17 Whitfield County Schools Named Georgia Title I Schools of Distinction

Seventeen Whitfield County Schools are among Georgia’s 896 Title I Distinguished Schools named by State School Superintendent Kathy Cox during the state Board of Education’s meeting on Wednesday.

“These 896 schools don’t accept excuses,” Cox said. “There are high standards for students and high expectations for teachers. These schools are focused and determined — and they are getting results.”

Title I schools have a significant population of students who are economically disadvantaged and receive federal money to assist with the education of these students. Title I Distinguished Schools that have made AYP for three consecutive years receive a certificate, while those who make AYP four or more years receive a monetary award paid with federal funds.

The number of Title I Distinguished Schools in Georgia has grown significantly since 2003, when 116 schools were recognized.

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