VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
State School Superintendent to launch Georgia’s Student Bill…
ATLANTA - State School Superintendent will launch a Student Bill of Rights document to guide students' fundamental rights in public schools. Release: The Georgia Department of Education is launching a Student Bill of Rights, a…
Georgia ranks highest teacher morale in nation
ATLANTA - State School Superintendent Woods has released a statement on Georgia's ranking the highest for teacher morale in the nation. Release: Education Week released its Teacher Morale Index, a “year-over-year, multifaceted gauge of how teachers…
Superintendent Woods names 2025 AP Honor Schools
ATLANTA - The State School Superintendent Richard Woods names the 2025 Advanced Placement Honor Schools from 104 school districts. Release: State School Superintendent Richard Woods named 301 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools from 104 school…
State School Superintendent releases statement on FY26 budget…
ATLANTA - State School Superintendent Richard Woods releases a statement on Governor Brian Kemp’s FY26 budget proposal. Release: "Governor Kemp's FY26 budget proposal includes $523 million to fully fund K-12 education, $159 million to strengthen…
State School Superintendent calls for enhancements in school…
ATLANTA - State School Superintendent Richard Woods calls for school safety enhancements in the wake of the Apalachee tragedy. Release: “As we reflect on the tragedy at Apalachee High School, it is crucial that we…
Superintendent releases update on AP, IB, dual enrollment…
ATLANTA - The State School Superintendent Richard Woods releases an update on AP, IB, and dual enrollment course adoption. Release: “Over the past several weeks, I have sought guidance and clarity regarding the extent to…
GA School Superintendent releases statement on African American…
ATLANTA - State School Superintendent Richard Woods releases a statement concerning the AP African American Studies course. Release: “There has been an African American Studies course code in the catalog of state-funded courses since 2020.…
Lanier Middle School teacher named as finalist for…
LANIER, CO. - A Lanier County Middle School eighth-grade teacher was announced as a finalist for Georgia Teacher of the Year. Release: State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced the full list of finalists for 2025…