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GSU estimates impact at $719 million
Georgia Southern University had an economic impact of more than $719 million on the region during the recently completed fiscal year.
Vision checks important for children
Back to school rituals and getting children prepared for the school year provides a good time for the Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health to remind parents that children's eyes need to be examined regularly.
So that everyone behaves in school
What is EBIS? Students at Bryan County Middle School will answer this question stating that EBIS stands for Everyone Behaves In School. EBIS actually stands for Effective Behavioral and Instructional Support. EBIS is a school-wide researched based disciplinary approach used to promote desired behaviors through positive reinforcement. During the summer of 2005, BCMS sent a ten-member team to be trained on EBIS. This team became the EBIS Committee for ...
More on AYP; BCHS doesn't have to offer school choice
Seven of the nine Bryan County Schools achieved Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for the 2007-2008 school year. AYP is based on student performance on the CRCT and student attendance for grades 1-8 schools and the high school graduation tests in English/language arts and mathematics and graduation rates for 9-12 schools.
GEMA urges you to think safety
More than 1.7 million children are heading back to public and private schools across the state this month, and safety will be high in the agenda.
Georgia Southern experiences record enrollment
Georgia Southern University will enter its second century of service with what is expected to be the largest enrollment in the history of the institution. President Bruce Grube made the announcement during his ninth annual State of the University Address, which was part of the Fall Convocation Ceremony held on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 8, in the Performing Arts Center.
Bryan County Schools open for new year
BCHS Principal Harold Roach said the first day of the new school year went off without a hitch, other than the intercom system being down. "If that's the worst thing, then we're fine," he said. In place of an intercom, Roach walked the halls with a bullhorn, much to the delight of the students, he said.
Morris V.P. takes lead in 'A Day for Southern'
Statesboro native Joe McGlamery believes in Statesboro and its people. He recognizes the difference Georgia Southern University has made for his community, so this year he will serve as the 34th chairman of "A Day For Southern."
Make this school year the best ever
The first day of school truly beacons each of us to a new beginning. Students, parents, and teachers alike often experience that flutter of apprehension that accompanies a brand new school year.
Back to School Information
New students New students registering with the Bryan County School System are urged to register as soon as possible. Registration has ended for Lanier Primary, Bryan County Middle and Bryan County High. Remaining registration dates and times are listed below. Parents are required to have listed paperwork when registering. - Richmond Hill Primary (grades K-1) registration runs through Aug. 9. Time: 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Richmond Hill Elementary (grades 2-3) ...
Community education is for adults too
Throughout the school year, the Community Education Office provides many opportunities for children to participate in one or more after-school or evening extracurricular classes.
Education notes
Williams graduates Danielle Love Williams, the 2003 Bryan County High School Homecoming Queen has received her bachelor of arts degree from Valdosta State University. She was a criminal justice major and will be pursuing a career in governmental security services. Danielle is the daughter of David and Deloris Williams of Pembroke. GSU scholarships Georgia Southern University recently awarded local students scholarships. Following is ...
Education notes: Two earn scholarships
GSU scholarships Georgia Southern University recently awarded local students scholarships. Following is a list of area recipients: - Katherine Cunningham, of Richmond Hill, $2,000 President's Scholarship and membership in the COBA Corporate Leadership Council. - Brittni Johnson, of Richmond Hill, $4,000 President's Scholarship. The President's Scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen, transfer and international students who have a minimum SAT of 1200 and minimum grade point average ...
Education matters: Catching kids up
During the 2006-2007 school year, Bryan County Middle School implemented Acceleration Classes in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Acceleration teachers preview up-coming concepts and/or skills and provide a foundation or scaffold for new learning. Students are enrolled in these classes based on academic needs as demonstrated from their Georgia Criterion Referenced Competency Test (CRCT) scores as well as teacher recommendations. Acceleration is a Learning Focused Schools instructional model ...
BCMS students play market to win
Students at Bryan County Middle School were winners of the spring Stock Market Game competition for Bryan County Schools.
Articles by Section - Education
Post schools to lose five days to furloughs
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 22, 2013 - Students, teachers and parents of the Defense Department's schools can be confident that despite the department's upcoming civilian furloughs, the school year will start on time, the Department of Defense Education Activity's director said today.
Carver chorus students perform
G.W. Carver Elementary School students perform recently during a recital at the school. The chorus performed for fourth- and fifth-graders and sang pieces from "The Star-Spangled Banner," "Green Eggs and Ham" and "Dynamite."
Lanier students tour raptor center
The first-graders at Lanier Primary School took a field trip recently to the Raptor Center at Georgia Southern University.
Deadline looms for Rotary scholarship
The Rotary Club of Richmond Hill reminds local high school students of its May 24 deadline for applications for two college scholarships worth a total of $3,000.
BoE posts surveys on future schools
Two new schools are on the way in Bryan County, and the Board of Education is seeking public input in deciding what will best suit the county's needs.
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