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News and Upcoming Events




Conference Keynoter - Dr. John Lounsbury Announcing The GMSA Road Show!

We are excited to offer the second of our 'Road Show' Conferences in the Metro Region. This quality professional development is being brought to you at a very affordable cost. The first one featured our State Superintendent, Kathy Cox, and this one offers the opportunity to hear from one of the greatest middle level advocates of all times - Dr. John Lounsbury!

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Download the Online GMSA Roadshow Registration Form

We are offering four conference sites located throughout Georgia for your convenience. Click for details and locations.




GMSA is excited to make available the latest edition of 'This We Believe: Keys to Educating Young Adolescents' and the companion, 'Research & Resources In Support of This We Believe! These are must reads for those who work with middle level students. The fundamental beliefs and philosophies presented in earlier editions have been revised and reorganized in a way that clarifies the Essential Attributes, and 16 Characteristics so that they are easy to understand no matter the audience.

Research & Resources In Support of This We Believe This We Believe Keys to Educating Young Adolescents

We hope you will visit the bookstore on our website to purchase your set today.


You can purchase the books by clicking on the pictures to the right. These resources could be used to conduct professional development for your staff.




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