Georgia Deparment of Education

English Language Arts scores last year fell in all but two of the seven grade levels that were given Milestones exams, according to scores released by the Georgia Department of Education Friday.

The Georgia Department of Education said Friday that the administration of President Donald Trump will send the state tens of millions of dollars tied to federal law.

The law required all public schools and school systems to provide onsite teacher training, with model lessons for students and prompt instructional feedback. It also required all teachers in K-3rd grade to complete literacy training by the beginning of this month.

Educators who want to open a charter school will have an expedited process under new rules adopted by the State School Board Thursday.

The Jackson County School District is one of 17 around the state receiving money for new courses. The Georgia Department of Education will provide…