Education

Georgia Southern University has named five acclaimed speakers for the University’s Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies, including Younghoe Koo (’17), Hemant Goel, Retired Brig. Gen. Vincent E. Buggs (‘90), Cecilia Tran Arango (‘02) and Don L. Waters (’75).

From handwritten food orders to computerized systems, Hughette Bonnette has witnessed decades of change in the school nutrition field. But one thing remains constant: her unwavering commitment to the well-being of her students.

More than 70 students from Georgia Southern University’s College of Arts and Humanities displayed their creativity and research at the 2025 CURIO Symposium, competing for nearly $2,500 in prizes across 10 categories in a hybrid event on both the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses.

Ogeechee Technical College recently inducted 25 high-achieving students into the National Technical Honor Society during a ceremony held in the Joseph E. Kennedy auditorium, recognizing their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to service.

Just two years after its founding, Georgia Southern University’s Ethics Bowl team earned a top 15 national finish and the Bob Ladenson Spirit Award, cementing its place as a rising force in collegiate ethical debate.

Southeast Bulloch Middle School is inviting the community to celebrate its fine arts program during a free “Night at the Art Museum” gala, hosted by art teacher and Bulloch County’s Teacher of the Year, Heather Gonzales, on Saturday, May 3, from 6–8 p.m. at the school.

Bulloch County Schools is now accepting School Choice applications for the 2025–2026 school year. All schools in the district are currently considered to be closed due to not having available space to serve non-zoned students, with exceptions made for families seeking placement for a sibling to attend the same school as a special needs sibling who was placed by Bulloch County Schools at a closed school due to lack of services required at the home school.

Georgia Southern University has appointed Scott Gordon, Ph.D., FACSM, as the next dean of the Waters College of Health Professions, with his tenure beginning August 1.

East Georgia State College will celebrate its Spring Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the gymnasium on the Swainsboro campus.

The Bulloch County Board of Education addressed critical budget issues and celebrated the inspiring achievements of Langston Chapel Middle School at their April 24 work session.