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6A ®[)£ Imalti <©a?£tt£ Tuesday, October 26,2021 LCHS graduation rate tops state average for 10th year Lamar County High achieved another record setting number of graduates in the class of 2021, with an 86.26% gradu ation rate. This exceeds the state average for the tenth consecutive year, said Dr. Jute Wilson, superinten dent. “We want to recognize the efforts of LCHS prin cipal Dr. David Boland and his staff for this accomplishment. While our goal will always be to graduate every child in four years, we are pleased with this result in light of the many chal lenges school systems have faced due to the CO- V1D-19 pandemic these last few years,” Wilson added. He also noted that the rate “is far from a high school indicator - the core founda tions, support and nurture from our staff at the primary, elementary and middle school level, instilled in these graduates, has paved the path to suc cess.” Wilson also noted that the system takes pride in the success indicated in the sub group breakdown: from the class of 2021, stu dents with special needs obtained a record-setting 92.59% graduation rate. “These results don’t happen by themselves,” Wilson said. “They are the result of countless individuals within the school system, friends, and family, who under stand the importance of education. As we like to say, it’s good to be us!” WILSON BIBSAA to meet Thursday The Barnesville High & Industrial Booker Schools Alumni Associa tion will meet Thursday, October 28, 5 p.m. at the E.P. Roberts Center. Persons who attended Barnesville High & In dustrial, Booker Schools, their descendants and persons who support the purpose of the Associa tion are welcome. For more informa tion contact the alumni email: bibhsaa2012@ gmail.com or call 770- 358-7660. FFA fall plant sale Wed. Lamar County High FFA will hold a fall plant sale on Wednes day, October 27 from 3-5 p.m. Flowering annuals are $4 for four packs and include Pansy - Delta, Pansy - Majestic Giant, Snapdragon - Snap shot, Snapdragon - Rock et, Snapdragon - Sonnet and Marigold - Hot Pack. Veg etables are $3 for four packs and include Romaine let tuce, broccoli, cauliflower and collards. All questions can be directed to kaleigh. payne@lamar.kl2.ga.us at Lamar County High School. AM Georgia PT Power $115,000.^1 PAY TO THE ORDER OF or Aon a** ift DOLLARS Gordon State College received a $15,000 grant from the Georgia Power Foundation. Georgia Power Foundation awards Gordon State College with a $15,000 grant Gordon State College received a $15,000 grant from Georgia Power on Thursday, Oct. 14. Funds will be used to provide support for the African American Male Initiative (AAMI), increasing the college graduation rates and producing African American male teachers in the state of Georgia. “We are excited about the opportunity to partner with Gordon State College to support its AAMI program, not only with funding, but also through our employ ees’ engagement,” said Jeneen Andrews, Lamar County local manager and GSC Board of Trustee member. “The program has produced many suc cessful outcomes. Joining efforts is a great way for Georgia Power to posi tively impact the higher education trajectory for student participants, pav ing the way for greater equality and economic growth in our communi ties.” As of August of 2021, AAMI serves approxi mately 1,000 students at 22 institutions across the University System of Georgia, and the pro gram is supported by 42 dedicated directors and assistant directors who volunteer their time to the program. GSC’s AAMI directors include vice presidents, deans, professors and depart ment chairs. Thirty-five percent of its directors hold a PhD. “I am so grateful for the support that Gor don State College has received, and the gener osity from the Georgia Power Foundation will continue to improve the College and enhance student success,” said Dr. Kirk A. Nooks, GSC President. AAMI’s mission is to provide an Integrated Program Model of aca demic and social tools that support students adopting a positive mindset to success fully complete classes, elevate their cumulative GPAs and matriculate through each academic level and graduate. AAMI’s mission blends with the USG’s commit ment to the Momentum Approach. The Integrated Program Model includes academic skills enrich ment, student support services, adult and peer mentoring plus leader ship development. “It is truly an honor for a company like Georgia Power to recognize the needs of students on our campus,” said Ryran Traylor, GSC AAMI Director and Lecturer in Business and Health and Wellness. “I am glad that AAMI was included with the Education Depart ment in this incredible opportunity. The resourc es provide not only will enhance their education al experiences, but will also expand their lived experiences. Georgia Power’s relationship has provided inspiration and encouragement for our students.” USG’s College 2025 initiative and the Momen tum Approach have dem onstrated the need to update the structure and content of USG’s general education curriculum to better prepare students with the skills, knowledge and experience to be suc cessful. “We are very excited to partner with Ms. Deon Tucker and Ms. Jeneen Andrews at Georgia Pow er, and the GSC students will benefit tremendously from the generous level support that has been received,” said Montrese Adger Fuller, Vice Presi dent of Advancement, External Relations and Marketing and Executive Director of the Gordon State College Foundation. Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers 13 four-year degrees, 13 associate-level degrees, and 1 Nexus degree which includes multiple baccalaureate pathways for students. 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