Monthly Archives: October 2013

Former board member Donna Edler passes

Posted on October 31, 2013 by

We are so very sorry to report that Donna Edler lost her battle with breast cancer and has passed.  Donna was a diligent worker and cared deeply about children and her community. She served well on the school board – … Continue reading →

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FREE Webinar — Please Share with Colleagues!

Posted on October 25, 2013 by

Knight Foundation’s Eric Newton will explore Six Things Educators Can Do Right Now To Go Digital, a FREE one-hour Webinar on Monday, October 28, 2013 at 2:00 PM Eastern time.  Can’t attend the live event? Your registration gives you unlimited access to the replay … Continue reading →

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Fact Checker digs into DeKalb schools’ latest financial report

Posted on October 23, 2013 by

Stan Jester has posted a new Fact Checker, ’10/07/2013 – Financial Report – DeKalb Schools Board Meeting’ Two big ticket items need to be reconciled with actuals and the vendor report is alarming. DE46 Financial Report We need to see … Continue reading →

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DeKalb School Board meeting to be held TONIGHT

Posted on October 22, 2013 by

From “On Common Ground” News… Parents invited to DeKalb School District meeting tonight Tuesday, 22 October 2013 11:59 | Written by OCG News Staff The DeKalb County School District is hosting a meeting today for parents to review the district’s … Continue reading →

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Accrediting chief rebuked in Dunwoody

Posted on October 20, 2013 by

By Dick Williams For The Crier [reposting in part] A response to a reporter’s question last week at a Buckhead luncheon by the chief executive of SACS/AdvancED, the school accrediting agency, set off angry comments in Dunwoody. Dr. Mark Elgart, … Continue reading →

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