Charter schools outshine the traditional public school model, Stanford University report finds
Between the years 2014 and 2019, charter school students were more advanced in math and reading than their public school counterparts. In terms of performance, 83% of charter school students had stronger reading skills than their counterparts in public school.
Georgia allocates $83.5 million in grants to enhance public safety
n a recent announcement, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp revealed that the state will distribute over $83.5 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds […]
It Takes a Community
A few years ago, Neighborhood Cooperative Ministries (NCM) acquired a complex to further the mission of helping neighbors who sincerely want to […]
Unlocking Opportunities: Empowering Women at Whitworth Correctional Facility for Successful Re-entry
Key Point Those reentering society need a plan for gaining stable employment after serving time. Local businesses will hire and support those […]
From Incarcerated To Advocate: How One Man Uses His Experience To Help Individuals With Reentry
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BETTER WORK has resources for high school students
Key Points Not every high school graduate will attend college. There are strong career paths available for those who are ready to […]
The GCO 2022 year in review
Curious about our projects. progress, and achievements over the past year? The Georgia Center for Opportunity 2022 Annual Report is now available […]
The Georgia Promise Scholarship (SB 233): Questions and Answers
Key Points Across the country and in Georgia, parents have been calling for more choice and flexibility in K-12 education. In 2024, Georgia […]
We’re helping the water industry over the next five years
Key Points BETTER WORK Gwinnett and The Water Tower are partnering to expand water industry job training to high school students and […]