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School board service is more complex than ever—and ongoing training is key to keeping up. In this episode of The Georgia Classroom podcast, GSBA President John Jackson and GSSA President Dr. Noris Price—both leaders from Baldwin County Schools—discuss how continuous professional development strengthens governance, builds trust, and empowers boards to lead with clarity and purpose.

In this episode of The Georgia Classroom – Conversations with GSBA, Executive Director Valarie Wilson leads a timely discussion on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in K-12 education. AI is transforming how schools approach instruction, operations, and student support—but what does that mean for school boards, educators, and students?Joining the conversation are: Dr. Aaron Turpin, Assistant Superintendent of Technology, Hall County Schools Adam Garry, President of Strategic Edu Consulting Cornelius Ball, GSBA Vice President and Turner County Board MemberTogether, they explore AI's potential in the classroom, policy and governance considerations, cybersecurity risks, and preparing students for an AI-driven workforce. Plus, hear about GSBA's upcoming AI Summit on May 1, 2025, where education leaders will dive deeper into these critical topics.

Transportation Department Roles in a Crisis Event, featuring Jason Ayers, Transportation Director , Barrow County School District.

SchoolDog is a resource provided to our members as a tool for discovering and documenting a wide range of safety issues in schools.

In this inaugural episode of 'The Georgia Classroom - Conversations with GSBA,' we dive into the critical intersection of student mental health and school safety. Join Valarie Wilson and a diverse panel, including a parent, student, mental health expert, and former superintendent, as they discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Georgia's public schools. From the impact of trauma and stressors on students to the importance of building strong, supportive relationships, this episode offers valuable insights into creating safer, more nurturing school environments.

Risk Pod host David Collard speaks to SchoolDog school security technology founder Buddy Costley about how the system protects your school.

Dave Shanks,  GEMA-Homeland Security Area 1 Coordinator;  Provides detailed information on Behavioral Threat Assessment and how it can work to prevent violent acts in school settings.

Dave Shanks, GEMA-Homeland Security Area 1 Coordinator;  Shares information about the Georgia Emergency Management Agency-Homeland Security school safety resources.   Dave explains the services they can provide to school systems in Georgia in regards to all aspects of safety planning and preparedness.

David Colvard talks to Risk Management Services Member Advocates. Member Advocates are representatives around Georgia who local contacts and help with direct assistance to the Risk Management members. .

David hosts Greg and Charles as they discuss the GSBA Risk Management Crisis Coverage. They will walk through the strategic advantages and how the coverage works to assist Georgia school districts during unforeseen circumstances. Charles explains the services of Jackson Spalding's public relations efforts which is part of the crisis coverage that GSBA RMS offers and how the services allow district leadership to stay focused on what's important, the students. Greg Light, Underwriting Manager, GSBA-RMS Charles Edwards, Member of the Issues Management Practice at Jackson-Spalding Podcast Host- David Colvard, Safety and Risk Control Coordinator, GSBA-RMS

Host David Colvard, GSBA Risk Management, Safety and Risk Control Coordinator speaks with GSBA Risk Management Assistant Director, John Shore and special guest Bill Becker, Field Manager for Boiler and Machinery Risk Control for Travellers. In this episode they will be discussing facility boilers and other machinery as related. .

Host David Collard, GSBA Risk Management Safety Coordinator talks to John Shore, GSBA RMS Assistant Director about the most asked questions of RMS.

The GSBA Risk Management Services (RMS) utilizes representatives known as Member Advocates all around the state. These Member Advocates work as local representative to ensure member school districts have the tools, services and support to be safe and successful.

Join GSBA RMS Safety and Risk Control Coordinator, David Colvard, on the topic of employee injuries: slips, trips and falls. Learn about the issue and how to prevent these all too common issues.

Safety and Risk Control Coordinator, David Colvard discusses the importance of prompt claim reporting. Listen to learn why.

David Collard, Risk Control Coordinator discusses the forgotten safety risk of motorized carts. Learn what you need to know to utilize this useful asset on your school property and beyond.

Join Angela, Scott and Justin to hear a recap of the 2020 Georgia Legislative Session on bills passed, the budget picture and more on k-12 public education. The Session changed drastically from after the March suspension to the June reconvening. Learn the details and priorities that surfaced due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Angela, Scott and Justin discuss the federal and state financial response to COVID-19. Learn updates from the Georgia House and Senate Joint Appropriations virtual meeting and speculation for the General Assembly to reconvene and complete the session.

Angela and Scott recap events over the last week within the Georgia General Assembly. They take us from crossover day, suspension of the 2020 legislative session, all the way through the state and federal response to COVID-19. Learn where the state budget and current public education legislation stands at this point in the session and all the details of how we got here. Politics vs. health crisis.

Join the GSBA lobbying team and hear about this week's legislative update under the gold dome. Get updates on the state budget process and important public education legislation.

Listen to Justin, Angela and Scott discuss the 2020 Georgia legislative session and where the state budget, public education bills and politics stand at this point in the process.

This segment focuses on Advocacy 102, the federal budget. Scott Bierman, GSBA Legislative Services Associate has significant experience dealing with the federal budget during his time in DC as a congressional staffer on the hill. Hear how the process works and what is important to pay attention to.

This episode focuses on what initiatives and direction State School Superintendent Richard Woods, is focused and the role of the Chief of Staff at the department. Segments: State Wide Collaboration- 9:32 Budget Cuts- 16:12 Standards- 21:33 Advocacy Advice- 33:51 Matt’s Final Thoughts- 38:05

We are beginning a series of podcasts on advocating to your state and federal legislators. In this episode, we are discussing advocacy 101, beginning with the basics, to build a foundation to successful conversations with state legislators.

In this GSBA podcast episode 3, hear Angela Palm, GSBA Director for Policy and Legislative Services and Scott Bierman, GSBA Legislative Services Associate walk us through the 2019 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly. We will learn what bills made the final cut this year and what may be left for consideration in the second session of this 155th term.

Listen as Angela Palm, GSBA Director for Policy and Legislative Services and Scott Bierman, GSBA Legislative Services Associate discuss the Georgia General Assembly's crossover day. Learn what actions were taken and what to expect for the remainder of the legislative session.

Listen to the latest on what is impacting public education during this legislative session at the Georgia State Capitol with Angela Palm, GSBA Director for Policy and Legislative Services and Scott Biermann, Legislative Services Associate.