Douglas County Superintendent Apologizes For Bus App's Failures

The "Here Comes the Bus" app isn't working for many parents, and Superintendent North said it is a widespread issue with the app.

Chapel Hill Alumni Return To School As Faculty

These 17 members of faculty go to show that for them, home is where the heart is.

Douglas County Students Explore Work Opportunities

The program is part of a statewide Work-Based Learning initiative is helping Douglas County students stay future-focused.

Art Project Inspires North Douglas Elementary Students

The bathroom stall art was created using chalk and paint over two weeks.

High School Football Scoreboard For Douglas County

Check back here for all the Douglas County scores for the upcoming high school football games.

Douglas County Hosts High School Football Media Day

The Douglas County football season kicks off in August.

Bus GPS Technology Rolls Into Douglas County

"Here Comes the Bus" is available for parents and students to download now. The free app has more than one million users.

Douglas County Schools See Increase In State Testing Scores

Students began taking Georgia Milestones assessments in 2014-15. The testing system is one comprehensive program across grades 3-12.

Partners In Education, Douglas County Are Ready For School Year

Partners in Education works with local businesses, faith communities, and various non-profit organizations.

Mason Creek Elementary Welcomes New Principal

Kristin Martin has worked for the Douglas County School System since 2006, most recently as assistant principal at South Douglas Elementary.

Douglas County School System Gets New Director

Kathleen French spent the last 10 years as principal of Mason Creek Elementary

Douglas County Schools Calendar 2019-20: First Day, Vacations

When's the first day of school in Douglas County? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents, and teachers.

Douglas County School District Receives Recognition

Less than a third of all Georgia school boards​ receive his distinction each year from the Georgia School Boards Association.

How Child Well-Being In Douglas County Compares

The Annie E. Casey Foundation has released its annual “Kids Count Data Book.” Here’s what they found for Douglas County.

Douglasville Student Earns Eagle Scout Rank

Chapel Hill High School​ student Luke Alexander Meador​ had to earn 32 merit badges before receiving the Eagle Scout rank.

Morris Resigns From Douglas County Board Of Education

Douglas County District 5 board member Jeff Morris has announced plans to resign from the Douglas County Board of Education.

Alexander High Grandparent Honored By State For Volunteerism

At least four days per week, Paul Goolsby volunteers on Alexander’s campus and he's being honored by the Georgia Department of Education.

$50,000 In Scholarships Will Help Douglasville Student Be A Doc

$50,000 in scholarships allows Emily to pursue her dream to be a doctor and help those who don’t have access to medical care.

Download 2019-2020 Douglas County School Calendar Here

The Douglas School system had put out a downloadable version of the 2019-2020 school calendar. Heads Up: Meningococcal Vaccine Required.

Enjoy Douglas County Graduations From The Comfort Of Home

The school system has announced that all five graduation ceremonies will be streamed live from the University of West Georgia.

New Manchester Teens Finalists In Game Design Competition

Two New Manchester High School students hope to change the future of game design in a nationwide game design competition.

Governor Kemp To Visit Chapel Hill High, Talk School Security

Gov. Brian Kemp will tour Douglas County’s Chapel Hill High to observe technology the school system has implemented to keep students safe.

Summer Learning Opportunities Abound In Douglas County

Many specialty academic camps will take place during June and July.

2 Students Earn High School Diploma And Associate Degree

New Manchester seniors Seniors Alexandra Gaytan and Cristian Gonzalez will graduate not once, but twice.

2 Douglas County Students Named 2019 Georgia Scholars

State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced 2 graduating seniors from Douglas County were recognized as 2019 Georgia Scholars.

3 Douglas Schools Earn National Certification For STEM Excellence

Certification program provides research-based support system for campuses and teachers seeking to strengthen STEM instruction and outcomes.

Douglas School Nutrition To Honor Heroes Serving Healthy Meals

School Lunch Hero Day is a chance for parents, students and school staff to thank those who provide healthy meals to students each day.

Douglas High Student Wins 1st At Congressional Art Competition

To date, Congressman David Scott has awarded over $600,000 in scholarships to student artists to assist in the success of their future.

Two Douglas County Seniors Named National Merit Finalists

Xufei "Jennifer" Liu and Joseph "Joey" Steele now have the opportunity to compete for 7,500 National Merit Scholarships, worth $32 million.

Douglas High JROTC Team To Compete In National Championship

The Douglas County High School JROTC Leadership Team will now compete at the National Leadership Bowl Championship in Washington, D.C.

Young Douglas County Scientists Win Big At State Science Fair

The Douglas County School System was well represented at the awards ceremony for the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair in Athens.

Students To Dazzle At Upcoming Fine Arts Extravaganza

Audiences will be delighted at a dazzling evening of talent at Douglas County High School’s Mashburn Theater.

Douglas County Executive To Share Secrets To LinkedIn Success

Seminars like the one can cost hundreds of dollars, but you can attend this one for $5 donation.

Douglas County Students Make Their Mark At Math

It was all about math at the recent Math Competition in Douglas County.

New Manchester High School Vocal, Dramatic Groups Honored

"Chicago" is up for three Shuler Awards​, while the school's cappella​ vocal group has been chosen one of the nine best in the nation.

Peachtree Corners, Paul Duke STEM High Partner On Drone Project

Paul Duke STEM High School has been awarded the 2019 Infinite Energy STEAM Education Grant.

Rumors Of Gun Threats At High School Were Unfounded: Police

The Douglasville Police say rumors of gun threats at New Manchester High School Friday were unfounded.

Lithia Springs High School Hosts Life Skills Boot Camp

Lithia Springs High School students are getting a head start on life after high school.

Douglas County Teen Turning Prom Dreams Into Reality

A Douglas County teen is teaming with a national nonprofit to turn prom dress dreams into reality.

Douglas County School System Announces Enhanced Campus Security

New security measures will provide a higher level of student, staff security at Douglas County Schools.