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Ernest J. Lynch, 55
Ernest J. Lynch, 55, of Pennellville lost his battle with Primary CNS Lymphoma, Thursday at home.
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Fulton Daily News
Fulton Extends Interim Appointment at Bodley
The Fulton City School District has opted to extend an interim appointment at G. Ray Bodley High School. Michael Egan, former superintendent of schools, was appointed as interim principal of the high school in August and scheduled to serve until the end of this year. Instead, Egan has agreed to stay on at the school through the end of the 2008-09 school year.
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New School Year Brings Surprises In Fulton
Fulton school district is experiencing an unexpected boost in enrollment this year. Since the first day of school, administrators are working to find a manageable balance in class loads as they keep an eye on students who are enrolling late.
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First Day Sees New Faces, New Initiatives In Fulton
New clothes, new supplies, new schedules and new faces were abundant Wednesday as Fulton schools kicked off the start of the 2008-09 school year. District wide, administrators say the day was a success.
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District Growth Should Have Positive Effect On School Tax Bills, Superintendent Says
Taxpayers in the Fulton school district can expect to see a slightly lower school tax bill in the coming year. Superintendent Bill Lynch explained that the levy of $18,037,851 that was set Tuesday evening represents a 3.43 percent increase from the 2007-08 school year but is expected to result in an average tax rate decrease of 4.92 percent. A recent change in the makeup of the district could translate to a bigger decrease, he said.
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Dumas Set To Retire; Former Superintendent To Serve As Interim Principal
After nearly a decade, G. Ray Bodley High School Principal Dennis Dumas is officially slated to retire. As Dumas steps out to work on special projects prior to his retirement date, former superintendent Michael Egan is expected to serve as interim principal.
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Fulton Universal Pre-K Program Growing In 10th Year
Entering its 10th year, the Universal Pre-Kindergarten program at the Fulton City School District is making strides and delivering solid early education programs for the district’s youngest students. Spaces are still available for the coming school year, officials say.
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Fulton Disappointed In Grad Data
Recognizing its negative standing in graduation rates, Fulton school district is working to focus its attention on students who may be slipping through the cracks to make sure all students make their way across the graduation stage with a diploma in hand.
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Teacher Cleared of Endangerment Charges Will Return to Classroom, Lynch Says
The special education teacher with the Fulton City School District who was arrested late last year in connection with allegations that she struck two students was cleared of any wrongdoing in Fulton City Court this past week. By September, 45-year-old Gracia Thompson will be back in a classroom, according to Superintendent Bill Lynch.
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Voters Say ‘Yes’ To Fulton Budget, Bus; Library Vote Uncertain
Residents in the Fulton City School District weighed in in favor of the proposed 2008-09 spending plan and bus proposition at the polls Tuesday. At this time, however, it appears voters may have rejected Fulton Public Library’s request for an additional $50,000 in operating funds for the coming year.