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Michelle Wirth

Michelle, GCSA's Director of Communications, is an award-winning journalist with a background in strategic communications. She has a Master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Journalism and a Bachelor’s in Communications from the University of Denver.

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State Charter Schools Commission of Georgia Approves Two GCSA Incubator Schools

Published: July 31, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Georgia families will soon have access to more high-quality public school options, following a decision by the State Charter Schools Commission of Georgia (SCSC). On Wednesday, the SCSC approved two public charter schools participating in the Georgia Charter Schools Association’s Charter Incubator program—a competitive and rigorous, year-long training process that recruits and trains top talent to start or replicate public charter schools in Georgia. The Simple Vue Academy and The Wright Community School were among only three new start-up charter school petitions approved by the SCSC for the 2025-2026 school year.

GCSA Names Bonnie Holliday as President and CEO

Published: July 17, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Dr. Bonnie Holliday officially assumed the role of President and CEO of the Georgia Charter Schools Association on Monday, July 1. Bonnie was selected by GCSA’s Board of Directors following […]

GCSA Welcomes Rahn Mayo as VP of Policy and Advocacy

Published: July 16, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

The Georgia Charter Schools Association is proud to welcome Rahn Mayo as GCSA’s new Vice President of Policy and Advocacy. Rahn will begin his new position on Monday, July 15, […]

Regional Field Director, New School Development (Contractor)

Published: June 28, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

As a pivotal member of our GCSA New School Development Team, the Regional Field Director, New School Development  plays a vital role in fostering community engagement, recruiting qualified leaders, building relationships with stakeholders, and advocating for educational reform. The Field Director will spearhead the recruitment of talented and diverse leaders, establish strategic partnerships, enhance public support for charter schools, and represent our organization at key events and forums.

GCSA’s Financial Management Courses Offered This Summer & Fall

Published: June 18, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants**  ENROLL NOW in GCSA’s Financial Management Courses!  GCSA’s Financial Management Courses are tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools. GCSA’s […]

GCSA Listening Session & Information Update Call – Aug. 23

Published: June 4, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Mark your calendars! GCSA will hold a virtual Legislative Listening Session on Friday, Aug. 23, at 10 a.m. during our first Information Update Call of the school year. This session […]

Excelsior Village Academies Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony

Published: May 21, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

The Georgia Charter Schools Association congratulates Excelsior Village Academies (EVA) on its recent groundbreaking ceremony. The event was held on Saturday, May 11, at EVA’s future 37-acre campus in Stockbridge and marks a major milestone. The state-authorized charter school participated in GCSA’s Incubator program and is scheduled to open to students in grades K-3 this fall. Excelsior Village Academies will serve students in Fulton, Clayton, Henry, and Dekalb counties, with plans to expand through the eighth grade.

GCSA Announces Lisa McDonald as VP of School Success

Published: May 7, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

The Georgia Charter Schools Association (GCSA) is excited to introduce Lisa McDonald as our new Vice President of School Success. Lisa will assume this vital position in July, bringing with her almost 30 years of […]

DeKalb Charter Schools Prevail in Lawsuit Against the DeKalb County School Distric

Published: April 30, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Seven DeKalb County Charter schools have won a prolonged legal battle against the DeKalb County School District (DCSD). On April 30, the Georgia Supreme Court denied DCSD’s request to hear […]

2024 Senior Recognition: Nominate Outstanding Graduates

Published: April 23, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

GCSA wants to recognize high-achieving public charter school seniors in the class of 2024. Nominate an outstannding senior today! We will feature these high-achieving graduates on our social media platforms […]

Gov. Kemp Signs Bills to Benefit Georgia’s Public Charter Schools

Published: April 23, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Gov. Brian Kemp signed two pivotal bills for Georgia’s public charter schools during a ceremony today at the Georgia Capitol. House Bill 318 increases transparency, improves oversight of Georgia’s charter schools and authorizers, protects charter school autonomy, and ensures public charter schools receive the funding to which they are entitled under state law. House Bill 1122 provides an estimated $6 million in additional funding for charter school principals and superintendents. In addition to allocating more funding for principals and superintendents in charter schools, the legislation also clarifies that charter school enrollment priority may be given to children of “part-time” paraprofessionals and other employees who work in charter schools.

GCSA Names Bonnie Holliday as President and CEO 

Published: April 19, 2024   |   No Comments  |  Read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2024  ATLANTA, GA  — The Board of the Georgia Charter Schools Association (GCSA) announced today that Bonnie Holliday, Ph.D., has been selected as President and […]

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