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“Combating Hopelessness in the Age of Teacher Burnout”- Georgia Council of Teachers of English Conference (GCTE)
According to the literature, teachers are resigning not necessarily due to deficient salaries but as a result of burnout. Teacher burnout may include fatigue, self-doubt, isolating, and a loss of that genuine joy of teaching. Dr. Brenda Logan, retired Armstrong/Georgia Southern Emeritus Professor, College of Education, held a session on February 2, 2024 at the Georgia Council of Teachers of … Continue reading ““Combating Hopelessness in the Age of Teacher Burnout”- Georgia Council of Teachers of English Conference (GCTE)”
SPD Unveils Innovative Community Engagement App
The Savannah Police Department is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking community engagement app developed in collaboration with Lighthouse for Public Safety. This new app is designed to strengthen the connection between SPD and the Savannah community by offering a range of interactive and informative features. The Community Engagement app serves as a comprehensive platform where residents can … Continue reading “SPD Unveils Innovative Community Engagement App”
Residents Encouraged to Participate in Public Meeting, Online Survey for Springfield Terrace School Future
The City of Savannah will host an informational public meeting on Thursday, March 14 to discuss the rehabilitation of the historic Springfield Terrace School and gather feedback on its possible future uses. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Floyd Adams, Jr. Administrative Building (20 Interchange Dr.). The City is also gathering feedback through an online survey … Continue reading “Residents Encouraged to Participate in Public Meeting, Online Survey for Springfield Terrace School Future”
Savannah State University Announces New Police Chief
Savannah State University has selected Clarella “Meshia” Thomas as the new campus Chief of Police effective immediately. Thomas brings to SSU a wealth of public safety knowledge and experience that spans 23 years. In appointing Thomas, SSU aims to strengthen its commitment to campus safety and public service to all members of the campus community, including more than 1,900 residential … Continue reading “Savannah State University Announces New Police Chief”
Goodwill Southeast Ga. Launches Mobile Digital Literacy Program with Support from Comcast
Goodwill Southeast Georgia and Comcast today announced the launch of “Goodwill Mission on the Go,” a new mobile digital literacy program. This initiative, made possible through funding from the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation, aims to break down barriers to digital access and education in underserved communities across our service areas. “At Goodwill, we know education and skills training can transform lives … Continue reading “Goodwill Southeast Ga. Launches Mobile Digital Literacy Program with Support from Comcast”
The Greater Gaines Chapel AME Church To Celebrate 137th Church Anniversary
Rev. Tammie L. Mc- Fadden, ministerial staff, officers, and members of The Greater Gaines Chapel AME Church will celebrate their 137th church anniversary on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 3:00 PM at 1006 May Street. The theme for the occasion is “Unshakable Foundation, Enduring Legacy.”. Rev. Solomon Roberts of the Greater Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Sylvania, Ga., will be … Continue reading “The Greater Gaines Chapel AME Church To Celebrate 137th Church Anniversary”
Registration Now Open For Free Girls Code Savannah Spring Sessions
Girls Code Savannah is back! The Creative Coast’s youth program will return this spring with four, free in-person Saturday Sessions starting March 23rd, 2024. The program, which is a STEM-based educational platform focused on teaching 5th to 8th-grade girls in Savannah Chatham County Public Schools how to code, will take place in partnership with Live Oak Public Libraries at a … Continue reading “Registration Now Open For Free Girls Code Savannah Spring Sessions”
Community-Wide Balloon Release Resurrection Weekend
ALL ARE WELCOME! The Balloon Release will be held In The Canaan Community United Methodist Church Parking Lot, 2401 Elgin Street (Between Gobel & Pennsylvania Avenue). You Are Welcome to come and Join Us and Release Balloons In Memory of your Loved Ones, Family and Friends that have passed away. Feel Free to Represent With Your T-Shirts & Wear Your … Continue reading “Community-Wide Balloon Release Resurrection Weekend”
National Early Language and Literacy Expert Trains Savannah Teachers How to Mentor
Active classroom engagement is at the heart of children’s learning. Teachers need to be equipped with suitable tools to support student acquisition of skills that build healthy peer relationships and regulate emotions while also ensuring that classroom diversity translates into successful social inclusion and student learning. These were the findings of a Marcus Foundation funded 2022 study of teachers’ experiences … Continue reading “National Early Language and Literacy Expert Trains Savannah Teachers How to Mentor”
CAT to Implement Changes
Effective Monday, March 11, 2024, Chatham Area Transit will implement service changes for some fixed-routes. These changes will not impact all routes. Impacted route and time adjustments: 3 West Chatham: New route pattern for Sundays that will combine Route 3 and Route 3B. Monday- Saturday will stay as is. 3B Augusta Ave: New alignments to provide service to Groves High … Continue reading “CAT to Implement Changes”