aiken County elementary schools participate in world language program
    Three Aiken County elementary schools participate in world language program

    Parents with young kids in the Aiken County Public School System have exciting options for their students. Three elementary schools will soon begin world language immersion.

    Accomplished CSRA student athletes sign with colleges
    Accomplished CSRA student athletes sign with colleges

    The transition to college is a huge adjustment for students and their families. FOX 54 is is taking a closer look at 2 students who will have a little extra on their plate this Fall.

    Water safety tips
    Water safety tips

    When you’re enjoying a day by the water, you want to be having fun and relaxing. Preparation all starts at home.

    Teachers at Millbrook Elementary win social media contest, get a relaxing lunch
    Teachers at Millbrook Elementary win social media contest, get a relaxing lunch

    There are many educators who value making a difference in their students’ lives. Aiken County Public School teachers and staff participated in the #Affecttheculture contest during the month of May.

    School bus concerns brought to Richmond County School Board once again
    School bus concerns brought to Richmond County School Board once again

    Bus drivers, parents and the Transport Workers Union spoke on concerns about school buses.

    South Carolina school districts prepare for ‘walk out’
    South Carolina school districts prepare for ‘walk out’

    Wednesday teachers in South Carolina are planning to ‘walk out’ in order to have their voices be heard.

    Richmond County Schools early college program gives students a head start
    Richmond County Schools early college program gives students a head start

    The Early College program offers rigorous instruction and accelerated courses with an opportunity to attend Augusta University while simultaneously earning a high school diploma.

    Students kick-off first day of Cyber and Robotics Camp
    Students kick-off first day of Cyber and Robotics Camp

    A group of selected middle school students started their first day of Cyber and Robotics camp Monday Morning.

    Columbia County Board of Education tentatively approves new budget
    Columbia County Board of Education tentatively approves new budget

    Raises could be on the horizon for Columbia County School District employees.

    National Nuclear Security Administration grants $5 million to local colleges
    National Nuclear Security Administration grants $5 million to local colleges

    The future of STEM careers in the CSRA just got brighter. The National Nuclear Security Administration announced a $5 million grant to 5 local colleges.

    SRS hosts Regional Healthcare Workforce forum
    SRS hosts Regional Healthcare Workforce forum

    A healthcare and workforce forum was held Tuesday at Augusta’s K-R-O-C center.

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