Foothills Education Charter High School has been awarded a two-year $239,859 federal grant to provide mental health awareness training.
Madison County students were recently recognized for their academic achievements during the fall semester at Kennesaw State.
Trevor Ard of Colbert was named to Valdosta State University's Fall 2022 Dean's List for earning a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher on nine or more semester hours.
Melissa Occhipinti of Colbert was named to the President’s List for the fall 2022 semester at Southern New Hampshire University. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.7 qualify for the President’s List.
Peyton Miller of Danielsville, was named to the Dean's List in the College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia College & State University for the fall 2022 semester.
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Madison County Schools will hold kindergarten registration Monday, Feb. 27 and Tuesday, Feb. 28 for children who will be 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2023.
Adam Jackson of Danielsville graduated from Georgia Southwestern State University during the Fall 2022 Commencement Ceremonies held Friday, Dec. 9 in the Convocation Hall of the Student Success Center. Jackson earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in management. He also made the Fall …
Local students recognized as Dean’s scholars at Piedmont University for the fall semester 2022 for earning a 4.0 GPA include:
Local students were named to the President’s Honor Roll for earning a 4.0 GPS during the fall semester 2022 at the University of North Georgia include:
Two $1,000 grants have been awarded to Joshua Black and Matthew Highfill of Madison County High School.
Madison Foothills recently recognized its students who completed their Food Handler Certification. "These students are ready to tackle the food industry in catering, hospitality and event planning," Michelle Garrison states. "We are so proud of them.” Pictured (front row, L-R) Erin Helmly, J…
Elizabeth Chandler of Danielsville was named to the Dean’s List at Berry College for the fall 2022 semester.
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Danielsville Elementary School students and staff recently brought in new toys for families in the community. Pictured are Madison County 911 Director Brenan Baird and kindergarteners Claire Martin and Moriah Ridling with some of the toys collected. “We hope everyone has a blessed holiday!” …
Two Georgia public schools – Comer Elementary School in Madison County and Model Elementary School in Floyd County – have been recognized as 2022 National ESEA Distinguished Schools.
Hull-Sanford Elementary School third grade students and teachers, and school counselor, Janice Gunnin recently participated in a Community Service Project. Students learned about the gift of giving through the book "The Quiltmaker's Gift" and made no-sew throw blankets, which were donated to…
The Madison County Band spread Christmas cheer last week during its “Holiday Tour” or "Run-Out" concerts.
Students at Ila Elementary School helped spread Christmas cheer and a giving spirit by hosting their Annual Toy Drive for Madison County Food Bank. “Not only did IlaGators challenge themselves to donate toys, but also raised money for the food bank,” said Ila Elementary staff. Debra Steed, I…
Ila Elementary School recently held its annual spelling bee. Participants included Thomas Skelton, Beau Poulnot, Grayson Haggard, Hollis Williamson, Haven Claire Shriver, Lily Rolls-Tiller, Kadin Avera, Addie Hughes (first place), Kaitlann Faulkner (second place), Ryder Cook (third place). T…
Blake Hanley, Danielsville, was among 11 University of North Georgia students who participated in a Habitat for Humanity of Hall County build this fall.
Danielsville Elementary School students and staff brought in new toys for families in the community. Pictured are Captain Brenan Baird and kindergarteners Claire Martin and Moriah Ridling with some of the toys collected. “We hope everyone has a blessed holiday!” Danielsville teachers said.
Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) recently awarded a $824 Bright Ideas grant to Madison County Middle School teacher Marilyn Hilley for her “Water is Life!” earth science project.
The Madison County High School JROTC drill team recently competed in its first drill competition of the year.
The Madison County Board of Education recognized Comer Elementary School and Ila Elementary School for being named Title I Schools of Distinction for 2022. The schools are now in a pool to be considered for National Distinguished School recognition. Pictured are principals, Amanda Sailors, C…
Seventh grade students at Madison County Middle School took part in a county-wide Farm Tour field trip Oct. 26.
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Snapshots from the "Under the Stars" event Oct. 27 at Madison County High School featuring students from Danielsville and Ila Elementary.
Thirty-eight students and staff recently attended a presentation about Dual Enrollment and Option B opportunities through Foothills.
The Madison County Board of Education recently recognized students who placed at the Gwinnett County Fair Livestock Judging Contest.
Madison County High School will hold a Veterans Day ceremony at 10 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11 in the school gym.
Harper King of Colbert earned a bachelor of science degree in exercise science in the summer semester from Georgia State University.
Leland Padgitt of Hull completed advanced camp this summer. Padgitt was one of 93 University of North Georgia (UNG) cadets to complete camp.
Zandy Gallardo-Gonzalez of Hull was one of about 165 cadets who began their time as University of North Georgia (UNG) cadets with Freshman Recruit Orientation Group (FROG) Week from Aug. 14-20.
Georgia School Superintendent Richard Woods visited Danielsville Elementary School fourth graders Tuesday morning. He talked about the U.S. Constitution and passed out signed copies of the Constitution to fourth graders and staff. Woods was presented with a birdhouse made by the fourth graders.
Mason Scully of Colbert was named to the President’s List for the summer semester at Georgia State University.
Madison County High School senior Addie Mitcham was recognized by the Madison County Board of Education last week for being selected to attend the summer intensive at the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago over the summer. She was a member of the most advanced performing group during her stay, which …
Madison County High School junior Micah Trump was honored by the Madison County Board of Education last week for being selected for All-State Theatre. He is one of around 75 performers selected from the entire state and will perform in the opening number at ThesCon in February, in front of o…
Colbert Elementary School recently recognized its “Students of the Month” for August. Those honored included (row one) Jesse Wilson, Briella Barnett, Victor Myers, Kyrie Williams, Chasity Allen, Weston Sullivan, Katelyn Meeler, Anna Wilkins, (row two) Carter Aziz, Ryan Lunsford, Brantley New…
Danielsville Elementary School recently recognized its nine students who are now attending various colleges and universities around the state who earned the first-annual Mary Elrod “Colt Cash for College Memorial Scholarship.” “You all make Madison County and DES proud!” said teachers. Those…
Al Homer recently donated a truckload of school supplies to Madison County High School. “We are so appreciative and our students will benefit greatly,” said school leaders.
Several local students of Southern New Hampshire University were named to the Summer 2022 President's List.
Madison County High School’s Micah Trump has been selected for All-State Theatre. He is one of around 75 performers selected from the entire state. He will perform in the opening number in front of over 5,000 people at ThesCon in February.
Madison Carter was awarded the 2022 Thomas Jefferson Echols Education Scholarship, administered by Mount Hermon Presbyterian Church in Ila. Carter is a 2022 honor graduate of Madison County High School and was drum major her senior year. She is the daughter of Sabrina Carter of Minish Lake R…
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