Friday Last Day of Class for Cobb Students Until December

The Thanksgiving break has Cobb students out of classes for all of next week.

'Community Conversations' Slated for Future of Cobb Schools

Four public meetings will take place across the county between Nov. 18 and Dec. 5.

Southern Poly Students Rally to 'Save SPSU' [Video]

Students as well as faculty members gathered on campus Monday night to voice their opposition to a proposal to merge their school with Kennesaw State University.

Georgia Descends onto Clark Creek For Bus Tour

Clark Creek Elementary STEM Academy in Acworth was the only stop for Cherokee during the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education's 21st annual Bus Tour.

Community Invited to North Cobb Homecoming Party

Thursday celebration includes parade and trunk-and-treating.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

North Cobb Student Wins Scholarship, Tablet

Aio partners with community organizations to honor local students.

Cobb Replacement School Options Outlined

Six possibilities have been laid out, but only two new facilities will be built.

Cobb Students Invited to College Credit Summit

Students can learn how to earn college credit while enrolled in Cobb high schools.

'Rock' Star Visits Palmer Middle School

Students collected, learned about rocks and minerals.

North Cobb High Joins School Broadcast Program

School will stream sports and activities on newly launched NFHS Network.

Farmers for a Week

Eagle Pointe Preschool students learn about farm life.

Learning to Grow a Lush Fall Garden

Ford Elementary students get hands-on instruction from waterSmart.

Banks Proposes New Education Sales Tax

An additional penny on the dollar would partially roll back the property tax rate.

Cobb Schools Furlough Days Approaching

School will be out from this Thursday through next Tuesday.

Easy After-School Snack Ideas

Convincing kids to skip classic calorie-laden snacks is simple if you’ve got delicious, homemade alternatives on hand.

Fall-Friendly School Lunch Recipes

Forget soggy tuna fish, these easy-to-make lunchbox meals use only the season’s freshest ingredients.

Cobb School Board Adopts Balanced Calendars

Early August start dates will continue for the 2014-15 and 2015-16 academic years.

Cobb SAT Scores Drop from 2012

Cobb and Marietta students still scored better than statewide and national averages.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

School News on Acworth Patch

Spread the word about your school on Acworth Patch.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

30 Reasons Moms Are Late

I would've been on time, but...

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

UPDATE: Alleged Robbery Forces Clark Creek, Oak Grove into 'Code Yellow'

Students at both Cherokee County schools are "safely situated in their classrooms," and normal operations are in progress.

Cobb Career Academy Concept Evolving

Instead of one new facility, courses might be offered at existing high schools in Northeast, West and South Cobb.

Cobb Schools Revising Staff Discipline Policy

The case involving former Kell High School principal Trudie Donovan prompted criticism about how misconduct investigations take place.

Banks Pushes for Class Size Cuts

He wants to spend $4 million to hire teachers, but Cobb superintendent Michael Hinojosa said enrollment is down.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Student Advisors Wanted for State Council

Georgia Education Department urges students to apply to be advisors.

5 Great Back to School Deals: Where to Find the Best Prices

According to Consumer Reports' "ShopSmart" issue, Walmart and Target have the best prices on school supplies among major retailers.

Backpack Basics: A Weighty Issue

Backpacks don't have to just look good, they have to feel good too. Keep your child comfortable this school year by finding a quality backpack during back-to-school shopping.

Cobb County Schools 2013-2014 Academic Calendar

Acworth Patch has the key dates to remember for the upcoming school year and more.

Ready for Georgia Sales Tax Holiday 2013?

Georgia shoppers will not have to pay state and local sales and use taxes on back-to-school items during the two-day tax holiday.

5 Things to Get Ready to Go Back to School in Acworth

The 2013-14 school year in Acworth is almost here. Are you ready?

Free Back to School Family Movie Night Set for Aug. 2

Congregation Ner Tamid Religious School Starts Aug. 18, Announces Move to Kennesaw

Classes are available for pre-k through 12th grade.

Cobb Approves Partial Math Book Funding

A bid to restore the full $7.5 million in spending rejected this spring also was turned down.

Cobb School Board Names Area Asst. Superintendent to Oversee Allatoona High

The Cobb school board also approved funding to begin design work for construction projects at Walton and Wheeler high schools.

Cobb Considers Changes at Alternative School

District leaders have scheduled two public hearings to get feedback from area residents.