GA lawmakers look to eliminate Common Core
ATLANTA -
The Common Core curriculum is taking center stage and legislators are working to reintroduce a bill to eliminate the new educational initiative from Georgia schools.
Critics say it's important for Georgia to be able to control its own educational standards but not everybody agrees.
Advocates say if the bill to get rid of Common Core passes, establishing new curriculum standards will be time consuming and costly, supporters of the idea say it's a sacrifice that has to be made.
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Mike Gallagher is a Georgia-based freelance journalist covering local news, community developments, and regional issues that matter most to residents across the state. Writing for Georgianewsday.com since 2016, Mike has built a reputation for clear, balanced reporting and a strong connection to the communities he serves. His work spans city council decisions, school board updates, small business features, public safety reports, and statewide policy changes. In addition to local coverage, Mike occasionally reports on state politics and national headlines, offering readers context on how broader decisions impact Georgia communities. Known for his steady, fact-driven approach, Mike prioritizes accuracy, fairness, and accessibility in every story. Whether covering a town hall meeting or breaking political developments, he aims to inform readers with clarity and integrity. Outside the newsroom, Mike remains actively engaged in Georgia’s civic landscape, always seeking the next story that shapes the state’s future.
