Education

Senator Greg Reed Announces $1 Million Grant Award to Bankhead Middle School for STEM Program Enhancements

“It is a great opportunity for students in all Walker County Schools.  This facility will provide a venue for students to gain the necessary skills and credentials to fill the high demand STEM jobs in our communities. This will lead to economic growth in Walker County.” – Amber Freeman

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Sophie Shadix Wins Jasper Junior High School Poetry Competition

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Image by Ryan McGill Jasper Junior High School seventh grader Sophie Shadix recently won the school’s student poetry competition. Sophie’s winning poem, “Artistry,” explores the creative process and emotional journey of creating art.  When asked about her process for writing the poem, Sophie said, “At first, I was overthinking

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