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Never back down without a fight: West Laurens High School senior who survived house fire as toddler now honors graduate
MONTROSE, Ga. — As the writers of our destiny, we get to forge our own paths; 18-year-old Diontae Brazil writes his with determination and resilience. After surviving a house fire when he was just 2-years-old, Brazil learned how to live life with a new normal. "The story I was...
West Laurens High School construction class builds little house for auction
LAURENS COUNTY, Ga. — Students at West Laurens High School are building a path to success. They talked about the program and a special project they are working on. Caleb Stevens is a West Laurens High School junior in Mr. Jeff Johnson's construction class. "I was always ready for...
My Teacher is Tops: Mrs. Amanda Hickey at Parkwood Elementary
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. — It's the end of the school year which means it is the end of My Teacher is Tops for the 2023-24 school year. We've been holding on to this one letter from Houston County for a while. And while we know every teacher goes above...
Local Seniors Excel: 118 Graduates Earn College Credits Through OFTC’s Dual Enrollment
This spring, 118 high school seniors from the local area will graduate with both their high school diplomas and additional college credits, thanks to their participation in the Dual Enrollment program at Oconee Fall Line Technical College (OFTC). This program, a part of Georgia’s initiative to boost educational and career opportunities, enables students to earn college and high school credits at the same time. The students took a variety of courses, from core academic subjects to vocational training, preparing them for further education and careers.
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