Tag Archives: Education

A mentoring program that needs volunteers

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Doug Cumming

Every Monday afternoon during the school year, Path to Shine brings adult volunteers together with a hand-picked group of about 12 students from Avondale Elementary School. The goal is lofty. The students have potential for academic success, even for college … Continue reading →

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Music School Scholarship Honors Former Student

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Doug Cumming

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 19, 2023 Sarah Cumming was a dedicated student of songwriting, singing, guitar and harmonica at the Frank Hamilton School, a music school in Decatur built around the vision of legendary folk music figure Frank Hamilton. Sarah, … Continue reading →

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Down to the entryway of higher education

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Doug Cumming

For millions of Americans, community college is the gateway to higher education, job skills and a better life. Last fall, for me, community college was a gateway in the other direction. It led me, temporarily, out of the bubble of … Continue reading →

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