Atlanta Teachers

[Atlanta Teachers @atlantateachers]

Three Gwinnett County schools are on soft lockdown as law enforcement agencies search for a murder suspect nearby on 9/24/26
The lockdown applies to #MountainViewHigh School, #TwinRivers Middle School and #FreemansMill ES #gwinnett #safetyalert

[U.S. Marshals Service @USMarshalsHQ]

Kean Wiggins is wanted for homicide. Last seen in Albany, NY. To submit a tip about a fugitive, go to https://t.co/1cpkqrLAdl.

#USMarshals #USMarshalsWanted

[Georgia House of Representatives @GaHouseHub]

Rep. Arlene Beckles Participates in ‘Stop School Shootings’ Film Premiere in Duluth. Read more here: https://t.co/fQ5wukIIvi #GAPol #GAHouse

[Atlanta Journal-Constitution @ajc]

The Oglethorpe County School District paid nearly $300,000 to settle a lawsuit with a former Georgia teacher of the year finalist stemming from a social media post about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

High school English teacher Michelle Mickens was one of several educators across the country who were removed from the classroom for a post related to Kirk’s 2025 death. In a lawsuit filed in October, she accused the small school system outside Athens of violating her right to free speech.

After posting a quote from Kirk on her private social media account, school system leaders pressured Mickens to resign, according to the original complaint.

The district agreed to pay Mickens $270,420 for “alleged emotional distress” and $17,080 to her attorney to cover legal fees, according to a copy of the settlement agreement obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution through an open records request.

Mickens agreed to resign from her position and not to seek employment with the district again. The district also agreed to provide Mickens with a positive employment reference.

“We are pleased to reach a mutually amicable settlement of this matter,” said Sam Boyd, a senior supervising attorney at the Southern Poverty Law Center and a member of Mickens’ legal team. “As courts across the country have recognized in other cases involving firings over comments about Charlie Kirk, and many other topics, ‘public school employees, including teachers, have a constitutionally protected right to free speech.’”

The school system denies all of Mickens’ allegations, the settlement stated.

Read more: https://t.co/B1wx8SMeis

[Atlanta News First @ATLNewsFirst]

Georgia teacher suspended over Charlie Kirk comments settles lawsuit against school system https://t.co/NNdE8ihyCH

[David Wickert @dwickert]

A law restricting cell phone use in schools is among the more than 350 bills that passed in this year’s legislative session that will impact Georgians.
https://t.co/DFEFb8ZtCS

[Kareem J. Weaver @KJWinEducation]

Too important to have it cut with fluff. Dr Wright, in Savannah, said what she said abt reading. Take it or leave it alone; it's on you.

I know this doesnt sit well with many... maybe that's part of the problem. We're sitting too well with illiteracy.

[Emily Hanford @ehanford]

Sold a Story has a new episode - #14.

And we're working on Season 2.

https://t.co/bP4riX6cgT

[Atlanta Teachers @atlantateachers]

@apsupdate Have an amazing year! Best of luck!

[Royce Mann @royceforatlanta]

My grandmother helped to create the U.S. Department of Education. Now Trump is trying to destroy it!

Now more than ever, our public schools need a strong first line of defense! I’m ready to fight for Atlanta’s students, but I can’t do it alone! Join us at https://t.co/cccxGfefb5

[Atlanta Teachers @atlantateachers]

Due to the continued hazardous road & sidewalk conditions across a large portion of the county, & expected freezing temperatures again overnight, Thursday, January 23, 2025, will be a Digital Learning Day for students & a remote workday for staff @GwinnettSchools #gcps #gwinnett

[Georgia Education News @AJC_Education]

Georgia schools, colleges brace for immigration changes under Trump https://t.co/GikZIFFVbC

[Henry County Schools @HenryCountyBOE]

Based on the latest information from Henry County EMA regarding persistent hazardous road conditions, Henry County Schools will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 23. With the exception of essential operational employees who will be contacted by their supervisor, no employees should report to work, and all school-related activities are canceled on Thursday. A decision on Friday operations will be communicated by Thursday afternoon.
#WinningforKids #HenryProud #YouBelongInHenry

[NEA @NEAToday]

As educators, we are united in supporting every student—no matter the language they speak or their place of birth—and ensuring they have access to safe, welcoming public schools.

Here is guidance from NEA's Office of General Counsel that may be helpful.
https://t.co/qjqb5gz8LY

[Georgia House of Representatives @GaHouseHub]

🚨 Stay Informed All Session Long! 🚨

During the 2025 legislative session, watch livestreams and archived videos of House Floor sessions, committees and subcommittees.

📍 Stay connected and visit https://t.co/vuvB0bqNsS for updates, live streams and archives. #gapol #gahouse

[Georgia House of Representatives @GaHouseHub]

Rep. Imani Barnes Introduces Healthy Start Act. Read more here: https://t.co/nCcIpzMRfC #gapol #gahouse

[Georgia House of Representatives @GaHouseHub]

Rep. Matt Dubnik Reappointed Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Education. Read more here: https://t.co/5Od4fkRZVg #gapol #gahouse

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Teachers, your students may not remember everything about your class, but they will remember that you cared, showed grace, made them feel valued, and encouraged them to give their best. They will remember that and you forever. ❤️

[Josh Cowen @joshcowenMI]

Real parent voices matter. But the billionaires’ voucher lobby has been using their own parent surveys to cover for subpar voucher results since way back when Ken Starr was their lawyer and did it on the steps of SCOTUS—a story I recount in The Privateers.

[ATL Public Schools @apsupdate]

Dear Atlanta Public Schools Families and Staff,

Out of an abundance of caution due to inclement weather, schools and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

- All school, extracurricular, and athletic activities are canceled.
- Schools will communicate continued learning plans.
- Annual Duty employees are to work remotely.
- If you are in need, please visit https://t.co/y0SYQrXzZ7 to access resources and support in the Metro Atlanta area. Financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost resources are available.

Atlanta Public Schools is committed to the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families. Thank you for your continued support and be safe!

[Atlanta Teachers @atlantateachers]

[GCPS] Wednesday, January 22, 2025, will be a Digital Learning Day for students and a remote workday for staff. @GwinnettSchools #gcps #WeatherUpdate #schoolclosings