News and Upcoming Events
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The Countdown to the 34th Annual Conference & Exhibit is On!Gather at the newly renovated Marriott Riverfront Hotel in Savannah with your fellow middle level colleagues from across the state to share ideas and make new friends...
The Marriott is teaming up with GMSA to offer the same quality venue at last year's conference rate. Hotel guests can also enjoy complimentary internet service in their guestrooms as well as discounted parking. Attendees must make room reservations no later than February 3, 2012, to secure the conference rate of $155.00 single/double room.
As a 'thank you' for staying at the Marriott, hotel guests will be eligible for one of 3 drawings to be announced at the reception of:
50% off Registration for the 2013 conference
$50.00 VISA gift card
Enjoy the convenience and camaraderie of staying at the conference site on River Street!
Make your reservations at the Marriott Riverfront Hotel (912-233-7722) or at Marriott Riverfront Hotel
Keynote Speaker Dr. Neila ConnersNow is the time to make your plans to join us in Savannah for our 34th Annual Conference and Exhibit, February 27-28, 2012! We are pleased to feature Dr. Neila Connors as our Keynote Speaker. Educators from in-state and out-of-state will be sharing their best practices and great ideas with middle level educators from across the state. For more information, please see the feature article included in this newsletter. Also included is a tentative list of concurrent sessions for your review.
GMSA is now accepting applications to exhibit at our upcoming 34th Annual Conference and Exhibit, February 27-28, 2012. Click here for more information or contact Kimothy Jarrett.
GMSA thanks Chase Bank for their support of our Teacher Grant Program. Stop by a branch and vote for us and put more grants in the hands of our teachers!
Click here for more information.
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.
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.
Congratulations to our new Lighthouse and Beacon Schools to Watch!
Lighthouse Schools
Lee Middle School, Sharpsburg, Dr. Bob Heaberlin, Principal
Beacon Schools
Holcomb Bridge Middle School, Alpharetta, Ms. Joy Schroerlucke, Principal
Congratulations to our newly redesignated Lighthouse Schools:
Crabapple Middle School, Roswell, Dr. Nathan Buhl, Principal (3rd redesignation)
Gladden Middle School, Chatsworth, Dr. Ardith Bates, Principal (2nd redesignation)
Webb Bridge Middle School, Alpharetta, Ms. Susan Opferman, Principal (2nd redesignation)
Hahira Middle School, Hahira, Ms. Janet Hendley, Principal (1st redesignation)
Morgan County Middle School, Madison, Dr. Joe Hutcheson, Principal (1st redesignation)
Pickens County Middle School, Jasper, Dr. Chris LeMieux, Principal (1st redesignation)
Meet your GMSA Board Members! Please let us know how we can help by contacting your Regional Liaison. ...View Board Members >>>
Georgia Lighthouse Schools to Watch news...click here >>>
