Oconee Teachers of the Year Announced

Individual school winners have been selected. The system-wide winner will be named at a reception later this month.

Two Watkinsville Students Selected as Yarbrough-Grady Interns

Undergrads will be working with Grady leadership and a leading public relations and marketing agency, Jackson Spalding.

State School Superintendent Barge Accepting Applications for Georgia Student Advisory Council

Georgia students in grades 9 through 12 are eligible to apply.

Know What the Georgia Laws Say About Sharing the Road With School Buses

During a normal 180-day school year, nearly 16 million motorists ignore school buses flashing red lights and stop arms.

Oconee Schools Hiring for Technology Support Technician

The position is available at Rocky Branch Elementary School.

Share Your Back to School Photos

Oconee County schools are back in session today. Share your photos of the first day of school for a chance to win a Patch prize pack.

When is Georgia's Sales Tax Holiday Weekend?

Certain items will be exempt from sales tax during the two-day event, Aug. 10-11, 2012.

Over 500 School Supply Items Collected During Drive

Ellis Pain Center also donated $1,000 to each elementary school in Oconee County.

Oconee School Board Sets Millage Rate

Recommended levies of 17.5 mils for maintenance and operations and 1 mil for bonds approved Monday were confirmed by the Oconee County Board of Commissioners Tuesday.

Tom Odom wins Oconee School Board Chairman's Race

Odom defeats Mike Hunter, who left his School Board seat to run for chairman.

Georgia Gwinnett College Hiring for Multiple Positions

The college campus is located off of Ga. Highway 316 in Lawrenceville.

Ways to Save Money on Back to School Purchases

Public school in Oconee County, Ga starts on Aug. 8, 2012. Are you ready?

Bus Drivers Wanted for Oconee County Schools

Submit applications to the Human Resources department.

Got A Photogenic Pet That's Been a UGA Vet School Patient?

The UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Athens, Ga., wants to hear from you.

Athens Academy Headmaster To Retire at End of 2012-13 School Year

Bob Chambers has served the school for three decades.

Athens Tech Seeks Administrative Assistant

Applications are currently being accepted for full-time work in the Office of Economic Development Services.

Oconee County Schools Name Hammond Federal Programs Director

Shannon Hammond to assume new role effective July 10.

Compare Oconee's 2012 and 2011 CRCT Results

Review grade-level averages for Oconee County Schools, released Thursday by the Georgia Department of Education, and compare them to last year's results.

Oconee Schools Looking to Fill Head Coach Position

Applications are being accepted for the boys' basketball head coach position at North Oconee High School.

New Principal of Oconee County Middle School Named

The Oconee County Board of Education on Monday appointed Dr. Suzanne Miller to the position.

Final Oconee County Schools Budget Sails Through

The Oconee County Board of Education unanimously approved a budget Monday for fiscal year 2013 that includes a millage rate increase and furlough days.

High Pass Rates on 2012 CRCT for Students of Oconee County Schools

The Georgia Department of Education released results of the 2012 Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests this week.

School Board Chairman Candidates Field Questions at Political Forum

Current Board of Education Vice Chair Mike Hunter and retired principal Tom Odom discuss how they each propose to enhance education in the leadership role.

Applications Being Accepted for School Counselor at NOHS

Oconee County Schools is looking to fill the position for next school year.

Oconee School Board Approves Lunch Price Increase, School Nutrition Program Bids

The 10-cent increase across the board goes into effect next school year.

Meals Packaged During District Interact Conference Fed Hundreds of Children in Zambia

A Stop Hunger Now program manager recently thanked Athens Academy for the school's participation.

Athens Academy Cum Laude Society Inducts New Members

The Cum Laude Society recognizes superior academic achievement and sound character.

Newsweek Names North Oconee and Oconee County High Top Public Schools

Both schools are included in the 2012 list of America's Best High Schools.

Orientation for College-Age Volunteers

Baby Basics

Weight Loss Surgery Symposium

Sibling Class--Baby and Me

Valentine's Dinner for Two

Cooking with Herbs and Spices

Clueless: Mystery Book Discussion Group

Mosaic Mandala Workshop

Colors in the Garden: Winter

Campus Visit for Prospective Families

Mens Interdenominational Bible Study

Searching after Sunset: Genealogy Lock-in