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  1. Norton Elementary Student Talent Show at South Gwinnett High TonightFri, 23 Jan 2009 17:29:33 GMT
    Snellville fifth grade students of Norton Elementary will host their talent show at South Gwinnett High School tonight,January 24,2009. They are hopeful that everyone in Snellville,Ga., will come out and support their talent show,this evening between 7:00-9;00 p.m.. In a matter of years, South Gwinnett High will be these fifth graders future high school. Let's give them our community support tonight, in getting a head start in becoming familiar in these future surroundings for them. Give these talented seeds your nuture to bloom.Cost $5.00 per attendee.
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  2. VETERANS DAY CONCERT AT NORTON ELEMENTARYFri, 07 Nov 2008 16:54:21 GMT
    Veterans of the American Military Forces were honored Thursday night by song at Norton Elementary School in Snellville,Ga.The fourth and fifth grade chorus sang their hearts out in a tribute to a local slain U.S. soldier,Corporal Jonathan Ryan Ayers ( May 4,1984-July,13,2008 ),from Snellville,Ga..
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  3. Gwinnetts top teacher to be announced ThursdayThu, 06 Nov 2008 20:49:49 GMT
    Six veteran educators are competing for the honor of being named Gwinnett County Public Schools Teacher of the Year.The title comes with perks - bragging rights, an annual $1,000 contact bonus and a convertible
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  4. Gwinnett students in alternative schools thrive, study saysThu, 06 Nov 2008 11:08:49 GMT
    Gwinnett County students assigned to alternative programs as punishment for disciplinary incidents achieve higher grades and pass more classes on average t
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  5. Kids Less Likely To Graduate Than ParentsThu, 23 Oct 2008 14:01:45 GMT
    WASHINGTON -- Your child is less likely to graduate from high school than you were, and most states are doing little to hold schools accountable, according to a study by a children's advocacy group. More than half the states have graduation goals that don't make schools get better, the Education...
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  6. Great Halloween Festival at Norton Elementary Sat, 18 Oct 2008 02:09:39 GMT
    The Halloween Festival at R . L . Norton Elementary School was a successful event.Every grade was well represented during Friday's function.Families came out to enjoy family time together.As a whole,other than Christmas....Halloween is the only other holiday that has the ability to bring out th
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  7. "Gwinnett Great Day of Service" Congradulates Norton Elementary CometsFri, 03 Oct 2008 23:44:34 GMT
    In the spirit of giving,Norton Elementary School in Snellville,Ga.congradulates its students and faculty for collecting over 1, 230 food items for the Gwinnett Co-op food pantry this week, in conjunction with "Gwinnett Great Day of Service".Parent Resource Center Coordinator,Jennifer Dionne proud..
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  8. R.L.Norton Elementary School Holds its Annual Field DayMon, 15 Sep 2008 16:56:49 GMT
    September 15,2008 marked a day of fun and competition at R.L. Norton Elementary school in Snellville,Georgia. inside Gwinnett County.It was Sports Day! They are usually held in the warmer seasons, either at the beginning or towards the end of the
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  9. Steps You Can Take To Improve Your Children's EducationTue, 12 Aug 2008 02:18:31 GMT
    Studies show that successful students have parents who create and maintain family routines. Make sure your child goes to school every day. Establish a regular time for homework each afternoon or evening, set aside a quiet, well lit place, and encourage children to study.
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Education News
  1. K-12 Common Core State Standards Released3/10/2010
    K-12 Common Core State Standards Released
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  2. Op-Ed by Superintendent Kathy Cox: Invest Now for Our Future Success3/8/2010
    Op-Ed by Superintendent Kathy Cox: Invest Now for Our Future Success
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  3. Statement from Superintendent Kathy Cox Regarding Georgia's Selection as a Finalist for Race to the Top Funds3/4/2010
    Statement from Superintendent Kathy Cox Regarding Georgia's Selection as a Finalist for Race to the Top Funds
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  4. Superintendent Kathy Cox Featured in District Administration Magazine3/3/2010
    Superintendent Kathy Cox Featured in District Administration Magazine
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  5. Georgia a Leader in College- and Career-readiness3/1/2010
    Georgia a Leader in College- and Career-readiness
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