PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA EDUCATORS

The House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Education Performance Metrics and Workforce Stability held its third meeting Sept. 9 in Columbus, Ga. PAGE presented on the need to add salary steps for veteran educators. The committee is chaired by Rep. Bethany Ballard (R-Warner Robins) and has a dual focus on studying Georgia's state accountability assessment, the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), and strengthening the educator workforce. Watch full study committ

The Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) held virtual committee meetings March 11 and a full commission meeting March 12. GaPSC Releases Recommendations to Strengthen Educator Workforce Click for Full Document Student teaching provides vital training and experience, but it can also present unique financial burdens. In late 2025, The GaPSC recommended the creation of pilot program to pay student teachers. HB 310, by Rep. Phil Olaleye (D-Atlanta), would create a