Berry College is partnering with the Georgia Department of Corrections to expand access to higher education for incarcerated individuals, with a focus on rehabilitation, personal growth, and successful reentry.
A local nonprofit organization is inviting students and families to learn more about a unique educational opportunity planned for 2027.
Dreamers Outreach, Inc. announced plans for an educational and inspirational trip to the Obama Presidential Library in June 2027. The organization says the trip is designed to expose young people to leadership, history, education, and service while encouraging them to pursue their goals and dreams.
According to the organization, 10 students in grades 8 through 12 will be selected to participate in the experience.
An informational meeting for interested students and parents is scheduled for August 8 at 2 p.m. at Kuzzins, located at 105 Hemlock Street in Summerville. Organizers will discuss trip details, expectations, and future planning efforts.
Dreamers Outreach is also seeking community support for the project. The organization is encouraging parents and volunteers interested in serving as chaperones, sponsors who would like to support a student, and community members willing to assist through donations and fundraising efforts to get involved.
Organization leaders say community support will be essential in making the educational trip a reality and creating a meaningful experience for participating students.
The Berry College community came together in a big way for its first-ever Day of Giving on April 8, rallying around the theme “We All Row!”
Chattooga County Schools will begin kindergarten registration for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year starting today, April 15.
In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, The Auto Club Group Foundation says it has already awarded $50,000 in financial literacy grants in 2026, continuing its investment in programs that help individuals and families build stronger money-management skills.
Graduation Rates Strong In Trion, Steady Improvement Seen In Chattooga County As Ceremonies Approach
Graduation season is just around the corner for students in Chattooga County and Trion City Schools, and recent data shows strong performance in Trion along with steady long-term improvement in the county system.
Georgia Highlands College recently hosted its annual President’s Scholars Day, an event designed to inspire high-achieving high school seniors and strengthen community engagement.
Trion Middle School is calling on the community to help inspire the next generation.
School leaders are currently seeking volunteers to participate in Career Day on May 8th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Participants will have the opportunity to share insights about their careers and help students explore the many paths their futures can take.
Organizers say this is a great way to make a positive impact on local students by giving them real-world perspectives and encouragement.
Anyone interested in volunteering—or who knows someone who may be a good fit—is encouraged to reach out to Christy Brown at 706-734-7433 ext. 1203 or by email at christy.brown@trionschools.org.
Community involvement plays a key role in helping students succeed, and organizers say they would love to see strong local participation.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Office of Adult Education held its Fall 2025 Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 18, honoring students who earned their High School Equivalency (HSE) diplomas.