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Tomorrow, Thursday, November 5, State Board of Education member Lisa Kinnemore will hold a public hearing for citizens in the 4th Congressional District from 7 to 8 p.m. at Tucker High School, 5036 Lavista Road, Tucker, GA 30084.
More: url.gadoe.org/c34lx
Congratulations to Georgia's three 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars: Samanyu Krishna Ganesh, Yun Xin Lin, and Ananya Tara Rajagopalan! 🎉
Yun Xin was also one of just 20 students nationwide named a Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
url.gadoe.org/ug5nu
#GeorgiaStudents
ALT Graphic announcing three Georgia students named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars: Samanyu Krishna Ganesh of The Westminster Schools; Yun Xin Lin of Lambert High School, Forsyth County Schools; and Ananya Tara Rajagopalan of Wheeler High School, Cobb County School District. A faded American flag appears in the background with the GaDOE logo below.
November is #FamilyEngagementMonth!
"Together, we can help every Georgia student feel supported, discover their strengths, and prepare for the opportunities ahead."
— Supt. Woods
See the full letter: url.gadoe.org/u65jc
⏰Last chance to enter the Georgia Cybersecurity Awareness Poster Contest! The submission portal closes tomorrow night.
Help Build a Cyber Strong America and submit your poster today:
url.gadoe.org/tx40x
#BuildACyberStrongAmerica #CyberSafeGA #GaDOE
Know an outstanding Georgia teacher? 🍑
@TeachinthePeach and the @CFBPlayoff Foundation will recognize one teacher each week for 40 weeks. Each honoree will receive a $1,000 DonorsChoose gift code.
Nominate a teacher: url.gadoe.org/4nhxc
#TeachInThePeach
Every public school has stories worth sharing. 🍑
“Georgia's Public Schools: Stories That Shape Us" celebrated the educators, opportunities, and relationships that help students discover what they can achieve—and contribute.
url.gadoe.org/fy1d9
#TeachInThePeach
GaDOE has been awarded more than $10 million in federal grants to expand teacher apprenticeships statewide.
Aspiring educators can earn a salary while completing coursework and gaining classroom experience.
url.gadoe.org/pptbr
#TeachInThePeach
GaDOE and GaPSC are partnering to launch an enhanced statewide educator job board in January 2027.
The TeachGeorgia + @TeachinthePeach partnership will make it easier to find openings and help districts reach more candidates.
url.gadoe.org/74iw4
#TeachInThePeach
For the tenth year in a row, Georgia students beat the national average on the ACT! 🎉
The class of 2026 averaged a composite score of 20.9, compared to 19.2 nationally, and exceeded the national average in every subject area.
url.gadoe.org/tnb9d
#ACT #CollegeReadiness
ALT Graphic reading, "Georgia students beat national average on ACT for 10th year in a row," on a green background with the Georgia Department of Education logo.
Our 2027 legislative priorities put Kids, Classrooms, & Common Sense first.
Our focus areas: literacy, math, student opportunities, school safety, &M educator support—including salary step increases beyond 21 years of service.
url.gadoe.org/109j9
#PreparingAllStudentsForLife
🚒 During Fire Prevention Week, we recognize the importance of emergency preparedness and safety education.
We want to thank Georgia's firefighters, emergency responders, and school safety partners for helping keep students safe.
#FirePreventionWeek #SchoolSafety #GaDOE
🏆 Last year's elementary winner, Anaisha Taran of Sugar Hill Elementary School, used creativity to promote online safety.
How would YOU help Build a Cyber Strong America?
Enter today: url.gadoe.org/tx40x
#BuildACyberStrongAmerica #CyberSafeGA #GaDOE
🍎 Happy World Teachers' Day!
Thank you, Georgia's educators, for the impact you make every day. We're glad you @TeachinthePeach!
#WorldTeachersDay #TeachInThePeach #GaDOE
ALT Graphic reads "Thank you, teachers" in colorful lettering and "World Teacher's Day" against a pale green world map, with a red apple above, a pencil below, and the Georgia Department of Education logo at the bottom.
GaDOE is partnering with The Home Depot to connect Georgia students with high-demand skilled-trades careers. 🛠️
Path to Pro Skills Explorers offers free, hands-on resources in construction, electrical work, plumbing, and more.
url.gadoe.org/wme5v
#CTAEDelivers
ALT Graphic announcing, "GaDOE partners with The Home Depot to introduce students to skilled trades careers." A female high school student uses a cordless power drill on a wood project while another student works in the background of a school workshop. The GaDOE logo appears at the bottom right.
🎨 The 2026 GA Cybersecurity Awareness Poster Contest is now open!
This year's theme: Building a Cyber Strong America. Create a poster that promotes safe online habits & smart digital choices.
Learn more & enter: url.gadoe.org/tx40x
#BuildACyberStrongAmerica #CyberSafeGA
On October 20, students, educators, graduates, & community members will come together at the @alliancetheatre to answer that question through a special @TeachinthePeach storytelling event.
Stories That Shape Us is open to anyone invested in GA's future.
gadoesa.jotform.com/26243678…
Happy Manufacturing Day! ⚙️
Georgia students are building skills for careers in advanced manufacturing through CTAE and work-based learning opportunities.
#ManufacturingDay #CTAEDelivers
Happy National Custodian Day! 🧹
Thank you to the custodians and facilities teams who help keep Georgia schools safe, clean, and welcoming every day.
#NationalCustodianDay #GaDOE
Congratulations to the 85 students selected from 1,427 applicants for State School Superintendent Richard Woods’ 2026-2027 Student Advisory Council! 🎉 Members will share their experiences, provide feedback, and complete service projects. url.gadoe.org/tgxew
Another historic high! 🎓
The statewide four-year graduation rate increased to 88.5%—the highest ever recorded in Georgia.
Congrats to our students and everyone who supported them along the way!
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#ClassOf2026 #GAPublicSchools #PreparingAllStudentsForLife
