Governor's Office Update on COVID-19 Measures in Georgia
District leaders in Georgia have the support of the Governor's Office and State School Superintendent for 14-day school closures due to COVID-19. There are ongoing developments regarding assessment and accountability systems to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff. Information and resources are available for school safety, meals, and distance learning during closures.
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Governors Office Update on COVID-19 1 Richard Woods, Georgia s School Superintendent | Georgia Department of Education | Educating Georgia s Future
Governor Brian Kemp 2 Richard Woods, Georgia s School Superintendent | Georgia Department of Education | Educating Georgia s Future
School Closures: District leaders have the support of the Governor s Office and State School Superintendent for 14-day closures, as early as Friday 3/13 Districtwide or school-based Please continue to notify Governor s Office, GaDOE, & GaDPH: ian.caraway@georgia.gov, gmcgiboney@doe.k12.ga.us, megan.andrews@dph.ga.gov Governor s Office Update on COVID-19 3 Richard Woods, Georgia s School Superintendent | Georgia Department of Education | Educating Georgia s Future
Assessment & Accountability We are aware of concerns regarding the state s assessment and accountability systems and the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) on these policies. We are closely monitoring events and are developing contingency plans for both the assessment and accountability systems based on different scenarios. The priority must remain the safety and well-being of students and adults. We will make adjustments as needed to our policies to accommodate districts based on the decisions that are made in the best interest of students and staff. The specific adjustments will depend on the course of events; however, please know that we will make adjustments as necessary. 4 Richard Woods, Georgia s School Superintendent | Georgia Department of Education | Educating Georgia s Future
Reminders: Information: gadoe.org/coronavirus School Safety questions: Dr. Garry McGiboney, schoolsafety@doe.k12.ga .us School Meals: Awaiting approval of meal flexibility waiver from USDA Distance Learning: Have a plan in place to continue student learning during extended closure. More information & resources at gadoe.org/coronavirus. Governor s Office Update on COVID-19 5 Richard Woods, Georgia s School Superintendent | Georgia Department of Education | Educating Georgia s Future
