Education

Southeast Bulloch High School’s Drama students invite you to a night of mystery and fun with their dinner theatre production of “Café Murder” on Friday, March 14.

Founded in 1968 by University of Georgia education professor Sheldon Root, the Georgia Children's Book Award encourages reading enjoyment among Georgia's youth while introducing them to quality literature. The award, presented annually and chosen through a statewide selection process involving educators, librarians, and young readers, recognizes outstanding picture books and chapter books.

Bulloch County Schools invites families to District Parent Night on Tuesday, March 11, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Langston Chapel Middle School, offering workshops, free childcare, refreshments, and more to support student success.

Statesboro STEAM Academy broke ground on February 28 for a 35,000-square-foot facility, at East Main Street and Veterans Memorial Parkway, designed to promote collaboration and innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. The school will feature open classrooms, outdoor learning spaces, a modern gymnasium, and advanced technology, with classes looking to start August 2026.

Local students are making waves across the country with impressive academic achievements, earning spots on the Dean's List at colleges and universities from Georgia to Maryland. Here’s a look at some of the standout students from Statesboro and surrounding areas who are showing off their dedication and hard work this semester!

The Georgia Promise Scholarship will begin accepting applications on March 1, offering up to $6,500 annually for private school tuition, tutoring, and other educational expenses for eligible K-12 students in the 2025-2026 academic year. The initial application window closes April 15.

The Georgia Student Finance Commission, in partnership with the University System of Georgia, Technical College System of Georgia, and private institutions, is offering high school seniors application fee waivers through the Find Your MATCH in March initiative.

The Youth Leadership Bulloch Class of 2025 celebrated their graduation at the Kiwanis Community Center, marking the culmination of a six-month program focused on leadership, community engagement, and local government. Kiwanis Club President Marilyn Darrell encouraged graduates to embrace growth, build strong relationships, and use their talents to make a meaningful impact in their community.

Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Bulloch County on Tuesday, February 25, to honor eight local schools with academic leader award banners for high achievement and growth on the Georgia Milestones Assessments.

Ogeechee Technical College is proud to announce that LeAnne Robinson, Dean for Academic Affairs – Business & General Education, has been selected to participate in the 2025 Georgia Association for Women in Higher Education (GAWHE) Fellows Leadership Program.