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Stephanie Milner created the group Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) for Special Educators of Exceptional Children

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:57:31 -0500

aprilnicholson replied to the discussion Unpacking Document in the forum 2021 Summer Literacy Conference

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:42:37 -0400

Reply to Unpacking Document

I would love the link as well, at your convenience!

aprilmeavenson@gmail.com

Thank you!

tessasbaker posted an update:

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Marcie Singletary posted an update in the group Office of School and District Improvement: T&L Spotlight: WIDA Language Charts Explore & download: […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:25:40 -0400

T&L Spotlight: WIDA Language Charts Explore & download: https://wida.wisc.edu/revisingaccess Check out this powerful tool to connect ACCESS assessment to instruction. Clear proficiency descriptors. Classroom-ready support. Great for all teachers, no language background needed.

Dana Munson posted an update in the group Teaching and Learning: 📚 T&L Teacher Connections: […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:16:56 -0400

📚 T&L Teacher Connections: Welcome Back, Georgia Teachers! 🎉

🔗https://url.gadoe.org/478hs

As the 2025–2026 school year begins, thank you for bringing your energy, dedication, and heart to our classrooms. Your impact on students, families, and colleagues sets the stage for a year full of growth and success. Check out our latest edition of Teacher…

Dana Munson posted an update in the group Teaching and Learning: 🌟 T&L Spotlight: WIDA Language Charts 🗣️🗣️🔗 Explore […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:02:58 -0400

🌟 T&L Spotlight: WIDA Language Charts 🗣️🗣️

🔗 Explore & download: https://wida.wisc.edu/revisingaccess

Check out this powerful tool to connect ACCESS assessment to instruction.

✅ Clear proficiency descriptors

✅ Classroom-ready support

✅ Great for all teachers, no language background needed

#GaDOE #GaDOEESOL #ESOL #WIDA #MLL…

Marcie Singletary posted an update in the group Office of School and District Improvement: Frequently used resources from the Office of Whole […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:48:53 -0400

Frequently used resources from the Office of Whole Child Supports includes a link to professional learning, GaMTSS tools and supports, School Safety grants, awards, and checklists, and attendance tools. OWCS Resources One-pager.pdf

Marcie Singletary posted an update in the group Office of School and District Improvement: Attendance Webinar Series October 30, 2025, 9 a.m. - 3 […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:42:16 -0400

Attendance Webinar Series October 30, 2025, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Middle Georgia State University, Macon, GA This hands-on session (virtual and in-person options) is for school and district leaders working to improve attendance. Three-person district teams will engage in peer-to-peer learning and work together to identify strategies matched to the… Read more

Jeff Hodges posted an update in the group School Safety: Student Mental Health / Behavioral Health […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:38:30 -0400

Student Mental Health / Behavioral Health Services Grant

Georgia’s FY26 state budget established $19.6 million for student mental health services and supports. At its August 20, 2025 meeting, the State Board of Education approved state mental health grant funds for school districts based on a state-defined formula of $20,000 to each middle school…

Marcie Singletary posted an update in the group Office of School and District Improvement: Grant Opportunity Georgia’s FY26 state budget established […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:30:17 -0400

Grant Opportunity Georgia’s FY26 state budget established $19.6 million for student mental health services and supports. At its August 20, 2025, meeting, the State Board of Education approved state mental health grant funds for school districts based on a state-defined formula of $20,000 to each middle school and high school. This document…

Kim Conley posted an update in the group Office of Whole Child Supports: To meet the requirements of O.C.G.A. §20-2- 775(c)(4-5) […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:15:51 -0400

To meet the requirements of O.C.G.A. §
20-2- 775(c)(4-5) and provide flexibility
for schools, the Georgia Composite
Board (GCB) has authorized
nonphysicians who are CPR and AED
trained to serve as an authorized person
regarding the oversight of automated in
schools. See the attached document for details.

GCMB-response-to-OCGA-20-2-775-AED-08.2025.pdf 203 kb pdf

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Cherri Nix posted an update in the group STEM/STEAM: Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:43:43 -0400

Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week for you!

Do you have a school garden? Are you looking to find new and innovative ideas on how to build a culinary culture? Check out this FREE virtual training hosted by our amazing School Nutrition Team. It is open to all K-12 educators. Culinary Connections – GaDOE Community

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Cherri Nix posted an update in the group Elementary School STEM/STEAM: Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:43:41 -0400

Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week for you!

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Cherri Nix posted an update in the group Middle School STEM/STEAM: Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:43:39 -0400

Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week for you!

Drop a line…

Cherri Nix posted an update in the group High School STEM/STEAM: Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week […]

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:43:37 -0400

Welcome to Wednesday! Here is a tip of the week for you!

