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SBOE member Lisa Kinnemore, who represents the 4th Congressional District, will be at DeKalb County Schools’ Lakeside High School on Tuesday, February 11, from 7 to 8 p.m. Click here for additional information:
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Attention Georgia High School Seniors: The 2025 Georgia Scholar Program application window opened on January 8 and will close on March 1. Georgia public and private school seniors who meet the program's criteria are eligible to apply. Application:
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GaDOE is expanding its CTAE+ initiative – which ensures GA students receive credit toward math, science, and ELA graduation requirements when they complete Career Pathways with math-, science, and ELA-heavy courses – to include construction Pathways. More:
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Georgia schools can still apply for recognition as Military Flagship Schools. The application deadline is January 15. Check out our press release to learn more about the MFSA, including the application link at
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Georgia families, please stay safe as winter weather moves in on Friday. For updates, follow Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, and for more information on what to do before winter weather occurs, visit
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for most of North Georgia from 7 a.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Saturday. Expect significant accumulations of snow, sleet, and freezing rain that will lead to hazardous travel conditions. Visit to prepare now.
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Merry Christmas from GaDOE! We’re grateful for GA’s amazing educators, dedicated school staff, supportive families, and talented students this holiday season. May your days be merry, bright, and joyful – just like the classrooms that light up with learning all year.
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🎁✨ Giving Back This Holiday Season ✨🎁 During our recent All DOE meeting, GaDOE employees came together to collect toys for Toys for Tots. We are grateful for this opportunity to help children across Georgia experience the joy and magic of the holidays. #GaDOE #ToysForTots
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It’s the last week of GaDOE’s Georgia Schools Care initiative. Georgia’s teachers, school staff, and students are united in a spirit of giving and community service, and our combined fundraising efforts will significantly impact Georgia’s foster children this holiday season.
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Next week is the last week of GaDOE’s Georgia Schools Care initiative. Our public education family is united in a spirit of giving and community service, and the combined fundraising efforts will significantly impact Georgia children this holiday season.
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2024 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) scores show strong improvements across the elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. More:
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GaDOE has partnered with Varsity Tutors to offer a series of statewide tutoring sessions: Personalized Learning | December 10th @ 10am For district/school leaders, curriculum leaders, and teachers Register @
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We are so proud of the eight Georgia public schools recognized as 2024 National Blue Ribbon honorees! Blue Ribbon is a national recognition from the U.S. Department of Education (USED). See which Georgia schools received the 2024 honor here:
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Today we're announcing our 2025 legislative priorities: A Safe, Successful, and Supported Georgia More here:
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We are incredibly grateful for our educators, students, and families hard work, dedication, and passion. Your commitment to excellence in education makes GA a stronger, brighter place for all. Wishing everyone a warm and joyful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude and love. 🍗🥧🍽️
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From Superintendent Woods: "I am saddened to hear of the passing of Bruce Thompson, our state’s labor commissioner and a great Georgian. I am honored to have been his colleague, and Lisha and I are praying for peace for his wife, children, and loved ones."
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High school seniors who apply through the GEORGIA MATCH direct admissions dashboard in November will automatically have their college application fees waived! Learn more at #gafutures #GEORGIAMATCH
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Our brand-new website is launching very soon, and new online tools for district and school teams have already launched. Get prepared for the changes here:
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Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country in the Armed Forces. We sincerely thank all veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to protecting our freedom. Your dedication inspires us and reminds us of the true meaning of service.
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GaDOE’s 24-25 Military Flagship School Award applications are open. Last year, GaDOE selected 17 schools as winners. “Ensuring children of military families receive support in Georgia’s public schools remains a top priority," Supt. Woods said. More:
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