Message from the Dean...

Welcome to the School of Education at North Georgia College & State University! For over thirty years we have been committed to developing new teacher leaders and agency specialists, providing continuing professional development for inservice teachers, and collaborating with our colleagues in K-12 schools and agencies to ensure that the children in the north Georgia area have the best educational opportunities possible.

In addition to their incredible commitment to superior professional preparation and continuous development, the School of Education faculty and staff are extremely active in our local schools, agencies and organizations as consultants, researchers, and presenters. They are also marvelous Teacher Leaders and Reflective Practitioners who take great pride in their work.

There is nothing more important than the education of our children and youth, and we are honored to be involved in this work. We hope that you will join us during one of the most challenging eras in the history of education in Georgia. We welcome these challenges as opportunities for continuously improving the quality of life for the citizens of north Georgia.

North Georgia’s Leadership Themes

North Georgia College & State University is proud of its rich and enduring traditions, such as its rigorous academic programs, its superior Corps of Cadets, and its competitive intercollegiate athletic teams. These traditions form the foundation for a most exciting future for the University as we face the challenges of rapid social, economic and political changes.  President David Potter has framed these challenges as opportunities for the four schools at North Georgia to expand their academic leadership through:

• Innovation in teaching and learning.
• Educating influential citizens.
• Practicing good citizenship in our region.
• Modeling the values we espouse within the university’s organizational culture.

Please do not hesitate to contact any of the School of Education faculty and staff if you have any questions about Teacher Education, Health and Physical Education, Athletic Training Education, or Wellness programs. We look forward to working with you.

Bob Michael, Dean
School of Education
bmichael@ngcsu.edu

North Georgia College & State University
82 College Circle, Dahlonega, GA 30597
706.864.1400

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