“Our name defines who we are,” says Amy Davis, director of Fine Arts K-12 at Community Christian School (CCS). That is evident in CCS’s mission statement: “Community Christian School’s mission is to introduce students to Christ, to develop Christian character through academically challenging programs, and to build the next generation of dynamic leaders who will...
Category: Education
Expanding Programs, Growing Career Opportunities
Southern Crescent Technical College’s Henry County campus in McDonough is seeing widespread growth in a variety of fields, Students who wish to further their education at SCTC have dozens of categories to choose from. One area that is seeing increased interest is mechatronics and industrial systems technology. Students in that department learn math, inspection, safety,...
Embracing the World
Now in its third year, Creekside’s International Student Program is thriving under the dedicated leadership of Rebecca Clark, the International Student Program Director. With over 20 years of experience working with international students, Clark brings both expertise and passion to the program, ensuring its continued success. From its inception, the International Student Program at Creekside...
Hearing the Call to Coach
Strong Rock Christian School recently brought aboard an experienced coach, doting father, and husband, who has an incredibly inspiring story. Todd Raleigh, who previously coached at several institutions, including the University of Tennessee, has joined Strong Rock as its new Assistant Baseball Coach. Throughout his entire life, Raleigh has been completely surrounded by the sport...
Meet the ‘Homegrown’ Future of Henry County’s Culinary Scene
It’s 9:30 a.m. on a Monday, and Henry County Schools’ dual enrollment culinary arts students are preparing for classroom instruction at the Academy for Advanced Studies (AAS). However, it is not a typical day. Chef Tricia Vera introduces two guests interested in learning about the program and instructs students to change into cooking gear and...
Rewarding Positivity
Athletes are often faced with intense competitions, losing games and stressful situations, and one organization wants to recognize students who can shine outside of that. “About 98 percent of kids who play high school sports won’t go on to play in college, but they all will go on to be productive members of society,” says...
Adventures in Authorship
Dr. Andrea Carter may have settled into her retirement home in Henry County, but she is far from being retired. In recent years, the career educator has embarked on a new venture that allows her to “stay in the conversation,” as she puts it, on a topic that is near and dear to her heart—student...
An Optimal Optical Mission
Summer break provides plentiful time for students to rest before the upcoming school year. While this is a common occurrence for children in our country, many children and families around the globe aren’t able to relax in the same ways we are. Through the work of missionaries who take trips around the world, help is...
Learning Leadership Skills in Youth
Gavin Bradley is taking advantage of numerous local leadership opportunities while still in high school. The Community Christian School junior excels in the classroom and participates in the school’s sports program, in addition to being active at his church. A year ago, he added another activity to his resume with his selection to the Stockbridge...
The Future Looks Bright
Former Henry County Schools student Bryce Mullins graduated from Locust Grove High School in May. Mullins shared that it was a day he did not believe he would ever get to experience due to multiple roadblocks along his educational journey. Mullins was a freshman attending Locust Grove High School when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and...