Education

The Tactical and Occupational Performance (TOP) Institute, a groundbreaking initiative funded by a $5.58 million grant, aims to combat musculoskeletal injuries among military and first responder personnel through cutting-edge research, training, and community outreach at Georgia Southern University.

Georgia Southern University will host the Smithsonian Institution's "Outbreak: Epidemics in a Connected World" exhibition, exploring the global impact of infectious diseases, at both its Statesboro and Armstrong campuses through July 2025. The public is invited to an opening reception at the Henderson Library in Statesboro on Wednesday, November 13.

The Georgia Department of Education honored 624 schools statewide as "Math Leaders" for their exceptional achievement and growth in mathematics, recognizing their commitment to preparing students for future success through the new K-12 Mathematics Standards. Nevils Elementary, Brooklet Elementary, SEBHS, LCMS, SEBMS, and Stilson Elementary made the list.

The school board held the regular meeting on November 7, 2024, hearing a presentation from Julia P. Bryant Elementary faculty and reviewing business to be placed on the table for the next meeting.

Get ready to flock together for a great cause! Lace up your sneakers and join the fun at the 17th Annual Statesboro Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Participants will trot through historic downtown Statesboro to raise funds for the Bulloch County Foundation for Public Education’s teacher grants and student scholarships.

Bulloch County Schools are honoring veterans this November with special programs at multiple schools, inviting students, families, and the community to pay tribute to those who have served. From parades to musical performances, each event offers a unique way to celebrate and thank local veterans for their sacrifices.

Georgia Southern University faculty members Amy Potter, Ph.D., and Lisa Denmark, Ph.D., have been honored by the Georgia Historical Records Advisory Council (GHRAC) for their significant contributions to preserving Georgia's history through projects like the Tybee Island Black History Trail and Denmark's research on Savannah's historical growth.

Bulloch County is currently experiencing extended heavy rain that will prevent school bus travel on certain roads. See the road list in the article.

Georgia Southern University's Institute for Health Logistics & Analytics (IHLA) has successfully mapped vital health resources in four Georgia counties, including Bryan (Pembroke), Candler, Emanuel and Toombs, through its new Community Health Resource Project (CHRP), with plans to expand to 12 more underserved areas in 2025.

A Southeast Bulloch Middle School student was found with a pocket knife on Nov. 5, allegedly using it to threaten two other students. The incident led to an immediate response from law enforcement, who removed the student from school, ensuring safety and adherence to district policies.