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North Forsyth graduates Class of '23
North Forsyth High 2023 Graduation
Photo courtesy of Lily McGregor Photography. - photo by For the FCN
Sabrina Kerns
Forsyth County News
Published: May 26, 2023, 7:23 PM
North Forsyth High School held its Class of 2023 graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 21, at Gwinnett’s Gas South Arena, celebrating students as they finish out their time in Forsyth County Schools. Photos courtesy of Lily McGregor Photography.
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Forsyth County Schools planning for future growth at this 145-acre site
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An aerial image of Smith Garden Products at 4200 Dr. Bramblett Road. Photo courtesy of Smith Garden Products
Travis Jaudon
Forsyth County News
Published: May 21, 2025, 11:00 AM
A business is moving off a 145-acre property in Forsyth County, clearing the way for possible new school construction. While no final decisions have been made, district officials tell FCN the site could help meet growing demand in one of the county’s fastest-growing areas.
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These 12 graduating students just won $2,500 National Merit scholarships
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Michelle Hall
Forsyth County News
Published: May 15, 2025, 6:31 PM
Twelve graduating seniors in Forsyth County were recently named National Merit Scholarship winners.
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New policy would prevent all Forsyth County students from having cellphones in classrooms
How technology is being used in Forsyth County classrooms
A sign on a Forsyth Central High School teacher’s door banning cellphone usage. Photo by: Alina Pishock - photo by For the FCN
Travis Jaudon
Forsyth County News
Published: May 15, 2025, 4:50 PM
Forsyth County Schools may ban cellphones for all students, a move that could end the district’s long-running “Bring Your Own Technology” program. Learn what’s in the proposed policy, what it means for students and teachers, and how you can give feedback to the district.
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UNG faculty slams Trump’s ‘assault’ on higher ed, says school leaders caved to DEI crackdown
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University of North Georgia Gainesville campus - photo by Scott Rogers
Ben Anderson
FCN regional staff
Published: May 14, 2025, 7:29 PM
The University of North Georgia’s faculty senate voted Monday to join a “mutual defense compact” with Kennesaw State University and passed a pair of resolutions condemning President Donald Trump’s “unprecedented assault” on higher education.
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Forsyth County Schools responds to state's cellphone ban in K-8 classrooms
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Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB340 banning cellphones in K-8 classrooms on May 9. Photo courtesy of Tribune News Services
Travis Jaudon
Forsyth County News
Published: May 13, 2025, 9:59 PM
Under the newly signed “Distraction-Free Education Act,” Georgia’s K-8 public schools—including those in Forsyth County—must prohibit student cellphone use during the school day by 2026. FCN got reaction from the superintendent of schools, and what's next for the district.
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More than 150 retirees honored at 2025 Forsyth County Schools retirement reception
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Forsyth County Schools hosted its annual district retirement reception honoring 151 retirees this year at the FoCAL Center on Thursday, May 8. - photo by Sophie Ralph
Travis Jaudon
Forsyth County News
Published: May 11, 2025, 2:24 PM
All 151 employees retiring from Forsyth County Schools in 2025 were recognized at the district’s annual retirement reception and ceremony on Thursday, May 8 at the FoCAL Center.
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How Forsyth County Schools scored in state’s latest ‘school climate’ ratings
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Forsyth County Board of Education & Professional Development Center in Cumming. - photo by Sophie Ralph
Travis Jaudon
Forsyth County News
Updated: May 9, 2025, 8:33 PM
Published: May 9, 2025, 11:00 AM
Forsyth County Schools are earning top marks again — with 41 of 42 campuses receiving four- or five-star ratings for school climate in a new state report. FCN explains how these scores are earned, and how local schools compare to nearby districts.
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