Dawson Times - Education

North Georgia College and State University Announces October Arts Events

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:54:10 UT

'Bolivia' and 'Mostly Martha' are two of the international films to be shown this month, along with performances by The David Brothers Band and Patriot Choir and Le Belle Voci...

'I Love This School' Tour Reaches Out to Elementary Schools

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:16:56 UT

An interactive concert event specifically for elementary schools, promoting positive energy with a positive message, the 'musical show' includes songs like I Love This School, Keep Your Hands to Yourself, Bullies Ain't Nice, Reading Rocks! and Teachers Rule the School...

North Georgia College & State University Introduces Appalachian Studies Certificate Program

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 10:00:14 UT

The new program is geared toward anyone interested in learning more about the Appalachian region – those new to the area or those who’ve lived in the area for years. It explores a wide variety of topics spanning from oral histories to bluegrass music to heirloom gardening...

Riverview Middle School Announces Students of Month

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:32:28 UT

Students are nominated by their teachers to be recognized as "top of the class" for the month, and outstanding students demonstrate good citizenship towards their fellow students and teachers, as well as have a positive attitude that ensures their success...

Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:03:14 UT

Ten local teams of Dawson’s smartest leaders and professionals will test their knowledge as they compete against each other for bragging rights...

Upcoming Events at Robinson Elementary

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:37:20 UT

The school's Punt, Pass and Kick Competition happens on September 12...

Dawson County Announces GOAL – A Girl’s Journey of Growth

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:49:48 UT

GOAL, a nationally recognized program designed to “promote self-esteem, self awareness and respect for individual differences in girls and young women, resulting in an enhanced capacity for leadership,” is the result of newly formed partnerships within the Dawson County community...

Local Mom Inspired by Grandmother’s Encouragement and Love of Education: Creates Online Study Site

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:13:18 UT

Qwizzy’s World was transformed from a ‘good idea’ to a ‘dream-come-true’
for local entrepreneur Julie Wilson, who designed the study site to help her kids study for tests...

Program Offers Public Overview of Dawson County Government Operations

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:21:07 UT

The very first Dawson County Citizen Academy will allow citizens to participate in a free ten-week course designed to provide an in-depth look at the diverse activities of Dawson County government...

Brenau Retains Best Education Value Distinction in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:01:23 UT

For the fourth consecutive year the magazine U.S. News & World Report ranked 130-year-old Brenau University as the 10th best education value in the Southeast...

Brenau Expands Music Faculty with Addition of Barbara Steinhaus

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:03:06 UT

Lyric soprano Barbara Steinhaus has joined the faculty at Brenau University in a new position as professor of music and director of the music program with a specialization in vocal performance...

Fall Educational Opportunities Abound at the Holly

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:36:51 UT

Beginning September 8, the Holly will be offering an array of theater and voice classes for future stars of all ages, including adult education classes...

Technical Colleges Receive Federal Grant to Boost Workforce in State’s Energy Industry

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:20:12 UT

The funding will produce graduates with skills that will address a national shortage of skilled labor in the energy sector. One goal of the program is to increase awareness of energy and industrial construction employment opportunities, among others...

Rosanne Short to Head Brenau Evening and Weekend College in Gainesville

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:18:08 UT

Brenau University appointed Rosanne Short of Cornelia as the director of the Gainesville division of its Evening and Weekend College...

ACT scores on rise as Georgia leaps three spots in national rankings

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:26:23 UT

Georgia's composite ACT score rose to 20.6 in 2008, up from 20.3 in 2007. The national average dropped to 21.1, down .1 from 2007. Georgia’s scores also increased in every subject area tested by the ACT – English, Reading, Mathematics and Science...