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an interest in exploration, science, engineering, collaboration, problem solving and teamwork. It also aims to create a genuine, childlike wonder for the vastness and beauty of the universe. High School Principal Amy Bowman said the opportunity was better than she could have imagined.
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County ballots will ask voters to consider a sales tax to fund education improvements this election. The Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax is a 1-cent tax for capital improvements such as new schools, expanding and improving facilities, purchasing buses and technology and ensuring safe, modern learning environments. The tax cannot be used for salaries or daily operating expenses. The tax spreads the cost of critical projects across everyone who shops, dines or does business in Forsyth County, including nonresidents,” the school district said. “This reduces the reliance on local property taxes while ensuring that Forsyth County Schools can continue to grow responsibly and remain a leader in public education.” Voters can cast their ballots during advance voting until Oct. 31 or on Election Day, Nov. 4. To request a mail ballot, voters may submit an absentee ballot application through Oct. 24. Historically, Forsyth County voters have supported the tax each time it appeared on the ballot. The tax has allowed Forsyth County schools to keep pace with growth, maintain high-quality facilities and provide students with safe and modern learning environments, the district said.
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Pinecrest Academy students attended an assembly in advance of communicating with astronaut Col. Mike Fincke Sept. 30.
Pinecrest Academy students link to space station astronaut
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Pinecrest Academy students made the ultimate long-distance call, a live Q&A with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. A panel of students talked with NASA astronaut Col. Mike Fincke Sept. 30 as part of an educational activity by the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station program. The North Ful-
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ton Amateur Radio Club managed the radio communication. Pinecrest was awarded the session after a months-long application process coordinated by Joseph Baxley, high school history and social studies department chair. The school was one of three in the state to participate this season. The experience is designed to inspire
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