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Changes were recently approved by the Alabama State Board of Education that adjusted the state's teaching standards in an effort to combat the statewide teacher shortage. However, local school officials said certified, highly qualified teachers were not hard to come by.
Local school officials discuss recent changes to Alabama’s teaching standards
Questions always arise when standards are changed, especially when it concerns those who teach our children.In July, the Alabama State Board of Education approved a change to teaching standards in an … more
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The Baldwin County Public School system held a large employee job fair in April and saw a record-breaking number of applicants. Throughout spring and summer, school districts across the county held job fairs and participated in recruiting efforts to combat the statewide teacher shortage.
Alabama facing teacher shortage: Where does Baldwin stand?
Across Alabama, schools are facing a teacher shortage. The state's challenge of finding new teachers has been ongoing, and the COVID-19 pandemic worsened the situation as people changed … more
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Coast Guard awards scholarships to local students
The Coast Guard Foundation recently awarded 168 new scholarships in 2022, totaling $550,000 in support for the 2022-23 school year.The Coast Guard Foundation is a non-profit committed to … more
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Orange Beach Board of Education approves system's first 5-year plan
ORANGE BEACH — The Orange Beach Board of Education approved its first five-year plan during a board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 8. The plan is due to the state's education department by Oct. 1 … more
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Golf Classic for Education benefits county schools
FAIRHOPE — The 10th-annual Golf Classic for Education took place at Rock Creek Golf Course on Thursday, Sept. 8. The Baldwin County Education Coalition's annual fundraiser brought out more than … more
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Parents, students discuss dress code controversy with Orange Beach Board of Education
ORANGE BEACH — Emotions ran high Thursday, Sept. 8, when Orange Beach High School students and families voiced concerns to the city district school board over what they are calling an … more
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Neighborhood Bridges is a nonprofit that facilitates direct local giving to students in need. Needs can be anything from a new pair of shoes, clothes, school fees, snacks, school supplies or an immediate grocery need for a student and their family.
5 ways Neighborhood Bridges helps Eastern Shores students
A student resource officer (SRO) sees a child with worn out shoes. A first-grade teacher notices a number of students without a treat during snack time. A nurse takes note of students with torn … more
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Kids enjoyed the Back to School Bash at Tanger Outlet on Aug. 13. Now, families can enjoy the free festivities at Tanger’s Family Fun Park on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Tanger Outlets in Foley celebrates grant winners
FOLEY — Tanger Outlets Foley will host its inaugural TangerKids Day on Wednesday, Sept. 14, canvassing the community to award area schools chosen as this year's TangerKids Grant … more
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Bookmark contest at Daphne Public Library open until Sept. 24
From now until Sept. 24, local students are invited to participate in Daphne Public Library's 2022 "Back-to-School" Bookmark Contest. Sponsored by the Friends of the Daphne Public Library, the … more
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Mary Katherine Gunn, FCCLA president, poses for a portrait recently at Elberta High School.
7 things about Mary Katherine Gunn, FCCLA national president
ELBERTA — For the first time since 1975, the FCCLA national president is an Alabamian, and she hails from right here in Baldwin County.Mary Katherine Gunn, a senior at Elberta High School, was … more
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Part-time aides and behavior coaches join teachers in classrooms, assisting with younger children adjusting to the return to school.
More staff, more STEAM, more support: How the three-mill tax is helping Baldwin schools get ahead
When school began, so did her tantrums.The first day of school can be a challenge for kindergarteners, including one new student at Fairhope West Elementary who struggled a few weeks ago when she … more
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Baldwin EMC Charitable Foundation Board Members Mary Lou McMillan (second from right) and Bonnie Schell (far right) present a Star Light award to Lisa Hood (second from left), accompanied by Assistant Principal Spencer Segrest (left), at Fairhope East Elementary School for the 2021-2022 school year.
Star Light Grant applications open
SUMMERDALE — Teachers can apply now for Operation Round Up's Star Light Award grants. Applications are available at all Baldwin EMC offices and at www.baldwinemc.com.Teachers from kindergarten … more
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Elberta Middle School teacher recognized as Master Adviser
ELBERTA — Alyssa Corbitt, Elberta Middle School Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, was recognized as Master Adviser at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference June 29 – July 3.She … more
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Pictured left to right, front to back: Lauren Godwin, Faith Lindsey, Hope Lindsey, Elizabeth Chen; Libbi Melendez, Kate Ginger, Beverley Milteer, Marlee Moore; Victoria Rutland, Hunter Hyderally, John Will Kirkland, Millison Mixon; Wilson Engeriser, Blai Cebrian-Claramunt, Ty Postle, Ryan McCullough; Ashton Rowland and Trey McKean.
Bayside Academy celebrates AP Scholars
DAPHNE — Thirty-seven students of Bayside Academy received AP Scholar Awards for the 2022 AP exam administration. Ten were recognized as an AP Scholar with Distinction, one of the highest … more
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Enthusiasm for outdoors high at Buckmasters Expo
Judging from the turnout at the recent Buckmasters Expo, the appeal of the great outdoors remains high, with plenty of spectators and vendors attending the 28th annual event in downtown … more
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Josh Duplantis spoke at the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Series on Tuesday, Aug. 23. Duplantis gave an update on workforce trends both locally and nationally.
A workforce update: 4 takeaways from Chamber lunch event
FOLEY — On Tuesday, Aug. 23, Josh Duplantis, Ph.D., dean of workforce development, Coastal Alabama Community College, spoke about workforce trends both nationally and locally during the South … more
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The RHS NJROTC cadets presented Colors during the 2021 YellaWood 500 at Talladega Superspeedway. The unit will once again present Colors at this year’s race on Sunday, Oct. 2.
RHS NJROTC to present Colors at YellaWood 500
ROBERTSDALE — The Robertsdale High School NJROTC has once again been invited to present the Colors at the YellaWood 500 at Talladega Superspeedway. The race is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 2, in … more
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Officer killed in fatal Summerdale crash
SUMMERDALE — An officer on his way home was killed when two occupants of a pick-up truck sped through a stop sign on County Road 36 and hit the officer’s vehicle on Highway 59, Summerdale … more
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Riley Trimble received Legion of Valor Bronze Cross.
Cadet Riley Trimble wins highest award in Navy Junior ROTC
ELBERTA — Riley Trimble, Elberta High School student and Robertsdale High NJROTC cadet, knew something was up.Standing on the sidelines during the pre-game ceremonies leading up to the game … more
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Heavy rain couldn't dampen the spirits of the crowd that gathered under a large tent on Thursday, Aug. 18, to celebrate the groundbreaking of the future Baldwin Preparatory Academy.
Baldwin Prep Academy breaks ground
LOXLEY — Heavy rain couldn't dampen the spirits of the crowd that gathered under a large tent on Thursday, Aug. 18, to celebrate the groundbreaking of the future Baldwin Preparatory … more
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