Drop a line…

Jeff Hodges posted an update in the group School Safety: Substance Use Prevention Resources and Strategies for […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:15:16 -0400

Substance Use Prevention Resources and Strategies for K-12 Schools

SchoolSafety.gov launched a new youth substance use topic page, which features evidence-based practices and guidance to help members of the K-12 community prevent and reduce youth substance use. The new page includes close to 40 resources and stategies to address youth substance…

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Emily Adams posted an update in the group Deaf & Hard of Hearing Professionals Community: Hi everyone! I wanted to make sure you are all aware of […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:59:47 -0400

Hi everyone! I wanted to make sure you are all aware of two upcoming professional development opportunities being offered by GaDOE. The first is an Assessment Accommodations Webinar specifically for students who are D/HH or B/VI. I, along with Mary Nesbit-McBride from The Assessment Division will be sharing information about testing…

Dana Munson: 💻T&L Spotlight: […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:45:31 -0400

💻T&L Spotlight: Computer Science Teacher Implementation Workshop – Fall Cohort 🍂

Join us this fall for the Computer Science Teacher Implementation Workshop — a dynamic, two-part series designed to support teachers at every level of CS experience.

✅ Practical strategies ✅ Classroom-ready resources ✅ Deeper understanding of Georgia’s K–12 CS…

Dana Munson: 🚀 T&L Spotlight: […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:38:43 -0400

🚀 T&L Spotlight: Two exciting Computer Science grants Available Now!

🔗 Apply now: https://gadoe.org/grants-awards-diploma-seals/grant-opportunities/

📅 Deadline to apply: October 3, 2025 at 5 p.m.

💻 CSTC Grant – Supports teacher training, certification, and endorsements for middle and high school CS educators.
🔧 CSTEC Grant – Provides equipment…

cynthiabargeron replied to the discussion EIP Groups in the forum EIP Professional Learning Community

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:28:58 -0400

Reply to EIP Groups

Thanks so much! I will certainly reach out!

cynthiabargeron replied to the discussion EIP Groups in the forum EIP Professional Learning Community

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:28:20 -0400

Reply to EIP Groups

Are you all using the iREADY textbooks as well or just the program? Trying to figure out how to best implement if we are only using the online platform.

Dana Munson: 🌟✏️ Teaching & Learning Spotlight: From Peanuts to Peace […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:27:26 -0400

🌟✏️ Teaching & Learning Spotlight: From Peanuts to Peace ✏️

For more info🔗https://url.gadoe.org/6te9p

🌟 The Jimmy Carter National Historical Park invites students across the country to participate in the 2025 Peanut Festival Postcard Contest—a celebration of creativity, civic engagement, and the legacy of President Carter.

🎨 Theme: From Peanuts to…

Gwen Stafford posted an update in the group Elementary Health & P.E.: What health textbook do you use for grades K-2 and […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:07:43 -0400

What health textbook do you use for grades K-2 and grades 3-5? Any recommendations?

Matthew Terry posted an update in the group Fit Georgia Teachers: I used to be able to sign in and it would remain on the […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:26:06 -0400

I used to be able to sign in and it would remain on the home screen and not take me to my classes.

Now when I try to sign in it is giving me

We’re sorry, but something went wrong. Please try again, and if this persists, contact the website administrator.Error ID # [55d371d3-a302-40ad-85a4-bab3633734b8]

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Russell Paine posted an update in the group iTT: 📲iTT#23: Igniting EdTech Innovation! — Spark New Ideas for […]

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:59:25 -0400

📲iTT#23: Igniting EdTech Innovation! — Spark New Ideas for the 2025–26 School Year!!!

📣Tuesday | August 26 | 1:00 PM

🎤 Speakers include:

✨ Kawanna M. Jones (SWGA RESA)
✨ Brock Murphy & Krystina O’Bryant (Parent ProTech)
✨ Meghan, Dana, & Oluremi (GaDOE)

🔥Mini Tech Slam 🚀 Daniel Rivera (Effingham County)

💡 Fresh ideas. Real strategies. Georgia’s top…

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Instructional Tech Talks (iTT) - GaDOE Community

Stacie Lamb posted an update in the group Fit Georgia Managers: Hello,The rosters are now available, is there […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 17:52:30 -0400

Hello,

The rosters are now available, is there assessment window dates available. If so, where do I find these dates? Thank you.

