cosfobserver, Author at South Fulton Observer

South Fulton: Library Event Lineup for December

1Dec

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Events, Libraries

South Fulton: Library Event Lineup for December

This December, the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System has scheduled a wide range of events at South Fulton libraries for patrons of all ages. Take advantage of tutoring services, art classes, agriculture workshops, yoga, holiday fun and much more. GLADYS S. DENNARD @ SOUTH FULTON LIBRARY 4055 Flat Shoals Road, Union City, GA 30291 404.613.3092 Homework Help for Teens Tuesdays and Thursdays in December from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Child Safety Workshop Saturday, December 1 at 10:30 a.m. Professionals Assisting Youth, Inc. presents a free study skills and safety workshop for youth age 6 to 12. Participants will learn effective study strategies to improve academics. Participants will also learn safety techniques from law enforcement officers and fire personnel. Additional topics will be added...

28Nov

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Schools

Banneker’s SAFE Center Holiday Giveaway Benefits Over 200 Families

Banneker High School’s Student and Family Engagement (SAFE) Center continues to deliver on its promise to support the whole child. Earlier this month, more than 200 families received free meals and clothing at the center’s first-ever Pre-Thanksgiving Giveaway. “The event was a huge success for our school community,” said SAFE Center Director Igola Richardson. “I can’t thank our volunteers and community partners enough. The SAFE Center is removing barriers and changing lives.” During the event, volunteers joined the school community in a beautification project, created hygiene packets and organized the on-campus clothes closet. Organizations that participated included the Atlanta Community Food Bank, United Way of Greater Atlanta and Banneker’s Workforce Development. “The work perfor...

Westlake Students Earn President’s Volunteer Service Awards

19Nov

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Schools

Westlake Students Earn President’s Volunteer Service Awards

Nina Giddens, Julian Woods and Kendall Henry, all Westlake High School students, are recipients of the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Young adults ages 16 to 25 who earn the honor have completed a minimum of 100 hours of community service. The President's Volunteer Service Award is an initiative of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and is administered by Points of Light. Through a shared mission of inspiring more to answer the call to service, the award celebrates the impact all citizens can all make in bettering their communities and the world. Recipients are awarded an official pin, medallion or coin and a congratulatory letter from the President of United States. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the awards program. “I used to think that I could only...

Christmas Ball and Toy Drive Brings Hope to Victims of Violent Crime

19Nov

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Community

Christmas Ball and Toy Drive Brings Hope to Victims of Violent Crime

The holidays can be an especially difficult time for grieving families. This year, to help ease the pain, DreamBIG Angel Network is making Christmas wishes come true for families who have been the victims of violent crime. “For some children, this may be their first Christmas without one or both of their parents,” said Lynn King, a South Fulton resident and the organization’s founder. “It’s important for them to be able to experience the joy of Christmas, if just for a day, and remember what it’s like to have fun.” DreamBIG Angle Network is raising money for its efforts with the Dream Royale Casino Masquerade Ball and Toy Drive hosted by Porsche Foxx on Saturday, November 24 at 7:00 p.m. The event will take place at Elysium Event Center at 1851 Hawthorne Avenue in College Park. Attendees ...

STEM Innovation on Display at E. C. West Elementary

15Nov

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Cedar Grove, Schools

STEM Innovation on Display at E. C. West Elementary

Evoline C. West Elementary School, South Fulton’s first school to earn certification in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), hosted its first showcase recently, bringing together more than 25 educators from across the state to learn about the school’s approach to teaching and learning in a STEM-focused environment. Teachers and school leaders from several counties came out to see E. C. West Elementary students engaged in project-based learning in their STEM lab, greenhouse, STEM classrooms and courtyard, as well as learn about the school’s path to earning STEM-certification from the Georgia Department of Education. “The STEM Showcase was an opportunity to fulfill our pledge to share knowledge with other school districts,” said Principal Jennifer Burton. “We had educato...

Westlake’s Alston Becomes First Female Varsity Football Player to Score

12Nov

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Schools, Sports

Westlake’s Alston Becomes First Female Varsity Football Player to Score

In a matchup against Alabama’s Lanier High School in August, Kendyle Alston became Westlake’s first female player to score in a varsity football game. Last month, the senior put an exclamation point on her career when she again kicked for an extra point helping her team to defeat Wheeler. She says wasn’t trying to make history, but she’s done just that. “I just wanted to play football and to be a part of the team,” Alston said. “It’s an opportunity of a lifetime and one that I will remember for the rest of my life.” Alston credits Westlake’s football coach Kareem Reid for giving her a chance to play the sport. “My parents and I are grateful to Coach Reid for allowing me this opportunity,” she said. “He and my teammates have welcomed me on the team and I appreciate that.” Alston learned to...

Eight Vendors Selected to Provide Sanitation Services in South Fulton

10Nov

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Business, Government

Eight Vendors Selected to Provide Sanitation Services in South Fulton

The City of South Fulton is expected to complete the transition of public works services by November 19, which will include the launch of a new sanitation and recycling services model. Under the new model, residents will be allowed to select a sanitation services vendor that has met requirements outlined in Ordinance 2018-041. Approved vendors include: Advance Disposal, Community Waste Disposal, Fulton Sanitation, Lathan Home Sanitation, Reliable Sanitation, Republic Services, Waste Industries and Waste Management. It’s the last step to ensure the city continues to receive local option sales tax (LOST) dollars, approximately $24 million annually. Under Georgia law, in order to receive the funds a municipality must offer at least three of the following services: water, sewage, garbage coll...

CCRPI: South Fulton Schools by the Numbers

30Oct

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Schools

CCRPI: South Fulton Schools by the Numbers

Yesterday, the Georgia Department of Education released the 2018 results for the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI). The CCRPI, which was redesigned last year, uses an updated calculation approved as part of Georgia’s state plan for the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Scores for 2018 are not comparable to any prior year. According to the data, Fulton County Schools’ performed above the state average. Fulton earned an overall CCRPI district score of 81 for 2018, which is 4.4 points above the state’s score of 76.6. Fulton’s scores exceeded the state at all levels, with the 2018 high school score of 82.2 showing the largest difference of nearly 7 points above the state’s score of 75.3. The elementary and middle school scores for Fulton were 80.6 and 80, respectively, compa...

31Jul

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Government

South Fulton Welcomes Key New Hires

During last week's city council meeting, City Manager Odie Donald II introduced attendees to three key new hires: Melanie Winfield, assistant city manager; Christopher Pike, economic development administrator; and Jolene Butts Freeman, communications director. "Our ranks are growing and we're excited to have these folks join the team," said Donald.Winfield previously served as the assistant city attorney for the City of Memphis. She is a University of Mississippi School of Law graduate with nearly 20 years of experience in municipal government including government operations and administration.Pike is the former director of economic development for the City of Villa Rica where he secured $1.4 million in funding for downtown projects. He is a graduate of Troy State University. Freeman, who...

South Fulton Gets Opportunity to Weigh in on AeroATL Greenway Plan

8Dec

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Community

South Fulton Gets Opportunity to Weigh in on AeroATL Greenway Plan

In early 2017, the Aerotropolis Atlanta Community Improvement Districts (AACIDs) were awarded a grant from the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) to complete the AeroATL Greenway Plan. When finished, the comprehensive trail master plan will connect communities around Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, including Forest Park, East Point, College Park, Hapeville, and portions of South Fulton and Clayton County. According to Kirsten Mote, program director at AACIDs, the area will include portions of Districts 1, 2 and 3 in the City of South Fulton. Residents of these districts are asked to complete a community survey and share their vision and thoughts on the master plan. The feedback gathered will help guide the exploration of opportunities to create bicycle and pe...

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