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Monthly Archives: October 2013
Former board member Donna Edler passes
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
FREE Webinar — Please Share with Colleagues!
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
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
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
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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