The COVID-19 pandemic forced students, teachers, and parents to change their ways of doing things almost overnight as schools closed and learning went online. The situation left everyone scrambling – and often grumbling about the limited learning taking place under this hasty reinvention of how schools operate.
But despite all the downsides, could this moment of school upheaval also be an opportunity to transform the nation’s education system into something better?… Read More »
On Monday, March 1, 2021 many DeKalb County School District (DCSD)1 parents received an email informing them their children’s teachers are being reassigned, effective this week. The letter cited that the Georgia Department of Education (DoE) reported several District 1 schools being out of the State Comparability Policy. “This policy requires Title 1 schools to have similar resources as non-Title 1 schools.… Read More »
There is no doubt everyone is tired of feeling like a prisoner in their own home. A vacation sounds like just what the doctor ordered! The number of travelers in the air is still far below pre-Covid levels, but airline ticket transactions by U.S. travel agencies climbed above 40% of 2019 levels last week for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic. … Read More »
I’ve been helping a lot of ELIGIBLE friends and family members sign up for their Covid Vaccines in both Alabama and Georgia. Through this process I’ve learned that signing up through Walmart is the EASIEST way I’ve been able to get appointments for my people.
So…I thought I’d share my knowledge with everyone…
Red’s Beer Garden is celebrating the luck of the Irish with ‘pinch me’ deals starting Friday, March 12 through Sunday March 21, 2021. Diners can begin the celebration by indulging on Irish Rolls with Kraut – corned beef and Swiss, wrapped in an egg roll and dipped in Red’s signature, delicious sauce. Imbibers can also wash down St.… Read More »
Kevin Smith threw out the first pitch at Dunwoody Senior Baseball’s Middle School League “Opening Day.” Smith, a Dunwoody High Class of 2015 graduate, is currently in the Orioles organization. He was drafted in the 7th round of the 2018 MLB draft by the New York Mets after completing his junior year at UGA. The season opened at the Brook Run Park Baseball Fields last Saturday.… Read More »
Introduction: Helping with the social & emotional impacts of COVID-19.
The Summit Counseling Center and City of Dunwoody present “Strategies for Coping: Helping middle school students and families.”
This Zoom presentation is open to ALL. It will focus on ways to help middle school students and families with the social and emotional impacts of COVID-19.… Read More »
Car Break-ins are on the rise in the metro Atlanta. The last thing you need is to find your vehicle’s window broken or items missing. We suggests taking these simple, but important steps to maintain your car’s safety:
· Do not leave valuables in your car. That sounds like common sense, but drivers/passengers do leave items of value in plain view every day.… Read More »
Original artwork by local artist and Spruill student, Pam Wetzel
Our annual fundraiser, Artistic Affair, is a little over 3 weeks away! We are so excited about our all virtual event and hope you will tune in on March 20 from 7:00-8:00pm.
We will kick off the event with a welcome message from our CEO, Alan Mothner, then test his bartending skills as he creates a signature cocktail and toasts the evening (recipe for the cocktail will be sent to everyone who registers).… Read More »
Don’t forget your lunch plans this Wednesday…FCA is giving middle and high school students a CFA lunch at DHS. Just come to the school between 12-1 and get lunch AND a raffle ticket for lots of chances to win food from many great restaurants! See you Wednesday!! Tell and bring your friends! See info below!
Fellowship of Christian Anybody
(all we welcome)
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR TWO UPCOMING DATES FOR FCA!… Read More »
Good morning. I have recently heard several public health experts say “Let’s not turn good news into bad.” The Covid-19 picture continues to improve; we are experiencing what appears to be a sustained decline in the number of cases. This is true in Dunwoody, DeKalb, Georgia and the country.… Read More »
A perfectly roasted chicken is a thing of beauty. Not only is it pure comfort food (tender meat, crunchy skin, buttery drippings) but there are so many other meals you can turn it into.… Read More »
Dust off your glove and join a Dunwoody UMC men’s softball team. Socialize with teams from other local churches while enjoying fun, friendly competition. All games will be played at Mount Vernon Church, 850 Mt. Vernon Highway NW, beginning in April. Games are typically held on Thursday nights at 7, 8 and 9pm. 8-week season. Games are slow pitch and 55 minutes.… Read More »
TSA (Transportation Security Administration) has announced a goal to recruit 6,000 new employees for 430 airports nationwide by the summer of 2021. Melanie Harvey (Executive Asst Administrator for TSA) stated “we expect to screen a higher number of travelers regularly by the summer months.” Clearly, airports around the country are preparing now for a busy summer. … Read More »
