5 Places In Monroe To Have A Special Back-To-School Dinner

These family-friendly restaurants are sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike!

5 Things To Do In Monroe Before The Kids Go Back To School

Make new memories, spend time as a family and check out all that our community has to offer before the end of summer.

WCSD Air Force JROTC Earns Highest Rating In Unit Evaluation

Instructors and cadets underwent a formal unit evaluation and earned the highest attainable overall score of "Exceeds Standards."

NAFA Names WCSD An Honorable Mention In 100 Best Fleets

WCSD is one of only four school districts in the nation and the only school district in Georgia to be recognized.

New Harmony Elementary School Assistant Principal Named

Lisa Weaver will begin the role July 1.

Walton County School District Students Named GHP Finalists

Five local students and one alternate are finalists for the Governor’s Honors Program.

Georgia Department Of Education Announces 2023 AP Honor Schools

Loganville High, Monroe Area High and Walnut Grove High Schools made the list.

Walton County Board Of Education Earns Exemplary Board Designation

Only 60 of Georgia’s 180 school boards were recognized with the honor this year.

Walton County School District Wins Leading Edge Award

The district was recognized by the Georgia School Boards Association in the area of Culture, Climate & Organizational Efficacy.

Monroe Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Monroe area high schools.

2021 College Aid: How Monroe Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Monroe area high schools.

Honor Your 2021 Graduate On Monroe Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Monroe Patch.

Monroe Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Monroe area high schools have done so far.

Monroe Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Walton County.

Monroe County Schools Celebrate National School Lunch Week

Students learn there is "Lots 2 Love" about school lunch from October 15-19

Meet our Family of the Month; A Trusted Partnership with Parents

Kylee G.’s family is the Family of the Month in February!

Get to Know the Apple of our Eye; Celebrating Teachers All Year Long!

Mr. Lance is the Teacher of the Month for February!

Fostering Healthy Habits in Young Children

Provided by the Primrose Schools in Lawrenceville

Get to Know the Apple of our Eye; Celebrating Teachers All Year Long!

Ms. Solomon is selected as the Teacher of the Month for January!

Meet our Family of the Month; A Trusted Partnership with Parents

The Pruitt family is selected as the Family of the Month for January!

"Encouraging Healthy Habits in Preschoolers"

An article by Dr. Laura Jana provided by Primrose Schools

Get to Know the Apple of our Eye; Celebrating Teachers All Year Long!

Primrose School at Sugarloaf Parkway selects Ms. Diaz as the Apple of Our Eye Month for December!

Meet our Family of the Month; A Trusted Partnership with Parents

Primrose School at Sugarloaf Parkway selects the Scruggs family as the Family of the Month for December!

Primrose Students Show Respect and Thanksgiving

Letting family and friends know that they are loved!

Meet Our Family of the Month; A Trusted Partnership with Parents

Primrose School at Sugarloaf Parkway selects the Greenwood family as the Family of the Month for November!

Celebrating Fall With Trunk or Treat

Thank you so much to all of our parents and teachers who helped make it so special!

Non-Profit Seeking Nominations for Youth Leadership Award

21st Century Leaders will select 20 students who have made a positive change in their communities.

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year, but administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

How Do Georgia Schools Rank Against Other States?

A new study by WalletHub ranks Georgia as the state with the highest dropout rate.

Georgia Sales Tax-Free Weekend 2014 Under Way

The state's sales tax holiday is great for back-to-school essentials. It runs through midnight on Saturday.

Who Were Named Walton County's STAR Students, Teachers?

A student and teacher from each of 6 schools were honored.

Walton Schools, GWA Issue Weather Statement on Classes for Feb. 11-12

The winter storm expected in Georgia will have a big impact.

Metro Area Schools Make Decisions on Thursday Classes

Know of more school closings? Share with Patch readers in the comments box below.

Updated: Walton County Schools Issue Statement on Classes for Jan. 30

Hazardous secondary road conditions forces decision.

Walton County Schools Cancel Class Wednesday

George Walton Academy is closed for Jan. 29, too.

Early Dismissal Scheduled Tuesday for Walton County Schools

Schools will close two hours early and all after school activities will be canceled Jan. 28 due to the expected winter storm.

Nominate a Young Volunteer for Scholarship

Kohl's Cares accepting nominations Jan. 31 to March 14.

'If I Were Mayor, I Would . . . '

The Georgia Municipal Association state-wide essay contest for 6th graders is held every spring with a dozen winners receiving $250.