Cobb County School District

We had the privilege of celebrating Cobb’s Teachers of the Year at the Cobb Chamber’s annual pep rally—a high-energy event filled with cheers, heartfelt signs, and applause! These educators are the everyday heroes shaping our students’ futures, and we’re proud to honor them for their dedication and impact. Join us in recognizing these outstanding teachers and relive the highlights from this special celebration ⬇️

Our students are loving Prisms VR, a virtual reality tool that makes learning math and science fun and engaging. Prisms transport them into real-world adventures, helping them understand complex concepts through movement and visuals. Watch Prisms in action: https://lnkd.in/ekuUmgB2

Karen Wright's inspiring journey, from a child who had difficulty reading and doing math to becoming Cobb's Teacher of the Year, is a powerful testament to the lasting impact teachers can have. Her fourth-grade teacher gave her the tools and confidence to find her voice and discover her passion for teaching. Today, Ms. Wright pays it forward by striving to be the teacher she needed as a student—nurturing, dedicated, and committed to helping every child succeed. Her students rushed to congratulate their beloved teacher at the handprint unveiling, a symbol of the indelible mark she's left on their lives. As one student shared, "This is my fourth-grade teacher, and I was here for this." Ms. Wright's extraordinary story reminds us that with perseverance and the right support, anything is possible. To the struggling student or parent of one, she declares: "Keep working. Never give up. You can do it!" Read the full, uplifting story here: https://lnkd.in/e5xF8FN8

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Cobb's graduation rates are rising once again! Cobb students continue to graduate at higher rates than the Georgia average. The district's overall graduation rate rose to 87.9% compared to the state's 85.4%. Thirteen Cobb schools had graduation rates above 88% and ten above 90%. Lassiter, Harrison, Walton, and Pope led with rates above 97%. The biggest increase was seen at Cobb Horizon High School, which jumped 7.8 percentage points! Five other schools also saw increases above 2 percentage points. For students enrolled in Cobb schools for at least 2 years, the graduation rate jumps to 93.8%. For 4-year students, it's 99.1% - with 13 schools above 99% and 2 at 100% graduation! Our students are reaching new heights! Click below to read more about the district's incredible graduation success: https://lnkd.in/eHkF-kfA

Based on the recently released GA Milestones results, Cobb students continue to excel in math compared to their metro Atlanta peers, making significant gains across grade levels. Some key takeaways: - 8th graders saw a massive 5.6 percentage point jump in proficiency from the prior year. - Algebra students and grades 4 and 5 posted scores more than two percentage points higher than 2023. - The percentage of students scoring "proficient" and "distinguished" increased across every grade compared to the past two years. There's more to unpack in the results. Read the full post to learn how our students are leading the way in math achievement: https://lnkd.in/eUmum_9R

The SAT scores are out, and our students have topped the metro, state and nation again. Cobb's class of 2024 scored an average of 1105 out of 1600, beating the state average by 66 points and the national average by 81 points! Six Cobb schools even averaged 1100+ SAT scores. This continues Cobb's tradition of leading Atlanta metro school districts on the SAT, outpacing Fulton by 42 points, Marietta City by 42 points, Gwinnett by 89 points, and DeKalb by 111 points. Check out the full story: https://lnkd.in/dPDf-DhY

They’re the heartbeat of our schools. Their work allows teachers to focus on what they do best—teach. Meet the 2024 Classified Employees of the Year and discover what makes them exceptional. The top honorees from our elementary, middle, high schools, and central office stood out for their professionalism and dedication to student success. Board Chair Randy Scamihorn applauded the winners, stating, ‘From the moment students step on the bus to the end of the day, those who support those who teach make learning possible for over 100,000 students every day.’ Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/e6qHpSRd

"This is going to give them opportunities to be employed directly out of high school if they wish, but more importantly, it will open so many doors to their futures... We are so grateful for Wellstar Health System's dedication to Cobb students." - Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, Kelly Metcalfe

The first group of students at CITA just started their onsite rotations at Wellstar Health System facilities this week! They'll get to try out various medical roles like emergency response, surgical tech, and more. It's a major opportunity for these teens to get real-world training and open doors for healthcare careers after graduation. Wellstar sees it as much more than a temporary gig - they want to welcome the students as part of the team and support them on a journey to full-time employment. The students were all smiles at a welcome reception where they got their Wellstar badges and first sanitation certification. Read more for all the details on this partnership! https://lnkd.in/e8DckA5A