Rachel Kinsaul, an agricultural science teacher at Morgan County High School, is the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year. State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced the selection at a banquet held May 30 at Lanier Islands to celebrate all District Teachers of the Year.
More than 12% of Georgia’s school-age children are affected by asthma. In the continuation of our Health Barriers to Learning series, we explore this often overlooked problem in our schools and learn how the creation of asthma-friendly spaces can improve student learning. Join us in conversation with Dr. Maisha Otway, principal at College Park Elementary, and Daija Norwood, fifth-grade teacher at High Point Elementary, to learn more about asthma-friendly practices.
As Georgia kicks off its new “Teach in the Peach” campaign, we’re celebrating the passion and purpose behind the profession with stories from the classroom, campus, and beyond. Join us in conversation with 2024 Georgia Teacher of the Year, Christy Todd, along with Jay Lovett and Jonathan Feicht. Whether you’re a veteran, a newbie, or just curious—this episode is for you. Let’s talk recruitment, retention, and the future of teaching in Georgia.
GPB’s education team is seeking Georgia educators to join the 2025–26 Education Advisory Group. Share your expertise, collaborate with fellow teachers, and help shape classroom resources for schools across Georgia. Members meet virtually and receive a stipend and a special gift from GPB. Applications accepted through 31 July 2025!
During Autism Acceptance Month, discover Carl the Collector—a curious raccoon who shows us the beauty in seeing the world a little differently. His unique perspective teaches us that our differences make us special.
PBS KIDS celebrates National Poetry Month by inviting kids and families to discover the joy of poetry together. From reading poems aloud to creating your own, explore fun activities and resources that bring words to life!
Be present and accounted for in learning the strategies that address chronic absenteeism. Hear Dr. Duke Bradley III (superintendent, Newton County Schools) and Dr. Dana Rickman (president and CEO, GPEE) as they discuss how to improve student attendance.
Put STEM theory into practice with the modern day science fair! Join us in conversation with Shelley Kozowski, Science Fair Coordinator at Whitewater High School and Laura Brewer, the program director of the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair.
To celebrate Arts in Education month, we're rerunning one of our favorite arts episodes! Join us in conversation with music teachers, Melissa Delman and Michael Kobito to learn how music can develop a greater sense of community and collaboration in our classrooms.
In honor of Pi Day, we're rerunning this special episode with tips on getting students excited about numbers in math class and beyond! Join us in conversation with Seticia Smith of Oak Hill Middle School to learn more.
In this installment of our Health Barriers to Learning series, we offer an uplifting tale of local healthcare partnerships providing resources that help student health and learning flourish. Join us in conversations with Dr. Katina Cooper of Grady County Schools to learn more.
Jump into "Skillsville," where Cora, Rae, and Dev level up their life skills through epic virtual adventures! From problem-solving to staying focused, they’re mastering the skills they need to succeed, exploring careers, and having a blast along the way!
When students are struggling with health conditions, educators can respond with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to help their students succeed under difficult circumstances. Join us for the continuation of our Health Barriers to Learning series with guests Ashley Pitts and Emily McCracken of the Colquitt County School District.
A school nurse and a teacher work together to overcome a major barrier to learning: access to health services. Join us for the kickoff of our special series of episodes on Health Barriers to Learning with guests Amanda Dubreuiel and Shannon Bynum ofBen Hill County Middle School.
Want to encourage student innovation? Foster the spirit of invention! Join us in conversation with Scott Frank, Roxanne Moore, and Julia Varnedoe to learn more about student invention and intellectual property's role in protecting student ideas.
Back by popular demand, GPB is holding free spring assessments review webinars throughout March and providing 8th-12th grade educators with fresh ideas and access to the thousands of free classroom resources from GPB and PBS LearningMedia. This year’s focus is creating a boot camp review that will enhance test prep and focus on foundational knowledge and skills.
2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year Holly Witcher has 23 years in education. In our season 6 premiere, Witcher reflects on her journey as a special education teacher at Tesnatee Gap Elementary, her love for overcoming challenges, and the joy of celebrating student growth. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation with one of Georgia’s most beloved educators!
2024 was another great year for Georgia Public Broadcasting’s education team! This year, we delivered new content for teachers, students, and families. We also had the opportunity to meet so many new people in our community and introduce them to free educational resources offered by GPB, PBS LearningMedia, and PBS KIDS. To celebrate the end of the year, here are some of our favorite highlights of 2024.
