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As school boards across the country usher in a wave of bans on books –– many of which are authored by Black people telling Black stories –– students are forming coalitions to fight back. — Black Students Are Forming #BookClubs As Schools Ban Black Stories

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#SouthAtlantaCluster families! We want to hear from you! Join us on Monday, March 28 at Long Middle School from 6 p.m. -7:30 p.m. to share your voice + discover what's next! The meeting will be held in person and online via APS Facebook live! — #SouthAtlantaCluster families! We want to hear from you! Join us on Monday, March 28 at Long Middle School from 6 p.m.!

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Written by Amy Wenk | A nonprofit that supports underserved kids and families last fall launched a teen leadership program, raising thousands for its programs. Agape Youth and Family Center , based on the Westside of Atlanta, held its inaugural “Agape Teen Leaders” program from September to December. The program selected 27 students in the ninth to 12th grades and charged them with raising $1,500 each. — Agape teen program raises thousands to help underserved families

Why Poetry Is Experiencing an Awakening At the Smithsonian

Serena Williams made a million-dollar investment over the weekend, donating the prize money to one lucky HBCU student pitch competition winner. The tennis G.O.A.T. partnered with Michael B. Jordan to donate $1 million during the inaugural Legacy QQQ HBCU basketball tournament in Newark, New Jersey. The tournament also included a startup pitch competition where student entrepreneurs competed for the grand prize. TracFlo –– a financial app designed to help construction workers manage project risk with contractors –– won the competition. — Serena Williams Donates $1M To HBCU Student Pitch Competition Winner!

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W2R Featured At Wolf Creek Amphitheater 2018

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“Who’s a Beast at Blogging?” – Creative Blogging Competition

LeBron James: Is it time to go?

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The Mastery of Resilience: Overcoming Adversity by Carmen Yardi

Join Legendary music producer, Turbo & @cosfga the Turbo Day: Back-to-School Car

Join Legendary music producer, Turbo & @cosfga the Turbo Day: Back-to-School Car

Back To School Giveaway at with Former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver @hdouglas8

Back To School Giveaway at with Former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver

@blackgirlsfilmcamp THIS Friday, June 21st at 1 PM ET!

@blackgirlsfilmcamp THIS Friday, June 21st at 1 PM ET!

Exciting News! The National League of Cities is accepting entries for its Youth

Exciting News! The National League of Cities is accepting entries for its

Calling All Youth Writers! It's time to unleash your creativity and enhance your

Calling All Youth Writers! Registration is now open for the 2024 Summer

Are you interested in Coding? Do you want hands on learning experience in software design?

Are you interested in Coding? Do you want hands on learning experience

@cityoffairburnga Join us for our Duncan Park Pool & Splash Pad Opening Day on May 25th, 1pm-6pm!

@cityoffairburnga Join us for our Duncan Park Pool & Splash Pad Opening

@bigtiggershow The Big Tigger Foundation in collaboration with the Atlanta BeltLine, AETNA, and 1800-TruckWreck PRESENTS : Big Tigger's BeltLine BikeFest 2024!![?]

@bigtiggershow The Big Tigger Foundation in collaboration with the Atlanta BeltLine, AETNA,

@fulcod4 Applications are now open for the 2024 Public Works Summer Internship Program!

@fulcod4 Applications are now open for the 2024 Public Works Summer Internship

Calling all K-12 student artists! Join us for our first student-centered art show in Union City, hosted with South Fulton Arts!

Calling all K-12 student artists! Join us for our first student-centered art

May 4th, 2024 is The 2nd Annual Youth Entrepreneurship, Career & Talent Expo!

May 4th, 2024 is The 2nd Annual Youth Entrepreneurship, Career & Talent