USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Girls Lacrosse Poll

Submitted by Sam Crenshaw, 11Alive Sports Anchor

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013, 5:40pm

ATLANTA -- The new USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Girls Lacrosse Poll is here. With state playoffs just around the corner, the name atop our list remains the same.

The Milton girls lead the way this week, with Lassiter, Centennial, Walton and Westminster making up the top 5.

Mill Creek, Chattahoochee, West Forsyth, Alpharetta and Kell complete the top 10.

The Metro Atlanta Super 25 polls are computer generated and produced by USA Today High School Sports exclusively for 11Alive News and 11Alive.com.

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Fulton Co. to “Unleash the Power of Age” as Older Americans Month begins

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Thursday, May 2nd, 2:16 pm

One senior volunteer to be honored for serving 2,500 hours of service

Fulton County kicked off Older Americans month Wednesday, May 1, 2013, along with the rest of the nation to celebrate the value of older Americans. Fulton County Commissioners issued a proclamation that recognized seniors for their value as continuing economic and social contributors to society.

Every year since 1963, May has been a month to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions to our communities. The theme for Older Americans Month 2013, Unleash the Power of Age, has never been more fitting. Older Americans are productive, active, and influential members of society, sharing essential talents, wisdom, and life experience with their families, friends, and neighbors.

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Seniors to learn how to guard against scams

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Wednesday, May 1st, 2:08 pm

COLLEGE PARK, GA. -- Fulton County is hosting another information session that teaches seniors how to protect themselves against scams.

The one-hour program on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, will be held at Camp Truitt from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Camp Truitt is located at 4320 Hershel Road in College Park and is sponsored by the Housing and Human Services Department, Office of Housing and Community Development.

Scams that often target seniors include but are not limited to telemarketing, reverse mortgages, healthcare/health insurance, home and auto repair. This session will provide information to help seniors to identify, prevent and report fraudulent and deceptive schemes. The best strategy to prevent scams is for citizens to be informed.

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Open Enrollment ends May 15

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Wednesday, May 1st, 2013, 11:30am

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- More than 20 Fulton County public schools will accept transfer students for the 2013-14 school year.

These so-called Open Enrollment schools accept students from outside the assigned area, space permitting.

Applications for the Open Enrollment schools will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 15. Parents will be notified of their children's status in June.

Download an Open Enrollment Application

The county's Open Enrollment Schools include:

Elementary
* Birmingham Falls, Milton
* Conley Hills, East Point
* Findley Oaks, Johns Creek
* Hapeville
* S.L. Lewis, Atlanta
* Medlock Bridge, Johns Creek
* Love T. Nolan, Atlanta
* Renaissance, Fairburn
* Shakerag, Johns Creek
* Sweet Apple, Roswell

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"Fore" Kids Golf Classic to benefit Fulton students, teachers

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 2:19pm

"Fore" Kids Golf Classic to benefit Fulton students, teachers

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- The 18th annual Fulton Education Foundation "Fore" Kids Golf Classic is being held on May 14 in Alpharetta at the Golf Club of Georgia.

A spokeswoman for Fulton County Schools reported that the tournament will benefit students and staff of Fulton County schools, while Fulton County school leaders, school board members, business professionals and others from the community will attend.

There will be one caddy for every four players. All golfers should check in at 9:30 that morning, and be ready to begin at 11:00. At 4:00 p.m., awards will be given out along with a silent auction.

To register, individuals may play for $400, and teams of four will pay $1,750. Sponsors are still needed.

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Georgia Power honors local schools for efficient energy use

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 1:00pm

Georgia Power honors local schools for efficient energy use

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- Fulton County schools have received an honor from Georgia Power for their efficient use of energy.

The school system was given money from Georgia Power to install efficient energy equipment in two new high schools in the area. This year, Fulton County schools also took two major awards: the U.S. Green Building Council's Georgia Chapter was recognized for Leadership in Energy Efficiency for a School System, and the Leadership in Water Efficiency.

A spokeswoman for the Fulton County School System said part of receiving the honor is to maintain a high Energy Star rating. Fulton County averages a score of 87, and 57 of their 58 schools are Energy Star certified.

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