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The University of Georgia


























         Education










                  Athens is the center of education in the South.




                                                                                 of 2020 received more than $8 million
                                            Students have opportunities to       in scholarships (not including HOPE &
                                                                                 Zell Miller Scholarships).
                                            participate in unique educational
         T       he Athens area’s outstanding   programs and earn college credits   The Athens Community Career
                                            with the University of Georgia, Athens
                 public and private schools
                 develop well-rounded
                                                                                 Technical College, offers an innovative
                                            of North Georgia, and Piedmont
         students who are as versed in      Technical College, the University    Academy, partnering with Athens
         academics as they are in athletics,   University. The two high schools, both   environment for high school students
         community service, and other       recognized as AP Honor Schools, offer   to receive career-focused, college-
         extracurricular activities. The area’s   more than 20 AP courses. The Class   level courses. The academy boasts
         exceptional and nationally recognized
         colleges and universities accept and
         educate students from around the
         globe, preparing them for the future in
         their chosen field of study.
         CLARKE COUNTY
         SCHOOL DISTRICT
         The Clarke County School District
         serves 13,000 students across 21
         schools, providing every child with
         rigorous academic programs and
         innovative environments. The district’s
         mission is to ensure every graduate
         is college and career-ready and in a
         position to succeed — they are
         ready to lead, become agents of
         change, and positively impact
         their communities.


    46     Education                            Athens Area Chamber of Commerce • www.athensga.com • (706) 549-6800
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