Tyra Mills posted an update in the group Special Education Leadership Development Academy (SELDA): FY26 August SELDA Handouts

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 17:01:23 -0400

FY26 August SELDA Handouts

Sarah Welch posted an update in the group 9-12 ELA Teachers: Join us for Session 2A of our L4GA-sponsored […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:44:36 -0400

Join us for Session 2A of our L4GA-sponsored disciplinary literacy professional learning series this afternoon; today’s focus will be on social studies and is appropriate for both social studies and ELA teachers of students in grades 4-12!

Today, 8/25 | 3–4 p.m.
Led by Dr. Laurie Lee & Dr. Kevin Smith (Florida Center for Reading Research)

We will…

Sarah Welch posted an update in the group 6-8 ELA Teachers: Join us for Session 2A of our L4GA-sponsored […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:44:07 -0400

Today, 8/25 | 3–4 p.m.
Led by Dr. Laurie Lee & Dr. Kevin Smith (Florida Center for Reading Research)

We will…

Sarah Welch posted an update in the group 3-5 ELA Teachers: Join us for Session 2A of our L4GA-sponsored […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:43:00 -0400

Today, 8/25 | 3–4 p.m.
Led by Dr. Laurie Lee & Dr. Kevin Smith (Florida Center for Reading Research)

We will…

Belinda Tiller posted an update in the group Special Education Leadership Development Academy (SELDA): PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITYSpecial […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:41:11 -0400

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY

Special Education Communication Matrix Training

The Communication Matrix is an assessment tool with robust scientific and clinical roots that helps those who support people with severe communication difficulties find a path to self-expression. It pinpoints an individual’s current communication level and gives a…

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Communication Matrix Training - GaDOE Community

Belinda Tiller posted an update in the group Special Education Leadership Development Academy (SELDA): PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITYAssessment for Students […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:39:48 -0400

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY

Assessment for Students Who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or Visually Impaired Webinar

This session highlights key assessment accommodations and test administration procedures for students who are deaf or hard of hearing or have visual impairments. The focus is on ensuring students can easily access test content…

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Assessment for Students Who Are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or Visually Impaired - GaDOE Community

Sarah Welch posted an update in the group GaDOE ELA: Join us for Session 2A of our L4GA-sponsored […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:38:47 -0400

Today, 8/25 | 3–4 p.m.
Led by Dr. Laurie Lee & Dr. Kevin Smith (Florida Center for Reading Research)

We will be diving into the…

Lynn Custer posted an update in the group 3-5 ELA Teachers: Good Afternoon! I have a question that came up in […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:38:19 -0400

Good Afternoon! I have a question that came up in planning with one of our schools. In the ELA Word-Analysis document for 5th grade div is listed as a prefix with a meaning of two and the example is divide. In preparing to meet with teachers she has found that di would be the prefix meaning two and that div is a latin root meaning to separate.…

Belinda Tiller posted an update in the group Special Education Directors: UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITYAssessment […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:37:37 -0400

UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY

Assessment for Students Who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or Visually Impaired Webinar

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Assessment for Students Who Are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or Visually Impaired - GaDOE Community

LaTonya Brown replied to the discussion EIP Groups in the forum EIP Professional Learning Community

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:36:12 -0400

Reply to EIP Groups

Hi Cynthia-

We use the Numeracy Project. Please feel free to send me an email latonya_brown@dekalbschoolsga.org

Belinda Tiller posted an update in the group Special Education Directors: UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITYSpecial […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:36:09 -0400

UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY

Special Education Communication Matrix Training

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Communication Matrix Training - GaDOE Community

susangranger posted an update: Within the Word analysis documents of the new […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:51:10 -0400

Within the Word analysis documents of the new 2025-2026 standards, fifth grade students are required to learn the prefix div-, meaning two, example divide. Is this correct?

Belinda Tiller posted an update in the group Special Education Leadership Development Academy (SELDA): SELDA Schedule for FY26(repost).

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:15:21 -0400

SELDA Schedule for FY26(repost).

Ronda Walker replied to the discussion Unpacking Document in the forum 2021 Summer Literacy Conference

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:14:50 -0400

Reply to Unpacking Document

Please send rondawalker@lcboe.net

Dana Munson posted an update: 🏃‍♂️ T&L Spotlight: Physical Education🎥 […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:12:55 -0400

🏃‍♂️ T&L Spotlight: Physical Education🎥 The FIT Georgia webinars

Now available—on-demand and packed with practical tools for PE teachers! 🔗https://url.gadoe.org/3scuf

💡 What you’ll gain:

✅ Overview of FIT Georgia Benchmarks

✅ Fitness assessment tips

✅ App walkthrough & updates

📺 Watch anytime:

