“In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.” These words have guided Shariff Lee-Brown throughout his four years at Carver Early College and his two years of dual enrollment at Georgia State University. Carver Early College provides a rigorous academic environment with an opportunity to complete up to 60 […]
Pearls of Purpose Foundation, Inc., the philanthropic arm of the Nu Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. based in Atlanta, awarded five seniors from Atlanta Public Schools (APS) scholarships for college during its 27th Annual Pink Pearl Mother-Daughter Luncheon held April 26 at the Marriott Marquis Atlanta Hotel. Coretta Scott King […]
Name: Ronald White III Grade: 5th School: Fickett Elementary School Career Goal: Engineer/Entrepreneur Ronald White, III is a proud 5th grade Trojan who has been at Fickett Elementary School since kindergarten. He is an honor student with multiple interests. Ronald plays soccer and enjoys swimming, playing video games and Monopoly, watching movies with his family, and […]
Seeking to increase communication between the superintendent and school leaders while hearing input on various issues that affect the efficiency of school operations, Superintendent Erroll Davis will meet quarterly with the newly formed Superintendent’s Principal Advisory Council. The Council’s first meeting will take place Wednesday, October 30, 2013. The Council will help drive the mission […]
Seniors at The New Schools at Carver recently registered to vote and learned the importance of making their vote count in today’s society. The ‘Making Your Vote Count’ event was an excellent way to prepare students for the upcoming City of Atlanta general election on November 5, 2013. Students practiced casting their ballot on mock voting […]
Name: Ashley Dungey Grade: 5th Grade School: Deerwood Academy Ashley Dungey is currently a 5th grader in Dr. Huff’s class at Deerwood Academy. In addition to being a star student, Ashley enjoys drawing, writing, reading, and learning about new and innovative technology. But, what truly sets Ashley apart is her desire to give to others. She has a true understanding of the meaning […]
Name: Cameron Jones Grade: 11th Grade School: Therrell School of Health Sciences and Research Cameron Jones, a Junior at Therrell School of Health Sciences and Research, is a scholar with infinite talents and skills. Her excellent leadership and educational achievements are commendable. According to her teachers, Cameron is a young lady of outstanding character– disciplined, hardworking, […]
In an effort to promote strong oral communication and presentational skills, Carver Early College hosted the second annual Oratorical Contest on March 21, 2013. Students all over the campus conquered the number one fear of most people, which is public speaking, and delivered inspiring speeches to their audiences. The event was sponsored by the Learning […]
The winners of the 2013 annual African-American Trivia Bowl at Carver Early College are the freshman class. The bowl is held every year to assess knowledge that students possess of African-American History. It is also used to increase students’ general knowledge of African-American History. Moderator Dr. Thomas Gosha asked questions about African-American achievement in disciplines such as […]
Name: Karin Wilksa Grade: 8th School: Inman Middle Karin transferred to Inman from Finland this school year, and placed 2nd in the Georgia State Technology Fair on March 9. Karin and Max Nevins, an Inman 7th grader, were among 700 participants from around the state. Karin’s multimedia project from math class won 2nd place in […]