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Parents of former Spalding Drive Elementary students win state approval for new charter school
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Eryn Rogers , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Georgia State Charter Schools Commission made the decision to approve the new school.
A new public school option is coming to metro Atlanta . Approval has been given for a charter school to open in the area. This development follows the closure of a local elementary school due to declining enrollment and building concerns.
The Georgia State Charter Schools Commission made the decision to approve the new school. It is one of several new charter schools given the green light across the state. The new school is set to open its doors in the near future.
Further details about the school and its plans are available from the Georgia State Charter Schools Commission and other sources.
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Category: government Published: August 3, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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