👟 Teacher Webinar

📊 Managers Webinar

🏫 School Admin…

Lavita Williams posted an update in the group Middle School Computer Science: T&L Spotlight: Career Exploration in Computer Science

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:12:05 -0400

T&L Spotlight: Career Exploration in Computer Science

Date: August 26, 2025 (Join us Tomorrow)

https://login.community.gadoe.org/events/inspire-resource-of-the-month-career-exploration-in-computer-science

Time: 3:30–5:00 PM (Virtual)

Audience: Grades 5–12 Educators, CTAE Directors & Teachers, Teacher Leaders

Focus: Explore GaDOE Inspire: Careers in…

Lavita Williams posted an update in the group Computer Science: T&L Spotlight: Career Exploration in Computer Science […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:10:55 -0400

T&L Spotlight: Career Exploration in Computer Science

Date: August 26, 2025 (Join us Tomorrow)

https://login.community.gadoe.org/events/inspire-resource-of-the-month-career-exploration-in-computer-science

Time: 3:30–5:00 PM (Virtual)

Audience: Grades 5–12 Educators, CTAE Directors & Teachers, Teacher Leaders

Focus: Explore GaDOE Inspire:…

Dana Munson: 🔦 T&L Spotlight: Career Exploration in Computer Science 💻

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:53:20 -0400

🔦 T&L Spotlight: Career Exploration in Computer Science 💻

📅 Date: August 26, 2025

🔗https://login.community.gadoe.org/events/inspire-resource-of-the-month-career-exploration-in-computer-science

⏰ Time: 3:30–5:00 PM (Virtual)

🎯 Audience: Grades 5–12 Educators, CTAE Directors & Teachers, Teacher Leaders

🧠 Focus: Explore GaDOE Inspire: Careers in CS…

Lisa Hockaday posted an update in the group GaDOE ELA: Hi! Is there an updated Lexile chart/resource that we […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:52:21 -0400

Hi! Is there an updated Lexile chart/resource that we should be referring to? Are we going by the information from this site: https://gadoe.org/assessment-accountability/lexile-framework/ or is there somewhere else I should be looking? Thanks!

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Lexile Framework for Reading – Georgia Department of Education

Lexile measures are a resource for parents and educators that focus on improving reading skills and increasing adolescent literacy. These Lexile measures can

aaronmorandini posted an update in the group School Safety: As a school safety leader, you’re often one of the first […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:19:45 -0400

As a school safety leader, you’re often one of the first trusted adults a student turns to and sometimes one of the few who sees the signs that something isn’t right.

This National Suicide Prevention Month, Navigate360 invites you to a free, live webinar designed to equip safety leaders like you with tools to proactively identify and…

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Supporting Students, Saving Lives: Expert Perspectives on Suicide Prevention in Schools

Join experts on September 18 for a live webinar focusing on suicide prevention strategies in schools to support student mental health and foster early intervention.

Belinda Tiller posted an update in the group Special Education Leadership Development Academy (SELDA): Just a reminder that SELDA is tomorrow in Macon at […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:08:05 -0400

Just a reminder that SELDA is tomorrow in Macon at Middle Georgia State University. Please print the parking pass and place in your car window. We will begin at 9:00 and have a full agenda for the day and look forward to how your month has been. We can not wait to see you!

Cassandra Gaul posted an update in the group Fit Georgia Managers: Good Morning! Teacher accounts and rosters are live in […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:00:20 -0400

Good Morning! Teacher accounts and rosters are live in Fit Georgia! Teachers should see the Fit Georgia icon in their GaConnects Staff launch pad.

IF teachers are unable to see the icon or the PE Teacher tab on the site, Fit Georgia Managers (FGM) and/or School Admin should check the teacher’s email address.

Email addresses in Fit Georgia…

Meghan Money posted an update in the group Fit Georgia Teachers: Still having trouble signing in to GaConnects to get […]

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:59:01 -0400

Still having trouble signing in to GaConnects to get to FitGA. One of my coworkers was able to sign in, but the other 2 of us cannot. When I go to reset my password, it tells me that password recovery has either been disabled or my username is not valid. Anyone else still having trouble?

Cassandra Gaul started the discussion ✔️ Teacher Access and Email Addresses in the forum Fit Goergia Pilot

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:57:32 -0400

✔️ Teacher Access and Email Addresses

Good Morning! Teacher accounts and rosters are live in Fit Georgia! Teachers should see the Fit Georgia icon in their GaConnects Staff launch pad.

IF teachers are unable to see the icon or the PE Teacher tab on the site, Fit Georgia Managers (FGM) and/or School Admin should check the teacher’s email address.

Email addresses in Fit Georgia…