The Georgia Department of Education sets policy for all public schools in the state and implements new laws passed by the Georgia General Assembly. The Department trains teachers and principals, oversees federal education programs, tracks how schools are performing and manages the state’s K-12 budget. The Department also works directly with districts in an advisory capacity on school safety, charter schools and homeless students, among other areas.

There are nearly 200 school systems in Georgia, employing 110,000 teachers. Those systems include Department of Juvenile Justice programs, state chartered schools and state schools for the blind and deaf. In the 2012-13 school year, there were 1.7 million public school students in Georgia attending 2,275 schools.

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Georgia Department of Education

Georgia Department of Education's headquarters in Atlanta, GA, United States

This department develops and manages educational programs and initiatives to enhance learning opportunities.

Education Programs

The Education and Development Team at the Georgia Department of Education focuses on supporting and enhancing the skills and professional growth of educators across the state. They provide specialized training, professional learning opportunities, and resources tailored to various academic disciplines and educational roles. The team also engages with families and communities to bolster student success, assess and improve educational programs, and facilitate effective communication both within the department and with external stakeholders. Their collective efforts are aimed at fostering a high-quality educational environment across Georgia's K-12 schools.

Education and Development Team

The Program Management Team at the Georgia Department of Education is responsible for overseeing and managing various educational programs and initiatives within the state. This includes roles focused on specific areas such as school health, fine arts education, data quality and reporting, school safety, and charter schools, among others. Team members ensure that programs align with state policies, provide support and training to educators, and track program effectiveness to enhance educational outcomes for all students in Georgia.

Program Management Team

The Technology and Development Team at the Georgia Department of Education is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the technological infrastructure that supports the state's public education system. This team ensures the security, interoperability, and performance of various educational software applications and databases, providing technical support and strategic IT planning. Their work directly facilitates the efficient management of education-related data, enhances digital learning platforms, and supports the overall mission of providing quality education for all Georgians.

Technology and Development Team

The Data and Analytics Team at the Georgia Department of Education is responsible for collecting, validating, and analyzing educational data to inform policy decisions and improve school performance. They manage data quality and reporting, ensure data privacy compliance, design data architecture, and conduct research and evaluations. The team collaborates with various stakeholders to support instructional assessment, track educational outcomes, and provide insights for strategic planning.

Data and Analytics Team

The Accounting and Finance team at the Georgia Department of Education is responsible for managing the state’s K-12 education budget, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, processing accounts receivable, overseeing federal and state grants, and maintaining accurate fiscal records. The team also provides timely financial reports and supports auditing processes to ensure proper use of public funds in enhancing educational outcomes across Georgia’s school systems.

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Education and Development Team

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