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University System of Georgia’s economic impact grows to $20.1 billion

University System of Georgia’s economic impact grows to $20.1 billion

A study found that USG bachelor’s graduates from the Class of 2022 will earn over $1 million more during their lifetimes than they would have without their college degree.
Georgia Council on Literacy holds first in-person meeting in Statesboro

Georgia Council on Literacy holds first in-person meeting in Statesboro

Did you know only 2 out of 5 Georgia third graders can read proficiently by the time they finish third grade? But thanks to Georgia House Bill 538 and Georgia Senate Bill 211, literacy help is now on the way. Read more about the Georgia Council on Literacy and the Georgia Early Literacy Act to learn how you can support our students and educators.
OTC receives $159,200 grant to expand its nursing program

OTC receives $159,200 grant to expand its nursing program

One piece of equipment purchased through the grant is the newly acquired SimBabyTM. The SimBaby is a tetherless pediatric simulator designed to help students recognize and respond to a number of critical illnesses that may affect pediatric patients. 
Bulloch's Title I schools to host Family Forums

Bulloch's Title I schools to host Family Forums

The Family Forums will take place between Aug. 8 to Aug. 31, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for each session. See the article for dates and times.
OTC dental assisting program awards 11 pins to graduates

OTC dental assisting program awards 11 pins to graduates

The students were celebrated at an annual ceremony held on July 20.
Georgia Southern announces 2023's 40 Under 40

Georgia Southern announces 2023's 40 Under 40

This week, Georgia Southern University announced the 2023 recipients of its annual 40 Under 40 honor. Check out the list and learn more about each of the honorees.
Fort Stewart and Georgia Southern University sign agreement to offer graduate courses on base

Fort Stewart and Georgia Southern University sign agreement to offer graduate courses on base

The courses will allow soldiers and their families to pursue higher education without disrupting their duties or having to relocate.
Gifted Services nominations accepted through Aug. 23

Gifted Services nominations accepted through Aug. 23

This fall review provides a time for teachers, parents, guardians, students, or peers to nominate any newly enrolled student who meets the specifications for this window of consideration. New students in second through eighth grades are eligible for nomination.
Georgia Southern sets fundraising record for third year in a row

Georgia Southern sets fundraising record for third year in a row

Total cash, pledges and in-kind gifts to GS amounted to $23,831,604 during fiscal year 2023
Bulloch County Board of Education adopts tentative millage rate

Bulloch County Board of Education adopts tentative millage rate

The Bulloch County Board of Education tentatively adopted a millage rate which will require an increase in property taxes by 16.07%. All concerned citizens are invited to the public hearings on this tax increase to be held at the Bulloch County Board of Education on August 10 and 17.