Discover the Utah Family Miracle and its impact on economic success and happiness, as sociologist Brad Wilcox proposes a Family Impact Perspective to strengthen marriages
Representative Mesha Mainor stood up for the education of kids in her community and paid a political price in the process.
Discover the highlights of the recent event organized by the Gwinnett Housing Corporation, where the BETTER WORK Program attracted over 60 participants seeking employment assistance.
Research consistently demonstrates that children with engaged parents tend to have higher academic performance, better attendance rates, improved behavior, and increased motivation to learn. When
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,
n a recent announcement, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp revealed that the state will distribute over $83.5 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds
A few years ago, Neighborhood Cooperative Ministries (NCM) acquired a complex to further the mission of helping neighbors who sincerely want to
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Key Points Summers are for more family time and enjoyment! Studies show parental involvement is key to children’s health and development. Raising
Key states are adopting education legislation while Georgia continues to fall behind and leaves students and parents out of the conversation.
The discussion around work requirements is important because it challenges us to ask, “What is the purpose of our safety net system?”
Crime is causing businesses to flee communities already experiencing a lack of opportunity. This is having an impact on healthcare, jobs, and social health.
Along with remembering these local heroes, Police Week is an opportunity to reflect on the role law enforcement has in building vibrant communities where everyone
Key Points Georgia received a waiver from reporting its College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) metrics, including the A-F grading system
Key Points Free the Future is an initiative of the Mayor of Columbus Georgia’s Commission on Reentry, in partnership with the Urban
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Key Points As of March 2023, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a nationwide unemployment rate of 3.5%. Well-known companies are conducting
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We have much to celebrate as the 2023 Georgia legislative session comes to a close. At the same time, there is still
Key Points Georgia General Assembly, lawmakers unanimously approved House Bill 155, which creates a pathway for thousands of Georgians who might face
Key Points Not every high school graduate will attend college. There are strong career paths available for those who are ready to
Curious about our projects. progress, and achievements over the past year? The Georgia Center for Opportunity 2022 Annual Report is now available
Arkansas recently joined a growing list of states that have approved Education Scholarship Accounts, empowering parents to make the best decisions for their child’s unique
Key Points Positive relationships impact the opportunities and potential future for every child. GCO is partnering with RezilientKids to bring the evidence-based
Key Points Across the country and in Georgia, parents have been calling for more choice and flexibility in K-12 education. In 2024, Georgia
Key Points Georgia continues to be one of the most business friendly states. Georgia did not impose strict lockdowns during the pandemic.
Members of the public flooded the State Capitol again on Tuesday. The day’s most visible group was Mothers Demand Action, members of
Key Points BETTER WORK Gwinnett and The Water Tower are partnering to expand water industry job training to high school students and
Key Points No matter what chapter of history you look at, education is often one of the top issues that states and
Key Points We’ve paid a lot of attention to learning loss arising from school shutdowns during the pandemic, and rightly so. The