Author: On Common Ground News
DEKALB COUNTY, GA– The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) announced the appointment of four new leaders by the Board of Education earlier this week. Officials said the new staff members bring unique experience and expertise to their respective positions, further enhancing DCSD’s commitment to providing excellent educational opportunities for its students. The new leaders will fill previously vacant district positions, the district’s new superintendent said. The start dates are still to be determined. “These exceptionally talented leaders join an already outstanding District leadership team. I am confident that together, we will swiftly and strategically work to enhance academic achievement and…
ATLANTA – State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta have unveiled their joint legislative agenda and vision for the 2024 legislative session. The three representatives have published an e-report that recaps their legislative work since January 2023 and details their vision moving forward. The report may be found online here. Driven by justice and equity-focused issues, the lawmakers say they will continue to pursue legislation aimed at impacting education, economic development, voting rights, criminal justice reform, gun safety reform, health care and housing. “Working with Reps. Schofield and Scott on challenging projects and legislation…
ATLANTA – State Rep. Dar’shun Kendrick (D-Lithonia) will host a Constituents Day event for citizens in House District 95 on Thursday, Aug.17, 9 – 10:30 a.m., in room 216 of the Georgia State Capitol, 206 Washington St. S.W. To RSVP for this event, contact dar’shun.kendrick@house.ga.gov. Kendrick will give an update regarding the legislature’s recent work, discuss her upcoming legislative events and goals, as well as highlight how she can help constituents with certain state services. Following Rep. Kendrick’s event, constituents are encouraged to attend Lt. Governor Burt Jones’ Constituent Services Day for DeKalb and Fulton counties. This second event will…
GWINNETT COUNTY, GA– Gwinnett County Police are investigating a fatality involving a mother who shot and killed her 47-year-old daughter during an argument. Detectives are still looking into what led to the altercation. The mother’s name was not released. During the altercation, Trevor Murray attacked her mother, which resulted in Murray getting shot, police said. No charges have been filed at this time and the case will remain active pending an autopsy, police said. The incident occurred on July 11. Police arrived on the scene at approximately 8:45 p.m. from the Bay Creek Precinct responding to a person shot call…
DEKALB COUNTY, GA—Today, District 3 Commissioner Larry Johnson attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Phase One improvements at Ellenwood Park. The $2 million investment for the first phase of the 46-acre park will include a new playground, a parking lot, and an entrance to Ellenwood Park. This investment was made possible by Commissioner Johnson in partnership with the DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs, and the County Line-Ellenwood community. “It is time for this area. We have to always look forward,” said Johnson. “My goal is to bridge the gap and bring our seniors and youth together. The…
STONECREST, GA—The South DeKalb Improvement Association Education (SDIAE) will host Dr. Devon Horton, newly-appointed superintendent for the DeKalb County School District, at its upcoming general body meeting. The meeting will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Stonecrest Public Library, 3123 Klondike Road, Stonecrest. The meeting will provide aan opportunity for community members, educators, and stakeholders to engage with Horton and learn about his vision for the DeKalb County School District. The event will be moderated by Dele Lowman, senior vice president for GovHR, who will facilitate an insightful discussion between Horton and the…
DEKALB COUNTY, GA– DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a grand re-opening ceremony for the newly-renovated Glen Emerald Park. The ceremony will be held Friday, July 14, 10 a.m., at Glen Emerald Park, 1479 Bouldercrest Road, Atlanta. The project included renovations to dam and trail system, two basketball courts, two tennis courts and the construction of two new pavilions. Approximately $5.6 million was allocated to complete the park improvements. Contributions were provided by DeKalb County District 6 funding, the American Recovery Plan, Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST), and the Parks Department. The public…
Summer is about to be a wrap. Students in the metro-Atlanta area are preparing to head back to the classrooms next month with some of them starting the 2023-2024 school year on Aug. 1. Many school districts, however, have scheduled back-to-school events in July to gear up for the big day. The events include free school supplies, health screenings and other resources for families, free food and live entertainment and other activities. Here’s a look at key back-to-school events that are currently published on web sites for school districts that are in On Common Ground News’ readership areas: Atlanta Public…