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The Westlake Lady Lions delivered the Collins Hill Eagles their first loss of the year at tonight's GHSA Basketball State Championships in Macon. Relentless at both ends of the court, the Lions ran away with a 72 to 53-point victory to defend their state 7A title for the third year in a row. The talented high schoolers were dominant the entire game bringing a professional-level performance to Middle Georgia, and stamping their place in state history. Their victory marked a 15-game winning streak this season and a 90-game winning streak against Georgia players over the last three years. Raven "Hollywood" Johnson, Ta'Niya Latson and Brianna Turnage came up big for the Lady Lions. Johnson, a junior, had 23 points, six rebounds, four assists and one steal. She has been an impact p...

Each member of the Fulton County school board sponsors a monthly meeting open to all members of the community. The sessions provide an opportunity for direct contact with community members and give board members a chance to listen to local issues and concerns. Board members have set the following meeting dates for March 2020:Katha Stuart, District 1March 18, 9:30 a.m.Mimosa Elementary School Katie Reeves, District 2March 17, 7:00 p.m.Alpharetta High SchoolGail Dean, District 3     March 12, 6:30 p.m.Riverwood High SchoolLinda Bryant, District 4       March 16, 6:00 p.m.Bear Creek Middle SchoolLinda McCain, District 5March 17, 9:30 a.m.Taylor Road Middle School  Kimberly Dove, District 6  March 17, 6:30 p.m.Woodland Middle SchoolJulia Bernath, District 7March 12, 9:30 a.m.Esther Jackson...

The Fulton County Board of Education has approved the name Global Impact Academy for the new South Fulton STEM school.The name was put forth by a steering committee comprised of educators, elected officials and school governance council members. It was first presented to the board for consideration at the Jan. 14 work session, and then approved at the Feb. 20 meeting. The name reflects the school district’s desire to provide a rigorous environment where students attain the knowledge and skills to positively impact the world. Anthony Newbold will serve as the school's principal. He was among first to make the announcement of the school's new name via social media. "With tonight’s vote, Global Impact Academy is here," he tweeted. "I’m so excited to ...

The Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Anaheim, Calif. is where the high schoolers of today that will change the world go to meet their future peers. And it's where Westlake High School's Vincent Batts is headed in May. He'll compete with 2,000 students from over 80 countries and showcase his research on "Usage of Conductive Materials to Reduce Pressure Sensor Cost." After the fair and high school graduation, the future STEM leader is headed to Georgia Tech. Principal Jamar Robinson made the announcement via Twitter earlier this week. Batts is the first in the school's history to participate in the prestigious pre-college competition at this level. "What a unique and special talent you are sir," tweeted Principal Robinson. "Georgia Tech is getting an...

Georgia’s public-school class of 2019 has the 17th-highest Advanced Placement (AP) pass rate in the nation, according to recent data released by the College Board. Following the announcement, State School Superintendent Woods has named 255 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools for 2020. Six South Fulton schools made the list. Schools were recognized across eight categories: AP Access and Support Schools, AP Challenge Schools, AP Schools of Distinction, AP Expansion Schools, AP Humanities Schools, AP Humanities Achievement Schools, AP STEM Schools and AP STEM Achievement Schools. Banneker High School and Hapeville Career Academy were named 2020 AP Expansion Schools. These schools saw 25 percent growth in AP participation from May 2018 to May 2019 and a minimum of 25 students tes...

Fulton County School Board Members Linda Bryant and Kimberly Dove will hold a joint community school board meeting on Feb. 18 at Creekside High, 7405 Herndon Rd. The meetings provide an opportunity for the public to have direct contact with school leaders and give board members a chance to listen to local issues and concerns. Bryant, who represents District 4, and District 6’s Kimberly Dove represent the Fulton County Schools that are located in the City of South Fulton's footprint. Other meetings being held this month include: Katha Stuart, District 1February 12, 9:30 a.m.Roswell North Elementary School Katie Reeves, District 2February 18, 9:30 a.m.Northwestern Middle SchoolGail Dean, District 3     February 13, 9:30 a.m.High Point Elementary SchoolLinda McCain, District 5Febru...

The Fulton County Board of Education underwent leadership changes at its January 14 work session. Board Member Linda Bryant, who represents District 4 and a number of South Fulton schools, has stepped into the role of vice president. Julie Bernath has moved into the president's role which Bryant previously held. "This time last year, this Board was searching for a Superintendent and we believed that leadership continuity was important for the search process and transition of our new leader," said Bryant. "The Board decided that I would continue as president through 2019 and Mrs. Bernath would be elected vice president." "We also agreed that beginning at this meeting in 2020, I would assume the vice president's role and Mrs. Bernath would assume the presidency for the second year o...