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Richmond County Board of Education, Richmond County School Systems
Updated on Dec 05, 10
Created on Jun 11, 09
Category: Schools & Education
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New school code restricts social media options
Effort aims to address bullying problems
10th Richmond County School System, Ga.
July 2008 - "We are, in my mind, a crisis waiting to happen with our technology situation," he said. Dr. Bedden has turned to the city of Augusta and Fort Gordon for any help either can lend should a problem arise.
"We've got to find compassionate people who feel a calling because we certainly can't compete with the industry," the superintendent said.
According to the school system, about $3.85 million is allocated in the general fund for technology, including personnel. Another $1.4 million comes from sales tax revenue.
Laney HS group meeting at resort hotel Group of 85 heads to Ritz Carlton on Lake Oconee for overnight training one of the 3 schools receiving $1 million federal grants
Since the early 1990s, the board has alternated between black and white presidents -- and the vice president has had to be of the other race.
Since the early 1990s, the board has alternated between black and white presidents -- and the vice president has had to be of the other race.
It just so happens the board followed that "gentleman's agreement" this time, even if by accident. But we're with board member Joe Scott, who suggested explicitly ending the "gentleman's agreement" and just going with the best people.
Mr. Echols said the agreement made years ago was to alternate the race of the board president every 2 years. In addition, when there is a white board president, the vice president must be black, and vice versa. Because former school board President Jeff Padgett is white, Mr. Echols said, he expects a black trustee will be voted as president today.\n\n"We've come a long way on the board, and we need to continue to. But we need to get away from black and white issues," he said.\n\nOthers disagree.
"We've come a long way on the board, and we need to continue to. But we need to get away from black and white issues," he said.
Others disagree.
Since the early 1990s, the board has alternated between electing a black president and a white president. The "gentleman's agreement" also dictates the board select a vice president of a different race than the president.
The community reached out to help from the beginning, said team coach Ann Beth Strelec. She said an article in The Augusta Chronicle drew the attention of Butler alumni and others.
The legal definition of a gang under Georgia law is a group of three or more engaging in any of a list of criminal activities that range from racketeering, rape and aggravated sodomy to graffiti, criminal trespass and criminal damage.
Ga. attorney general plans Augusta visit-Attorney General Thurbert Baker will give a keynote speech on the topic March 25 at the Carrie J. Mays Life Center on 11th Avenue.
Calendar with 3 fewer class days emerges as option for Richmond County schools
Mother of Butler High student hears son's attack
Teen's call for help cut short as beating starts
Bedden is finalist for Texas post Superintendent won't say if he'll take job
How many years can a HS team continuously lose football games and graduate less than 50% of the seniors?
School showcases student talent
Richmond parents to get reminder of surveys
Some parents want call if school is delayed
Richmond County puts school system progress online
44 items | 2 visits
Richmond County Board of Education, Richmond County School Systems
Updated on Dec 05, 10
Created on Jun 11, 09
Category: Schools & Education
URL: