Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education

05/29/2026

Our very own Director of Policy & Research, Matthew Smith, recently published an op-ed in the The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on what Georgia needs to do maintain a robust education and workforce pipeline:

Developing better, more comprehensive data systems will play a major role in Georgia reducing the gap between preparation and workforce readiness.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Cohort of the Georgia Education Policy Fellowship (GEPF)! 🎉

Last night, we celebrated a remarkable group of leaders who have dedicated the past year to deepening their understanding of education policy, strengthening cross-sector relationships, and advancing opportunities for students across Georgia.

Throughout this journey, these Fellows brought diverse perspectives, thoughtful leadership, and a shared commitment to improving education in our state. From engaging in meaningful dialogue to exploring complex policy challenges, the Class of 2026 demonstrated the collaboration and vision needed to help shape Georgia’s future.

As they join a growing network of GEPF alumni, we are excited to see how they will continue to lead, advocate, and make an impact in their communities and across the state.

Your leadership matters, and Georgia is stronger because of your commitment to education excellence.

We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 cohort now: https://lnkd.in/dbbqiquz

05/14/2026

Strong education systems require strong leaders.

The Georgia Education Policy Fellowship (GEPF) equips professionals across sectors with the knowledge, relationships, and leadership skills needed to advance education in Georgia.

Whether you work in education, business, government, advocacy, or the nonprofit sector, GEPF offers a powerful opportunity to:

✔ Build policy knowledge
✔ Connect with statewide leaders
✔ Explore Georgia’s most pressing education challenges
✔ Grow your leadership impact

Applications for Cohort 19 are now open through June 19, 2026.

Explore the program and apply: https://lnkd.in/dbbqiquz

05/11/2026

If you missed our family literacy Critical Issues Forum in March, the recording is now on-demand. https://vimeo.com/1186131910

04/17/2026

🎧 New episodes just dropped!

The Georgia Partnership’s Ten-Minute Top Ten is back with fresh insights from education leaders shaping early learning across Georgia.

➡️ Episode 18 w/ Hanah Goldberg of Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students (GEEARS): How early learning fuels economic development
➡️ Episode 19 w/ Megan Miller & Chelsea Owens of CCR&R of Southeast Georgia: Why community collaboration is key to lasting impact

Big ideas. Quick listens. Real impact. Listen now: https://gpee.org/podcasts/
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04/16/2026

Economic mobility depends on more than access. It requires completion and connection to careers. The 2026 EdQuest State Plan links education pathways to workforce needs across Georgia.
Read more: https://bit.ly/2026EdQuestStatePlan

04/14/2026

Cross-sector collaboration is essential to improving education and workforce outcomes across Georgia. The 2026 EdQuest State Plan emphasizes alignment between state leaders, communities, and partners.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/2026EdQuestStatePlan

04/09/2026

42.2 percent of Georgians have a credential of value. The state’s economic future depends on raising that number. The 2026 EdQuest State Plan outlines strategies to expand access and completion.
See the full plan: https://bit.ly/2026EdQuestStatePlan

04/07/2026

Access to early care remains one of the biggest barriers for working families. The 2026 EdQuest State Plan explores how new investments can stabilize and expand Georgia’s early learning system.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/2026EdQuestStatePlan

02/06/2026

Rural communities across Georgia have strong assets that can be better aligned through cross-sector investment. Issue 9 of the 2026 Top Ten explores how state leaders can support rural transformation through talent, quality of life, and leadership capacity. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2026TopTen