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Leo Smith

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Reforming The American Dream & Georgia's Amendment 1 Election Impact

Local education advocate and charter school referendum proponent Leo Smith see's major implications for educators and politicians alike after the 2012 elections as he notes winners and losers.

Energy without Attitude Featured at Racetrac!

A personal account of Smyrna's new Racetrac on Spring Road.

Education Roundtable Speaker: Social Worker Morphed Into an Attorney

A biography of one of tonight's Education Roundtable presenters reveals personal experiences that made her leave social work to become an attorney and education advocate.

Schools

Misleading Forums and Mistrust of Parent Boards Rampant In Anti Charter School Propaganda

Self interest groups and inaccurate legislator interpretations muddle understanding and purpose of the charter school referendum that's on the November ballot. Children's learning is at stake.

Back to School

Good Teachers Caught Giving an Extra Effort!

Good teachers were caught in the act of working without pay at a local Starbucks. Their extra effort is an example of why America will make a comeback with education reform measures.

Let Free Market Forces Determine the Future of Food Truck Events

Encouragement and Caution About the Future of Food Truck Events.

Education

Race, Space & Place Amongst Issues at Last School Board Meeting

A June roundup of education issues affecting the City of Smyrna.

Issues

Senator Stoner Gets Graded

A Smyrna focused candidate roundup on education, and a mere mention of the TSPLOST.

Government

Free Political Action and Campaign Training (in Marietta Patch)

Here's an opportunity for free training and information on the work of educational policy, politics and becoming or supporting an elected official.

Free Political Action and Campaign Training

Here's an opportunity for free training and information on the work of educational policy, politics, and becoming or supporting an elected official.

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