Georgia Teen Wins $2,500 for Overcoming Life's Storms
Kennedy Peacock earned a scholarship designed for students who've faced major obstacles and came out stronger. Five other Columbia County students also received awards to help fund their futures.
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89 Georgia Students Honored for Academic Excellence
South Georgia State College celebrated nearly 90 students across two campuses for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement. The recognition ceremony included both faculty-selected academic awards and student-voted honors.
39 Georgia Students Win $25K in Merit Scholarships
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College just awarded $25,000 in scholarships to 39 students pursuing careers from nursing to welding. Thanks to generous donors, these merit-based awards will cover tuition, books, and fees for students across 11 counties.
Georgia Students Create Down Syndrome Onesie, Win Expo
A middle schooler designed a onesie for infants with Down syndrome after watching her brother struggle with regular clothes. Her invention won top prize at Coweta County's Innovation Expo, where 60+ student teams pitched products to solve real problems.
Georgia Students Invent Eyeshadow Robot, Win State Ticket
Two third graders who love makeup built a Lego robot that applies eyeshadow, taking first place at a regional innovation competition. Their invention, along with creations like a stray pet tracking app and a chicken waste remover, will compete at Georgia Tech in March.
Georgia Students Invent Pet Tracker and Makeup Robot
Fifth graders created an app to save stray animals while third graders built a robotic eyeshadow applicator at Georgia's Innovation Day competition. Teams from across the region are now headed to state championships at Georgia Tech.
Holocaust Survivor George Rishfeld Teaches Hope at Georgia School
An 86-year-old Holocaust survivor hidden by rescuers as a toddler brought history to life for Georgia students. His message: education is our best defense against hatred.
Georgia Credit Union Awards $25K in College Scholarships
Delta Community Credit Union is giving five Georgia students $5,000 each to help pay for college. There's just one catch: applicants must complete a free financial literacy course first.