The new Georgia ESOL Star Learner program honors students who speak English as a second language; CCSD nominated students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, extra-curricular involvement and outstanding attendance and conduct.
 
Only 27 students statewide were selected for the honor, including class of 2016 graduating seniors Lucas Barros and Kathy Keodouangdy of Etowah High School and Brian Quintana-Guzman of River Ridge High School.           
 
Each Georgia ESOL Star Learner had the opportunity to nominate a Georgia ESOL Star Teacher, and they chose Pamela Holman of Etowah HS and Autumn Hamilton of River Ridge HS.