Northwest Georgia NewsWalker’s Incoming Commission Chair Seeking Public Feedback
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1. Walker’s Incoming Commission Chair Seeking Public Feedback
2. CHS Class of 2024 Outperforms State and National SAT Average
3. Floyd County And Rome City Schools Saw Growth In Math
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STORY 1: Walker’s Incoming Commission Chair Seeking Public Feedback
Angie Teems, the incoming chair for the Walker County Commission, plans to hold public forums to gather community input as she prepares to lead the county starting in January. Her priorities include addressing unfilled county positions, reducing or eliminating the fire fee, tackling crime in northern areas, and revitalizing blighted properties like the old Coats American building. Teems aims to enhance family-friendly spaces, parks, and tourist attractions, and is interested in creating venues for events. She also wants to support senior citizens, veterans, and youth through programs and improve county operations with better policies and communication. Teems emphasizes the importance of community engagement and making Walker County a desirable place to live and visit.
STORY 2: CHS Class of 2024 Outperforms State and National SAT Average
Calhoun High School's Class of 2024 has excelled on the SAT, surpassing both national and state averages, highlighting the dedication of students, faculty, and the community to academic excellence. Their average score exceeded Georgia's public-school performance, which has outpaced the national average for seven years. Principal Casey Parker praised the graduates' achievements as a testament to the school's commitment to student success. State School Superintendent Richard Woods commended the ongoing efforts in Georgia to enhance academic recovery and opportunities, contributing to students' strong performance on standardized tests.
STORY 3: Floyd County And Rome City Schools Saw Growth In Math
Students in Floyd County and Rome City schools showed significant growth in math proficiency according to the latest Georgia Milestone Scores. Floyd County achieved its highest math scores ever, with notable improvements in sixth grade (13% increase), third grade, high school Algebra (both 10% increase), and eighth grade (9% increase). Rome City schools also saw improvements, particularly in high school Algebra and third grade (10% growth each), and eighth grade (6% growth). Despite a slight decline in seventh-grade scores, both districts celebrated overall progress. Statewide, Georgia students improved, with an 8% increase in eighth-grade math and high school Algebra scores.
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STORY 4: What's Happening Around Polk County?
The Polk County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on October 7 to discuss the potential placement of municipal sludge in the Grady Road Landfill. Keep Polk Beautiful is organizing the Rivers Alive 2024 cleanup on October 12 at Seaborn Jones Park. The Polk County Emergency Management Agency seeks volunteers for its Community Emergency Response Team. Free groceries are available at Worldview Baptist Church monthly, and the Good Neighbor Center Food Pantry offers assistance bi-monthly. Cross Factor Church provides a free community meal and clothing. Sons of the American Legion Post 12 hosts a monthly spaghetti supper, and Polk Family Connection meets monthly to support community initiatives.
STORY 5: Live4It Alliant Scholarship Awarded to 10 GNTC Students
Ten students at Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) have been awarded the Live4It Alliant Scholarship for the fall 2024 term, supporting those with financial need who contribute to their community and embody the Live4It principles. The recipients, from various campuses and programs, include Amber Brown, Darryn Colson, Okema Fields, and others. This scholarship, supported by Alliant Health Plans, aims to enhance local community health and well-being. GNTC President Dr. Heidi Popham expressed gratitude for the partnership, highlighting its significant impact on students' lives. Live4It promotes health and wellness through its four core aims: Lifestyle & Environment, Invest In One Another, Value Preventive Health, and Eat, Drink & Be Merry.
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STORY 6: October Events at the Calhoun Gordon Library
The Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library is hosting a variety of fall activities throughout October, including ESOL classes, exercise sessions, and themed events for all ages. Highlights include a Storytime with Calhoun PD K9s, a Mini Piñata Frame Craft for Hispanic Heritage Month, and a Meet the Author event with Anita Foster. Weekly activities feature workout classes, a Teen Lounge, and board games. Special events include a Pokémon Club, STEAM sessions, and a Halloweenfest on October 31. The library will close early on October 10 for a parade and be closed on October 14 for staff development.
STORY 7: Community Foundation for Greater Rome Appoints New Interim Executive Director
The Community Foundation for Greater Rome has appointed Jennifer Scott as its interim executive director, succeeding Ashley Garner, who will now focus on a statewide initiative for students with disabilities. Garner's tenure saw the foundation's endowment grow to over $5 million and the distribution of over $2 million in community grants. Scott, with 20 years of nonprofit experience and a background in financial services, will lead the foundation, which is supported by local donors and governed by a board of private citizens. For more details, visit cffgr.org or contact Scott directly.
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