PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA EDUCATORS

The   Senate Study Committee on Combating Chronic Absenteeism in Schools  met Oct. 16 at the Georgia State Capitol. Committee Chair John Kennedy (R-Macon) opened the meeting  with an explanation of  the difference between chronic absenteeism and truancy .   He explained  that student truancy is generally defined by excessive unexcused absences, while chronic student absenteeism encompasses both excused and unexcused absences. PAGE Survey Shows Educators Believe Absenteeism is

Students in the College of Education at Georgia State University (GSU) joined Rep. Phil Olaleye (D-Atlanta), PAGE staff, and GSU faculty for an in-depth discussion of challenges students face during their student teaching. Major themes frequently mentioned during the meeting echoed PAGE member survey findings, including teacher preparation affordability and access to health insurance and mental health services. Several students shared they have had to scale back hours or quit

The Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) met virtually Oct. 8 and 9. Educator Preparation and Certification Rules Posted for Public Comment Commissioners approved to post several Educator Preparation rule a

The Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) held its bimonthly Board of Trustees meeting Sept. 24, 2025. Trustees received updates on...